Amid renewed attacks on Kharkiv and fresh threats from Medvedev, Zelenskyy and Trump have unexpectedly aligned on the idea of a possible 30-day ceasefire. While the US is preparing new sanctions against russia, Trump is stalling their approval. Meanwhile, moscow is pushing for a short-term pause in hostilities — a move Kyiv calls manipulative.
Trump and Zelenskyy: New Meeting, Shared Position on Ceasefire
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said his recent meeting with Donald Trump at Pope Francis’s funeral was their “best one yet.” Both leaders agreed that a 30-day ceasefire between Kyiv and moscow could be a first step toward peace. Zelenskyy also noted that Trump gave a “very strong” response when asked about sanctions on russia.
US Prepares New Sanctions on russia, but Trump Hesitates
Американські чиновники completed a new package of economic sanctions aimed at increasing pressure on moscow to end the war. However, it remains unclear whether President Trump will sign them, as he has consistently shown sympathy toward putin.
Zelenskyy Rejects putin’s “Theatrical” Ceasefire
American officials suggested a three-day ceasefire from May 7 to 9, timed to coincide with the so-called “Victory Day.” Zelenskyy dismissed the initiative as a “theatrical performance” meant to ease international pressure on the kremlin. He reiterated support for the 30-day ceasefire coordinated with Trump.
Chaos in Kharkiv: 47 Injured in russian Drone Attacks
On the night of May 3, russia carried a massive drone attack on Kharkiv, injuring 47 people. Residential areas and civilian infrastructure were hit. It was one of the most intense assaults on the city in recent months.
Medvedev Threatens Kyiv Over Potential Strikes on moscow
Deputy head of russia’s security council, dmitry medvedev, warned that “no one can guarantee Kyiv’s safety” if Ukraine strikes moscow during the May 9 celebrations. His statement came in response to Ukraine’s rejection of the proposed ceasefire.
Author: Danylo Pievchev