Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky makes the withdrawal of Russian troops a precondition for a peace agreement. Violent fighting is now underway at the Azovstal plant in Mariupol. “Our men are brave and protect the fortress, but it is very difficult,” said Mayor Vadim Bojchenko. Reread the developments of Wednesday 4 May here.
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344 people from Mariupol and the surrounding area brought to safety
