'Why would we play Putin's game?': Ukrainians see Russian lull as sideshow
Summary
Russia announced a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine, starting on Wednesday night, to align with its Victory Day holiday, but Ukraine's President Zelensky and many Ukrainians dismissed it as a superficial gesture. Ukraine rejected the ceasefire, noting past violations by Russia during similar truces, and continued to face attacks, such as recent drone and missile strikes in Kyiv.Key Facts
- Russia declared a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine, starting Wednesday night.
- The ceasefire coincides with Russia's Victory Day, marking the end of World War Two in Europe.
- Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelensky, and many Ukrainians view the ceasefire as insincere.
- Ukraine rejected Russia's ceasefire proposal but agreed to a 30-day proposal from the Trump administration.
- Past ceasefires proposed by Russia were reportedly violated many times.
- Ukrainian regions like Sumy and Zaporizhzhia continue to face heavy bombardment.
- Recently in Kyiv, a Russian drone hit a block of flats, causing deaths and injuries.
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