politics
May 5, 2026
Moscow declares Victory Day ceasefire
The Russian Defense Ministry has warned Ukraine against any attacks on Moscow during the truce, saying it would respond with a strike on Kiev
TL;DR
- Russia announced a two-day ceasefire on May 8-9 for Victory Day.
- Moscow warned of a major retaliatory strike on Kiev if Ukraine targets Moscow during the truce.
- Ukrainian President Zelensky called the proposed ceasefire "unfair" and announced Ukraine would unilaterally declare a ceasefire.
- Russia has a history of declaring truces during holidays, which have been met with mixed reactions.
- Zelensky mentioned a phone call between Putin and Trump regarding Victory Day ceasefire plans.
- The Russian Defense Ministry urged residents and diplomats to leave Kiev.
- In 2023, Moscow suspended offensive operations for Victory Day, hoping for negotiations.
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