After being accused of violating the last short-term truce, President Vladimir Putin says Russia will halt its war in Ukraine for three days to mark 80 years since the defeat of Nazi Germany.

Russia announces a 3-day Ukraine ceasefire from May 8–10 for Victory Day, urging Kyiv to join. The truce follows increased international pressure and stalled peace talks, amid ongoing conflict and civilian casualties.

In the event of violations by the Ukrainian side, Russia's armed forces would give an "adequate and effective response", the statement said