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The reaction of the Ukrainian authorities to Russia's initiative to introduce a ceasefire is a test of Ukraine's readiness for peace. And we will, of course, await not ambiguous but definitive statements and, most importantly, actions aimed at de-escalating the conflict over the public holidays,
They wanted to provoke us so that we made mistakes,
This is not the first challenge, nor are these the first promises made by Russia to cease fire,
Zelensky said at a joint press conference with Czech President Petr Pavel in Prague Today and all these days they are talking about wanting some kind of partial ceasefire, but you should know, for example, that the number of assaults today is the highest in recent months,
Putin can end the war with a single decision, but he has not shown any willingness so far,
So there is no faith (in them),
We understand who we are dealing with, we do not believe them,
added Zelensky, whose country has been battling a Russian invasion since February 2022 They are ensuring your safety,
It seems to me that this is inevitable despite the tragedy we are currently experiencing,
he said in excerpts from an upcoming interview by Russian state television marking the 25th anniversary of his first presidency We believe that without increased pressure, Russia will not take real practical steps to end the war. Today marks the 54th day that Russia has ignored even the American proposal to completely cease fire,
There has been no need to use those weapons,
he said in fragmented comments broadcast as part of a preview of an interview on state television marking his 25 years in power We have enough strength and means to bring what was started in 2022 to a logical conclusion with the outcome Russia requires,
Who is looking for his guarantees? Just a verbal provocation. Nothing more … in the event of a real provocation on Victory Day, no one will guarantee that May 10 will come in Kyiv."
Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia's Security Council on Telegram We are simply either at war, or Putin shows he is ready to stop shooting as a first step to ending the war,
We certainly will remain committed to it and will help where we can,
Ms. Bruce said of the search for peace I won’t speak of the details, but what he told me sounded strong,
They provide you with security; therefore, we won’t give you any guarantees. Because we don’t know what Russia will do these days,
Zelenskyy was quoted as saying We cannot be responsible for what happens on the territory of the Russian Federation. They provide you with security, and therefore we will not give you any guarantees,
Zelenskyy was quoted as saying by RBC news portal While the world hesitates with decisions, nearly every night in Ukraine turns into a nightmare, costing lives. Ukraine needs strengthened air defence. Strong and real decisions are needed from our partners — the United States, Europe, all our partners who seek peace."
It looks unserious so that Putin’s guests on Red Square feel comfortable and safe."