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.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky delivers a speech on the stand in front of the first General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon received by Ukraine, congratulating the Ukrainian military on Aug. 4, 2024. (Ukrainian Presidency/Handout/Anadolu via Getty Images)
President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Davos, Switzerland, to participate in the annual World Economic Forum, his spokesperson, Serhii Nykyforov, confirmed for Suspilne on Jan. 21.
Zelensky's itinerary will include bilateral talks with leaders of Latin American and Asian countries and meetings with top business officials. Ukraine's head of state is also expected to deliver a speech in Davos later in the day.
During one of the Jan. 21 sessions, the forum participants will address the "Peace through Strength" approach, referring to the Kyiv-promoted strategy of using a position of strength to push Russia toward a just peace deal.
The attendees will also discuss the growing defense spending in Western and Central Europe, the future of NATO, the development of threats on the continent, and the European defense strategy.
Nations of Central and Western Europe have ramped up defense investments since the outbreak of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, raising the number from 240 billion euros ($250 billion) in 2022 to 350 billion euros ($360 billion) in 2024.
Presidential Office head Andriy Yermak will participate in a discussion of the Ukrainian peace formula with Jens Stoltenberg, the former NATO secretary general, on Jan. 22. The session "Ukraine: The Road Ahead" will take place on Jan. 23.
The event’s speakers include Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, Poland’s Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski, Ukraine’s Economy Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola, and Latvian President Edgars Rinkevics.
Nearly 3,000 representatives from over 130 countries, including 60 heads of state and government, 900 CEOs of the world’s leading companies, and forum partners, are expected to attend the forum in 2025.
The 2025 World Economic Forum’s central theme is "Collaboration for the Intelligent Age," and the topics of discussion include geo-economic uncertainty and rethinking the role of artificial intelligence, among others.
Zelensky also attended the World Economic Forum in January 2024, arriving only a day after Davos hosted the fourth meeting on Ukraine's peace formula, which preceded the global peace summit in Switzerland.
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