Vladimir Putin's recently declared ceasefire coincides with the upcoming Victory Day celebrations, perceived by Ukraine as a maneuver to ensure the safety of the event rather than a genuine peace effort. Despite President Zelenskyyâs proposal for a 30-day ceasefire mediated by the US, the Kremlin has rejected this overture. Ukraine continues to face drone attacks, drawing retaliatory strikes and casualties, with Zelenskyy commenting that Russian skies are equally under threat from Ukrainian drone operations during this tense period.
Ukraine regards the ceasefire declared by Putin as a mere tactic to shield his Victory Day events and not a sincere gesture towards achieving peace.
Zelenskyy, offering a 30-day ceasefire during US-brokered talks, emphasizes the Kremlin's refusal, pointing to ongoing Russian aggression amid international commemorations.
In response to drone threats, the Kremlin has restricted internet access and closed airports, disrupting travel for foreign dignitaries attending the Victory Day parade.
Zelenskyy noted a Russian assault resulted in the deaths of civilians in Kyiv, while also highlighting the reciprocal impact of Ukrainian drone attacks on Russia.
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