Russian authorities announce strategic locations for a three-day truce
Moscow's Peace Proposal on the Table, Kyiv Stands Firm
The Russian proposal for a truce over the holiday days of May 8, 9, and 10 is aimed at gauging Ukraine's readiness for long-term, sustainable peace, according to Kremlin spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, as reported by TASS.
Peskov emphasized that Moscow is waiting for clear, definitive statements and actions from Kyiv that demonstrate a genuine desire to de-escalate the conflict during the holidays. If Ukraine complies, the truce would last from midnight of May 8 to the stroke of midnight on May 11.
Previously, on April 28, Russian President Vladimir Putin declared a truce to celebrate the 80th anniversary of victory in the Great Patriotic War. But, Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelensky, has been slow to respond, labeling the Russian initiative as manipulation and calling for a ceasefire of at least 30 days.
In the past, Moscow and Kyiv have expressed a willingness to reach an agreement. However, Vladimir Putin stressed that there are nuances to be addressed, particularly regarding military actions along the 2,000 km long line of contact and the objectives of the truce. He wants the ceasefire to pave the way for long-term peace.
Currently, the U.S. supports Ukraine's proposition for a 30-day truce, aiming to establish a solid framework for negotiations. In contrast, Russia advocates for tactical pauses, such as the 3-day ceasefire proposed for its Victory Day celebrations. Some analysts suspect that these brief ceasefires are used by Russia to regroup forces for subsequent offensives, as seen in prior Easter and energy infrastructure truces.
So far, no agreement has been reached, with Ukraine dismissing Russia's short-term ceasefire as a disingenuous ploy. Security concerns over potential false-flag operations during the Russian Victory Day parade have also been raised by Ukraine in anticipation of foreign dignitaries in attendance.
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Additional Insights:- As of May 3, 2025, both Russia and Ukraine have proposed different truce durations with Ukraine advocating for a 30-day ceasefire and Russia for a 3-day truce.- The U.S. aligns with Ukraine's 30-day proposal, emphasizing the need for a durable peace framework. Russia, however, has expressed resistance to longer ceasefires, preferring tactical pauses over negotiated settlements.- Ongoing ground assaults near Pokrovsk (Donetsk Oblast) underscore the hostility despite diplomatic overtures.
- President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine has been wary of Russia's truce proposals, labeling them as manipulative and advocating for a minimum 30-day ceasefire instead.
- In contrast to Ukraine's stance, Russian President Vladimir Putin has advocated for tactical pauses, such as the recent 3-day ceasefire proposed for Victory Day celebrations.
- The Kremlin spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, has declared that Moscow is waiting for clear, definitive statements and actions from Kyiv to demonstrate a genuine desire for peace.
- Despite ongoing negotiations, no agreement on a truce has been reached, with Ukraine dismissing Russia's short-term ceasefire as a disingenuous ploy, citing security concerns over potential false-flag operations.
