Overview

• Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a unilateral ceasefire from May 8 to May 10 to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory Day, warning of reprisals for violations.
• Ukraine rejected the brief truce as a manipulative gesture, calling for an immediate, full, and unconditional 30-day ceasefire to enable meaningful diplomacy.
• The U.S., under President Trump, expressed frustration with both Russia and Ukraine, emphasizing the need for a permanent ceasefire to end the three-year conflict.
• Russia reiterated its demand for international recognition of its annexed territories, including Crimea and four Ukrainian regions, as a precondition for peace talks.
• Putin thanked North Korea for providing troops to support Russian operations, further complicating the international dynamics of the war.