Ukraine ceasefire, April 28 -- Russia on Monday declared a full ceasefire in Ukraine from May 8 to May 10 as it celebrates Victory Day over Nazi Germany.

The truce will begin at 00:00 on May 8 (21:00 GMT, May 7) and last until May 10. The Kremlin said that Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered a full cessation of hostilities on "humanitarian grounds" for Victory Day on May 9.

Victory Day, celebrated on May 9, holds profound historical and emotional significance for Russia. It commemorates the surrender of Nazi Germany in 1945 and has become a major symbol of national pride under Putin's leadership.

Traditionally, the day features military parades in Moscow's Red Square, honouring the millions who died in the conflict and reinfor...