Putin Announces Brief Ukraine Ceasefire
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Russia declared a temporary ceasefire from May 8th to 10th, coinciding with the 80th anniversary of Victory Day, citing humanitarian reasons. The Kremlin's statement called for Ukraine to reciprocate, threatening an appropriate response to any violations. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy rejected the short-term ceasefire, demanding a longer, unconditional halt to hostilities to allow for genuine peace negotiations. Zelenskyy accused Russia of manipulation and reiterated his call for sustained international pressure.
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