Putin Says War 'Coming To An End' as Ceasefire Faces Violations
US-brokered three-day ceasefire coincided with a pared-down Victory Day parade, but both sides accused each other of violating the pause and strikes caused civilian casualties, officials and regional governors said.
SemaforPutin says Ukraine war is âcoming to an endâ
The GuardianRussia breaches three-day ceasefire with Ukraine, says Zelenskyy
CBS NewsRussia and Ukraine accuse each other of violating U.S.-brokered ceasefire
PBS NewsHourRussia and Ukraine accuse each other of violating U.S.-brokered three-day ceasefire
Overview
Russian President Vladimir Putin said he believes the Ukraine war is "coming to an end" at a pared-down Victory Day parade.
President Donald Trump announced a three-day ceasefire intended to mark Victory Day, but both Russia and Ukraine later accused each other of violating the pause.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russian forces continued assault operations and were not complying with the ceasefire.
Ukrainian officials reported nearly 150 battlefield clashes in the past 24 hours, according to regional and national statements.
Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said he expects U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to visit Moscow "soon enough".
Analysis
Center-leaning sources frame Putin’s declaration as optimistic and contradicted by signs of weakness: editorial choices emphasize a 'pared-down' Victory Day, a Kremlin 'tempering' quote, and New York Times analysis about stalled momentum. The direct Putin and Kremlin quotes are source content; the selection, language, and placement create a skeptical narrative.