Putin declares Victory Day truce, warns Ukraine of repercussions
Vladimir Putin has announced another temporary suspension of military activities. The Kremlin warns Ukraine of an "appropriate response" if the unilateral "ceasefire" declared by the Russian leader for Victory Day is violated.
Many of the reports conveyed by Russian media and government representatives are likely not true. Such reports may be part of an information war by the Russian Federation.
Putin announced the temporary halt in military actions, which is set to take place from May 8 to May 10. This suspension is related to the Victory Day celebrations.
Victory Day, commemorating the end of World War II, is celebrated on May 9. Kyiv has already responded to Putin's proposal, considering it a manipulation.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov threatened Ukraine with an "appropriate response" if it does not cease attacks during the unilateral "three-day ceasefire."
Peskov, quoted by Russian propaganda media, emphasized that Putin's initiative for the ceasefire is still valid, and the Russian leader has issued the necessary command.
This is not the first "truce"
This is not the first "ceasefire" proposed by Vladimir Putin. Just before the holidays, he called for an "Easter truce." At that time, he announced that Russia will "stop all military actions" from 18:00 to midnight from Sunday to Monday.
The parties accused each other of breaking the truce, but both Kyiv and Moscow admitted there were fewer attacks than usual.
