04.05.2025 23:01
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that a ceasefire could be achieved at any moment in the ongoing war with Russia that has lasted for more than three years. Zelensky said, "We believe that a ceasefire could start at any moment, even today."
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a joint press conference with Czech President Petr Pavel during his official visit to Prague.
"THE 54TH DAY OF RUSSIA'S DISREGARD FOR THE COMPREHENSIVE CEASEFIRE PROPOSAL"
Zelensky stated that as long as there is no pressure on Russia through increased violence, Moscow will not take steps to end the war. He said, "We believe that without pressure through increased violence, Russia will not take real and practical steps to end the war. Today marks the 54th day of Russia's disregard for the comprehensive ceasefire proposal offered by the United States."
"WE BELIEVE A CEASEFIRE COULD START AT ANY MOMENT, EVEN TODAY"
Zelensky conveyed that a ceasefire could be achieved at any moment in the ongoing war with Russia for over three years, stating, "We believe that a ceasefire could start at any moment, even today. We believe that such a ceasefire should last at least 30 days to give diplomacy a real chance."
"THREE THINGS NEED TO BE DONE..."
Zelensky stated that instead of showcasing tanks at the Victory Day parade on May 9, Putin should think about how to end the war. He said, "There are three things that need to be done. More sanctions on Russia, continued support for Ukraine, and a serious increase in defense cooperation across Europe. Russia needs to know that Europeans will defend themselves."
"IF THERE IS SOMEONE WHO HOLDS THE CARDS TO END THE WAR, IT IS PUTIN"
Czech President Pavel pointed out that Russia has not yet taken any steps to show its desire to end the war. Pavel said, "If there is someone who holds the cards to end the war, it is Russian President Putin. He can achieve this with a single decision. However, such a thing has not happened so far." Pavel also announced that under the Czech Initiative, they would deliver 1.8 million artillery shells to Ukraine by the end of 2025.
RUSSIA HAD DECLARED A CEASEFIRE
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a three-day ceasefire from May 8 to 10 on the occasion of the Victory Day celebrations on May 9, but Ukrainian leader Zelensky rejected such a measure as meaningless, emphasizing that they were requesting a ceasefire of at least one month, as proposed by the United States in March.
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