May 4, 2026

Zelensky says Russia never notified Ukraine of ceasefire or invited it to join, calls short-term halt meaningless

Russia’s Defense Ministry announced a ceasefire in the war with Ukraine, effective May 8 and 9, 2026, by order of President Vladimir Putin.

Zelensky says Russia never notified Ukraine of ceasefire or invited it to join, calls short-term halt meaningless

TL;DR

  • Russia announced a ceasefire in the war with Ukraine for May 8-9, 2026, effective by order of President Vladimir Putin.
  • The Defense Ministry warned of a massive retaliatory missile strike on central Kyiv if Ukraine disrupts Victory Day celebrations.
  • Ukrainian President Zelensky stated that Russia had not officially notified Ukraine of the ceasefire and called a short-term halt meaningless and dishonest.
  • Zelensky interpreted the scaled-back Moscow parade as a sign of Russian authorities' fear of Ukrainian drones and a lack of strength.
  • The Kremlin indicated that Kyiv's consent was not required for the ceasefire, as it was Putin's decision.

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