Kremlin announces three-day ceasefire in May
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared a temporary ceasefire to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory Day celebrations. According to the official statement, the ceasefire is set to take effect from midnight on May 8 and will last until midnight on May 11.
The announcement was reported by Russian state media.
Putin orders three-day ceasefire from May 8 to 11 for Victory Day celebrations
Russian outlets report that President Vladimir Putin has approved a front-line ceasefire spanning three days, coinciding with Victory Day festivities and the annual military parade.
"The Russian Federation believes that the Ukrainian side should join the ceasefire in honor of Victory Day," the Kremlin press service stated.
The Kremlin also warned of potential military action if Ukrainian forces "violate" the ceasefire.
"The Russian Armed Forces will deliver an appropriate and effective response should the Ukrainian side breach the ceasefire during the 80th anniversary celebrations," the statement said.
Additionally, the Kremlin reiterated its claim that Russia is ready to engage in peace talks without preconditions to resolve what it continues to describe as the "Ukrainian crisis."
As we wrote earlier, Trump declares confidence that Putin will stop attacks on Ukraine. American leader emphasised his trust in Putin.
Meanwhile, on April 25, Russian occupiers attacked Pavlohrad with a drone. As a result a father and a daughter burned to death in an apartment.
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