Russian President Vladimir Putin declared a three-day ceasefire in the war with Ukraine on Monday. This is the first ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine since the war began on February 24, 2022.

The Kremlin said the 72-hour ceasefire will last from the beginning of May 8 to the end of May 10. The ceasefire comes as part of celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Soviet Union and its allies in World War II.

However, in the event of violations by the Ukrainian side, Russia's armed forces will provide an "adequate and effective response," the statement said.

There is still no reaction from the Ukrainian side.

News in progress…

Source: Reuters