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Kyiv and Moscow level accusations of disregarding Putin's truce order. - Tensions escalate as Moscow and Kiev allege breaches in Putin's truce agreement.
The ongoing battlefield skirmishes between Russia and Ukraine have sparked accusations from both sides, claiming violations of Vladimir Putin's declared three-day truce. The Ukrainian General Staff reported over 200 clashes in the past 24 hours, with 71 Russian advances foiled near the mining town of Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region.
Ukrainian forces repelled numerous Russian attacks, yet complained of ongoing shelling of frontline cities through rocket attacks and over 30 guided aerial bombs. Meanwhile, Russian authorities reported a drone attack on their regional administration building in Belgorod, although no significant damage or casualties were reported.
A Temporary Truce Amidst Conflict
Putin had declared this ceasefire, lasting from May 8 until the start of May 11, based on humanitarian concerns. He was planning to host an international military parade on Red Square to commemorate World War II's victory anniversary, with Chinese President Xi Jinping attending. Despite Ukraine's criticisms branding the truce a publicity stunt, it demanded a 30-day extension.
Recent reports suggest that Russian forces have breached the truce:- Ukrainian sources accused Russian forces of attacking in the Lyman direction on May 8, even before the ceasefire started at 0000 Moscow time.- Ukrainian General Staff reports of continued attacks near Burlatske, Novosilka, Pryvilne, and Novopil.- Russian Southern Defense forces confirmed ceasefire violations around Novopil and Novosilka, while noting a decrease in Russian aviation activity but persistent artillery and drone strikes.
Conversely, pro-Russian commentators accused Ukrainian forces of conducting drone strikes along certain battle lines. Additionally, Ukrainian sources reported violations of the ceasefire in Zaporizhia as well.
While a reduced intensity in Russian aviation was reported, ongoing artillery, drone strikes, and ground attacks persist, suggesting that the ceasefire is largely being disregarded by both sides. As diplomatic efforts continue, there is a growing call for a more extensive and unconditional 30-day truce to halt the conflict.
- Keywords: Ceasefire, Vladimir Putin, Ukraine, Russia
- Additional Insights: This brief overview of the ceasefire manifested around Victory Day in May 2025 demonstrates that the truce was not universally adhered to, with multiple violations primarily attributed to Russian forces by Ukrainian sources, as well as counter-accusations by Russian-affiliated commentators. Despite ongoing efforts towards a lasting peace, hostilities have continued in key areas.
- The European Union and its Member States are closely monitoring the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, expressing concern over the breached ceasefire declared by Vladimir Putin.
- Despite the declared ceasefire, Ukrainian forces have reported over 200 clashes in the past 24 hours, with numerous Russian attacks and ongoing shelling of frontline cities.
- Recent reports indicate that pro-Russian commentators have accused Ukrainian forces of conducting drone strikes along certain battle lines, while Ukrainian sources claim violations of the ceasefire by Russian forces in multiple locations.
- As the situation in Ukraine continues to escalate and diplomatic efforts persist, calls for a more extensive and unconditional 30-day truce are growing louder, aimed at halting the war-and-conflicts in the general-news landscape and allowing for necessary political negotiations.
