The time has come for russian leaders to take concrete steps to end their war, given that the russian Ministry of Defence believes it cannot hold a parade in moscow without Ukraine’s goodwill."

In view of this, we are announcing a ceasefire, effective from 00:00 on the night of 5 to 6 May. It is realistic to ensure that a ceasefire is in place by that time. We will respond in kind from that moment onwards.