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Three-day ceasefire declared by Putin in celebration of Victory Day

Russian President Vladimir Putin proclaimed a solo ceasefire on the 80th anniversary of the Great Patriotic War, a term Russians use for World War II, according to information from the Kremlin.

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Three-day ceasefire declared by Putin in celebration of Victory Day

In The Russian Capital, Vladimir Putin Announces Unexpected "Ceasefire"

Mocking the 80th anniversary of the Great Patriotic War, Russian President Vladimir Putin declared a sudden "ceasefire". Russians refer to World War II as the Great Patriotic War.

According to recent reports, this ceasefire will commence at midnight on May 9 and persist till midnight on May 10-11.

Putin's spokesperson asserts that military operations will be suspended for "humanitarian reasons". But will Russia expect the same favor from Ukraine?

"Russia desires Ukraine to mirror our actions and also declare a ceasefire for the 80th anniversary of Victory," the Kremlin emphasized.

Previously, Putin announced an "Easter truce", meaning a freestyle halt to all military operations in Ukraine from the 19th of April's evening until the following midnight. However, the Russian Defense Ministry stated that the occupiers could conform to the ceasefire only if Kyiv reciprocated.

At that time, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky assured Ukraine's reflective response to Russia's ceasefire. He also proposed extending the ceasefire beyond the 20th of April if absolute silence dominates the battlefield.

However, the monitoring project DeepState revealed that the so-called "Easter truce", proclaimed by the Russians, was merely a figment of fantasy on most frontlines[1].

Unsurprisingly, Ukraine is remaining vigilant regarding Putin's latest ceasefire declaration, considering Russia's forces shattered the last truce Putin had announced on Easter Sunday[1]. At present, there are no concrete statements from Ukraine, expressing commitment or skepticism regarding respecting this ceasefire. But the cautious approach is understandable, given the potential risks and repercussions of breaching any agreements. The Kremlin has hinted that if Ukraine violates the truce, they will respond forcefully and decisively[1].

Insight: Ukraine's stance on Putin's latest ceasefire declaration mirrors their skepticism from past truces. Given the potential risks involved, Ukraine is likely to proceed with caution, focusing primarily on the implications of any violations from either side[1].

  1. The unexpected "ceasefire" announced by Vladimir Putin, commencing at midnight on May 9 and lasting till midnight on May 10-11, is supposedly motivated by humanitarian reasons.
  2. Russia is reportedly expecting Ukraine to reciprocate and also declare a ceasefire for the 80th anniversary of Victory, mirroring Russia's actions.
  3. In the context of war-and-conflicts, the war-weary world watches the politics surrounding the latest ceasefire declaration between Russia and Ukraine with bated breath, particularly given Ukraine's cautious yet vigilant stance from past truces.
  4. The latest ceasefire declaration by Vladimir Putin, following his previous "Easter truce", is receiving mixed reactions, with some general-news outlets speculating that Ukraine might not commit to the agreement due to concerns over potential risks and breaches.
Russian government declared a temporary ceasefire, initiated by President Vladimir Putin, on the occasion marking the 80th anniversary of victory in the Great Patriotic War, a term used by Russians to refer to World War II.

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