Russia-Ukraine updates: Russia opens probe into Kremlin attack

This live blog is now closed, thank you for joining us. These were the updates on the Russia-Ukraine war on Wednesday, May 3:

This live blog is now closed, thank you for joining us. These were the updates on the Russia-Ukraine war on Wednesday, May 3:

• Russia opens “terrorism” probe after Moscow said it shot down two drones aimed at President Vladimir Putin’s residence.
• Ukraine denies Russia’s claim that Kyiv tried to attack the Kremlin overnight.
• Tensions are soaring over the alleged incident, which Washington says it cannot confirm.
• The head of Russia’s Wagner Group says Ukraine’s counteroffensive has already begun, with his forces witnessing heightened activity along the front line.
•  At least 21 civilians were killed in a Russian attack on the southern Ukrainian city of Kherson and the surrounding region, according to Kyiv.
• Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is in Finland to meet the leaders of Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Iceland.