US EditionKremlin says Russia still plans to cease fire in Ukraine from May 8-10 but will respond if attacked
- The Kremlin stated that Russian forces will observe a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine from May 8 to May 10, as ordered by President Vladimir Putin.
- Putin suggested a temporary truce lasting three days during the Victory Day celebrations commemorating 80 years since the Soviet triumph over Nazi Germany, but Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed the short ceasefire, insisting on a commitment of at least 30 days.
- Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed that the temporary truce remains valid and instructed the military to respond immediately if Ukraine attacks during this period.
- The ceasefire coincides with Russia’s annual Red Square parade on May 9, which will host international leaders including Chinese President Xi Jinping.
- The brief ceasefire attempt highlights ongoing tensions as Zelensky calls the plan a hollow gesture, implying continued conflict risks despite official truce plans.
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Vladimir Putin declares Ukraine ceasefire as he marks 'Victory Day' in Russia - The Mirror
The Russian President has declared a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine, after his forces spent the past few days bombarding Ukrainian cities and towns with missiles and drones
Expert: Likely major attack during ceasefire
The ceasefire that Russia unilaterally announced at the end of April begins on Thursday. Military expert Johan Huovinen sees it as unlikely that Ukraine will agree to this weekend's ceasefire – rather, Russia should expect major attacks in the coming days.
'No new instructions' — Putin's unilateral Victory Day ceasefire takes effect May 8, Kremlin says
Russia's unilateral ceasefire during Victory Day celebrations remains in place, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said on May 7, according to state-owned TASS.Peskov confirmed that "all instructions have been given," and there are "no new instructions." The so-called "humanitarian" truce will run from midnight on May 8 to midnight on May 11.The Kremlin announced the measure on April 28, claiming all military actions would halt during that perio…
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