April 30, 2026

Zelensky says Ukraine wants a long-term ceasefire, not ‘a few hours of safety for a parade in Moscow’

Volodymyr Zelensky said he had directed his team to reach out to the U.S. president’s staff to learn the details of Russia’s Victory Day ceasefire proposal.

Zelensky says Ukraine wants a long-term ceasefire, not ‘a few hours of safety for a parade in Moscow’

TL;DR

  • Zelensky wants details on Russia's Victory Day ceasefire proposal from the U.S. president's staff.
  • Ukraine seeks a long-term ceasefire, safety, and lasting peace, not a short break for a parade.
  • Putin proposed a ceasefire during Victory Day celebrations to Trump, who stated he suggested it.
  • A previous Easter ceasefire in April 2026 was unilaterally announced by Putin, with both sides accusing each other of violations.
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