Putin Offers Limited Ceasefire on Ukraine Election Day, Kremlin Rejects Broader Truce
Putin suggests halting attacks on Ukraine's election day, but Kremlin rejects Zelenskyy's 60-day ceasefire proposal.
POLICY WIRE — Moscow, Russia — Russian President Vladimir Putin has indicated he would be willing to halt military strikes on Ukraine specifically on the day of the country’s presidential election, according to reports from the RIA news agency. This comes amid ongoing tensions as Kyiv seeks a broader ceasefire to allow for democratic processes.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had previously called for a 60-day pause in hostilities to facilitate elections, following a similar proposal by former U.S. President Donald Trump. However, the Kremlin dismissed the idea, arguing that Kyiv could use the time to regroup and continue fighting. Instead, the Russian government offered only a one-day ceasefire on the proposed election date.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Putin would consider halting attacks on Ukraine “specifically on election day,” but emphasized that Kyiv’s request was aimed at strengthening its position rather than achieving lasting peace. The statement highlights the deepening diplomatic divide between the two nations as the conflict continues into its fifth year.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
