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Russian MoD Announces Ceasefire for May 8–9 in Honor of Victory Day
Russian MoD Announces Ceasefire for May 8–9 in Honor of Victory Day
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Key statements: 04.05.2026, Sputnik Africa
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Key statements:⚫️The ceasefire is declared in honor of the Victory of the Soviet people in the Great Patriotic War.⚫️The Russian Armed Forces will take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of holiday events.⚫️In connection with the ceasefire announcement, Russia expects the Ukrainian side to follow its example.⚫️The ministry drew attention to the statement made by the head of the Kiev regime in Yerevan, which contained threats to strike Moscow on May 9.⚫️In the event of any attempts by Ukraine to carry out its criminal plans aimed at disrupting Victory Day celebrations, the Russian Armed Forces will deliver a retaliatory strike on the center of Kiev.⚫️Russia, despite having the capability, has previously refrained from striking the center of Kiev for humanitarian reasons.⚫️The Russian MoD has warned civilians in Kiev and employees of foreign diplomatic missions of the need to leave the city in a timely manner.
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⚫️The ceasefire is declared in honor of the Victory of the Soviet people in the Great Patriotic War.
⚫️The Russian Armed Forces will take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of holiday events.
⚫️In connection with the ceasefire announcement, Russia expects the Ukrainian side to follow its example.
⚫️The ministry drew attention to the statement made by the head of the Kiev regime in Yerevan, which contained threats to strike Moscow on May 9.
⚫️In the event of any attempts by Ukraine to carry out its criminal plans aimed at disrupting Victory Day celebrations, the Russian Armed Forces will deliver a retaliatory strike on the center of Kiev.
⚫️Russia, despite having the capability, has previously refrained from striking the center of Kiev for humanitarian reasons.
⚫️The Russian MoD has warned civilians in Kiev and employees of foreign diplomatic missions of the need to leave the city in a timely manner.
