The decision was made by Russian supreme commander-in-chief Vladimir Putin
Moscow announced a May 8–9 truce tied to WWII commemorations and warned of 'massive missile strike' if breached, while Kyiv called the proposal unserious and set its own ceasefire beginning May 6.
Russia’s armed forces will take all necessary measures to ensure security during the celebrations
Ukraine and Russia announce separate ceasefires amid ongoing conflict, with escalating tensions and recent deadly attacks reported.
Moscow announced a May 8–9 truce tied to WWII commemorations and warned of 'massive missile strike' if breached, while Kyiv called the proposal unserious and set its own ceasefire…
This timing includes the days of commemorating the 81st anniversary of the Victory of the Soviet people in the Great Patriotic War
Russia urges Ukraine to observe and adhere to the announced ceasefire