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Putin to Set Ceasefire Dates for Victory Day; Trump Backs Plan

Russia's President Vladimir Putin will decide the dates and timings of a ceasefire with Ukraine for Victory Day on May 9. Putin announced his readiness for a ceasefire during a call with US President Donald Trump, who supported the initiative. Kremlin spokesperson Dimitry Peskov noted that Kyiv has not yet responded to the proposal. Peskov also confirmed Russia's ongoing fight against extremism in Mali.

Key Points: Putin to Decide Ceasefire Dates for Victory Day

  • Putin to decide ceasefire dates for Victory Day
  • Trump supports the initiative
  • Kyiv's reaction still pending
  • Russia continues fight against extremism in Mali
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Putin to decide ceasefire dates for Victory Day: Kremlin

Putin to decide ceasefire dates for Victory Day on May 9, Kremlin says. Trump supports initiative, but Kyiv's reaction is pending.

"As for the Kyiv regime, we have not yet heard a reaction to this. - Dimitry Peskov"

Moscow, April 30

Russia's President Vladimir Putin is going to decide the dates and timings of the ceasefire with Ukraine for the 'Victory Day' celebrated on May 9, the Kremlin spokesman stated on Thursday.

Victory Day is celebrated annually on May 9, which marks the surrender of Nazi Germany in 1945, commemorating the Soviet victory.

Putin announced his readiness to declare a ceasefire for the Victory Day celebrations during a phone call with US President Donald Trump on Wednesday. Trump supported the initiative, Russia's Tass news agency reported.

"As for the Kyiv regime, we have not yet heard a reaction to this," said Presidential spokesperson Dimitry Peskov while addressing media in Moscow on Thursday.

"Of course, one telephone conversation can hardly improve the situation in the world, because, unfortunately, the concentration of conflicts is so great and the consequences of a whole series of conflicts for the international situation, for the international economy, are so serious that, of course, it is very difficult to stop these trends in an instant," Peskov said regarding the conversation between Putin and Trump.

During the phone call, Trump and Putin agreed to continue mediation in resolving the conflict, but there are no dates set for new negotiations or visits by authorised representatives, he added.

According to the report, Putin did not invite Trump to the Victory Day parade on May 9.

The press secretary also stated that Russia considers the ownership of the Donbas and Novorossiya regions, while Kyiv currently holds a different view.

Peskov also commented on the current situation in Mali while referring to a statement made by a representative of the Azawad Liberation Front that the Tuareg rebels' goal is to force Russia to leave Mali.

"Russia will continue, including in Mali, the fight against extremism, terrorism, and other negative manifestations," said Peskov.

- IANS

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Michael C
So Putin decides ceasefire dates unilaterally? That's rich. The war doesn't pause for a holiday from one side. Ukraine won't just agree because Russia wants a photo op on Victory Day. This feels like political theater. India's neutral stance is tricky here—we trade with Russia but also with the West.
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Priya S
Interesting move by Putin. Ceasefire for Victory Day could be a goodwill gesture, but it also puts pressure on Ukraine to respond. India has always valued dialogue over war—hope this leads to something meaningful. The Donbas issue remains the elephant in the room though. 😕
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Vikram M
Trump and Putin talking—this is where old-school diplomacy matters. But Peskov's comments about Donbas show Russia isn't budging on territorial claims. As an Indian, I see parallels with our own border issues. Ceasefires are temporary; resolutions need real compromise. Let's see if May 9 brings anything more than a pause.
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Kavya N
Victory Day commemorates the end of WWII, which India also fought in. But using it for a unilateral ceasefire seems manipulative. Ukraine didn't even respond yet. And Russia mentioning Mali? Diversion tactics. India should stay out of this mess and focus on our own security concerns like Ladakh and Pakistan.
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James A
Another ceasefire that won't hold. Russia wants to look like the peacemaker, but their territorial ambitions are clear. The West will probably call this a PR stunt. India's balancing act between Russia and NATO is getting harder. We should push for de-escalation but not get dragged into this.

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