Russia begins 3-day ceasefire with Ukraine
(VOVWORLD) - Russian President Vladimir Putin's 3-day ceasefire with Ukraine came into effect at 0:00 on Thursday (May 8), Moscow time. The initiative was announced on the occasion of Russia's 80th anniversary of Victory Day in the Great Patriotic War (May 9, 1945 - May 9, 2025).
In a statement, the Kremlin said Russian forces would respect President Vladimir Putin's orders throughout the celebrations, but would respond "immediately" if Ukraine opens fire. According to the announcement, the ceasefire will be in effect until 0:00 on May 11.
Russia's Victory Day celebrations are scheduled to take place on May 9 with a grand military parade on Red Square in Moscow.