Speaking to CNN on May 10, Peskov commented on the latest ceasefire proposal from Ukraine and Europe, responding that Russia needs to "think about" it, but is "resistant" to pressure.
Speaking at a press conference in Kyiv on May 10, President Volodymyr Zelensky rebuked the idea of a demilitarized zone in the war and emphasized the importance of first securing a ceasefire.
"We agreed that a full and unconditional ceasefire must begin on Monday, May 12, for at least 30 days. We jointly demand this from Russia, and we know we are supported in this by the United States," Zelensky said.
Ukrainian media outlet ZN.UA reported on May 10 that their law enforcement sources confirmed an ongoing probe by the National Anti-Corruption Bureau into suspected embezzlement, money laundering and bribery.
Iran is preparing to send Russia Fath-360 short-range ballistic missile launchers, Reuters reported on May 9, citing Western security and regional officials familiar with the matter.
"Ukraine and all allies are ready for a complete unconditional ceasefire on land, in the air, and at sea for at least 30 days, starting as early as Monday," Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha wrote.
U.S. President Donald Trump has acknowledged in private that Russia is difficult to negotiate with because they "want the whole thing," referring to Ukraine, the WSJ reported, citing sources familiar with the comments.
A notice about the airspace closure was published on the U.S. Defense Department's NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) website on May 10, as cited by Ukrainian defense news outlet Militarnyi.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov rejected the idea of a 30-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, claiming in an interview with ABC News on May 10 that it would be "an advantage" for Ukraine.
Photo for illustrative purposes: Former Air Force Command Spokesperson Yurii Ihnat at a press briefing. (Evgen Kotenko / Ukrinform/Future Publishing via Getty Images)
Russian forces attacked the Myrhorod military airfield in Poltava Oblast, resulting in "some losses," former Air Force Spokesperson Yurii Ihnat confirmed on social media July 1.
Russian media sources previously circulated video footage of the strike and claimed to have damaged multiple Su-27 aircraft.
"There was an attack. There are some losses, but not the ones the enemy claims," Ihnat said.
Ihnat did not provide details on the damage sustained at the airfield.
Earlier reports of the attack drew outrage on social media, with some criticizing the Air Force for failing to properly protect the airfield despite advance warnings of a Russian strike.
Ihnat defended the military's efforts and urged moderation from media commentators, saying that Russian sources have exaggerated their achievements "since the beginning of the invasion."
"The Air Force is doing everything to counteract the enemy, to mislead him, including with the help of models and other means," he said. He also stressed that Ukrainian airfields are under constant threat from Russian missile and drone attacks.
Ihnat was dismissed from his role as spokesperson on March 16, though he continues to work with the Air Force.
Russian forces previously carried out an intensive aerial attack against the Myrhorod military airfield in June 2023.
Abbey Fenbert is a senior news editor at the Kyiv Independent. She is a freelance writer, editor, and playwright with an MFA from Boston University. Abbey served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ukraine from 2008-2011.
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