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Russia Declares Unilateral Two-Day Ceasefire in Ukraine Amid Ongoing Conflict
Russia declares a two-day unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine, starting at midnight on May 8 and ending at midnight on May 10, according to President Vladimir Putin's announcement.
Russia declares a two-day unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine, effective from midnight on May 8 to midnight on May 10, as announced by President Vladimir Putin. The move comes amid escalating tensions in eastern Ukraine. Kremlin officials said the ceasefire would hold for both Ukrainian and Russian forces, but did not specify what conditions would lead to its violation. Details of how this unilateral truce will be enforced remain unclear.
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