Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky rejected Russia’s proposed three-day cease-fire, deeming it insufficient for meaningful peace negotiations. He emphasized Ukraine’s willingness to engage in a 30-day truce ahead of the May 9 Victory Day, while criticizing the Russian offer as a mere “theatrical show” aimed at easing Putin’s international isolation. As tensions escalate, Zelensky noted that Ukraine would not provide safety guarantees for foreign dignitaries attending the May 9 parade in Moscow, amidst ongoing missile strikes from Russia.
