Putin's ceasefire: peace game or fatal deception?

Putin's ceasefire: peace game or fatal deception?

Ukraine, Land - On April 28, 2025, the geopolitical situation in Ukraine is once again shaped by the announcement of a preliminary armistice in the context of the continued war between Russia and Ukraine. Donald Trump put Putin under pressure with a deal proposal for a ceasefire that should be implemented within two weeks. In response, the Kremlin announced a three -day ceasefire, which should only apply in two weeks. Security analysts express themselves skeptically about the proposal and consider it a "cheap attempt at manipulation", as OE24 reports.

Ukraine has agreed to accept an unconditional ceasefire. Nevertheless, the Kremlin remains focused on military actions. Nico Lange, a security expert, reports that Putin rejected the ceasefire proposal and instead adheres to military operations. On May 9, the symbolic "Day of Victory", special military performances in Moscow are expected.

ceasefire and humanitarian considerations

With a view to the memorial days in connection with the Second World War, Putin has announced a multi -day ceasefire, which should apply from daybreak from May 8th to the day of the day of May 11th. During this time, according to the Kremlin, all fighting should rest. Putin cited "humanitarian considerations" as the reason for this step. Russia expects Ukraine to follow this example. In the event of a violation of the agreed fire break, however, there is a “appropriate and effective answer” on the part of Moscow, such as ZDF

The Ukrainian government is ready to support a permanent ceasefire, which should last at least 30 days, said Foreign Minister Andrij Sybiha. The Ukrainian ambassador Oleksii Makeiev demands increased efforts to strengthen defense ability from Europe. Federal Defense Minister Boris Pistorius commemorates Putin's repeated announcements and points out that attacks and civil infrastructure do not accept any attacks and civil infrastructure despite alleged peace talks.

Putin's conditions for peace

In addition, Wladimir Putin has formulated conditions for permanent peace. Accordingly, Ukraine would have to give up their NATO accession plans and could not have nuclear weapons. Ukraine's military capacities should be limited and the protection of the interests of the Russian -speaking population in Ukraine must be guaranteed. In his demand for ceasefire, Russia also requires the cancellation of all western sanctions. Ukraine, on the other hand, calls for the withdrawal of all Russian troops and continues to pursue a NATO accession, which is considered crucial for national security, as in another report by ZDF is.

A peace conference in Switzerland is planned for the near future in which Ukraine and other countries will take part in the future while Russia was not invited. This conference is based on a peace plan of President Wolodymyr Selenskyj from 2022 and is seen as a symbolic attempt to mobilize international support.