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Ukraine Pushes for 30-Day Ceasefire as U.S. Approves F-16 Sale

Zelensky rejects Russia’s three-day truce as symbolic, while Kyiv seeks stronger U.S. military support and diplomatic pressure on Moscow.

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Municipal workers clean up near burnt cars and a crater made by a drone in the residential area following Russia's air raid in Kyiv, Ukraine, Sunday, May 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Efrem Lukatsky)

Overview

  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed Russia’s proposed three-day ceasefire during Victory Day commemorations, calling it a theatrical gesture lacking substance.
  • Zelensky reaffirmed Ukraine’s call for an unconditional 30-day ceasefire, a proposal supported by the United States but rejected by Moscow.
  • The U.S. State Department has approved a $310 million sale of F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine, including training and sustainment support, as part of enhanced military assistance.
  • High-level talks between Zelensky and U.S. President Donald Trump at the Vatican included discussions on sanctions, air defense systems, and a critical minerals deal to support Ukraine’s reconstruction and security.
  • Diplomatic tensions remain high, with Russia accusing Zelensky of threatening the safety of Victory Day participants, while Ukraine emphasizes the need for long-term peace and increased international pressure on Moscow.