President Volodymyr Zelensky firmly rejected Russia's proposal for a three-day cease-fire, asserting it couldn't contribute to meaningful peace talks. He characterized the offer as merely a 'theatrical show' intended to relieve pressure on President Putin amid the international community and reassure foreign dignitaries at the Victory Day parade. Zelensky emphasized Ukraine's standing offer of a 30-day cease-fire, reiterating their willingness to commence it before the May 9 holiday if Russia agrees, thereby highlighting Ukraine's commitment to a genuine resolution of the ongoing conflict.
President Volodymyr Zelensky rejected Russia's three-day cease-fire proposal, stating it would not contribute to meaningful peace negotiations, instead emphasizing Ukraine's offer for a 30-day cease-fire.
Zelensky described Russia's short cease-fire offer as a 'theatrical show' aimed at easing Putin's international isolation and reassured foreign leaders attending Moscow's Victory Day parade.
While Russia's proposal was timed to its Victory Day celebrations, Zelensky asserted, 'We are simply either at war, or Putin shows he is ready to stop shooting as a first step to ending the war.'
Zelensky reiterated Ukraine's willingness to commence a 30-day cease-fire before May 9 if Russia accepts, maintaining Ukraine's commitment to a more extended peace effort.
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