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Friday, May 8 162 stories · 49 outlets · top Δ 1.00

Ukrainian forces and Russian troops accuse one another of violating proposed ceasefires as Moscow prepares for Victory Day celebrations.  Labour experienced early setbacks in UK elections, prompting scrutiny of Keir Starmer’s leadership.  And, as reports stand, Iran is expected to respond to a proposed deal, according to Washington.

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Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of breaking proposed ceasefires ahead of Victory Day parade in Moscow – Europe live

The Guardian · Tier A4 outletsyesterday

Failed ceasefires escalate tensions amid Victory Day preparations

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France24κ .41Δ .46Russia and Ukraine trade major attacks despite Victory Day ceasefire BBCκ .24Δ .46Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of breaching Victory Day ceasefire CBS Newsκ .19Δ .46Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of violating ceasefires for Victory Day

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UK elections – early results and takeaways; will Starmer have to resign?

Al Jazeera · Tier B3 outletsyesterday

Labour’s early setbacks raise questions about Starmer’s leadership

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BBCκ .31Δ .71Newscast Financial Timesκ .21Δ .71Starmer defies calls to quit after heavy Labour council losses

Iran war: US expecting Tehran's response to proposed deal

DW · Tier B3 outlets3h ago

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CNBCκ .51Δ .53Marco Rubio says U.S. expects Iran response on peace deal 'today'CBS Newsκ .38Δ .53Iran response on U.S. peace proposal expected today, Rubio says

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