In a recent announcement, President Putin declared a unilateral three-day ceasefire in Ukraine from May 8 to May 10, coinciding with Victory Day celebrations. This follows a brief Easter truce where both sides accused each other of violations. Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha criticized the timing, calling for an immediate 30-day ceasefire instead. Meanwhile, skepticism remains over Russia's intentions, as U.S. President Trump expressed doubts about the ceasefires being genuine. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized the coming week is crucial for negotiations, as military aid and a broader peace deal continue to hang in the balance.