Stories from Russia

The source described the patented item as a 'revolutionary novelty' designed for various tasks.

Presidential press secretary Dmitry Peskov stated that no attempts by Ukrainian fighters to disrupt Victory Day celebrations in Moscow were recorded. UN Secretary-General Guterres welcomed Russia and Ukraine's announcement of a three-day ceasefire from May 9-11. Ukraine reported approximately 50 attacks or incidents. Russia's Defense Ministry stated that Ukrainian armed groups launched drone and artillery attacks against Russian troop positions. Additionally, Vladimir Putin claimed he has not yet received proposals from Ukraine regarding a new prisoner exchange, despite regular exchanges occurring in recent months. Former US President Donald Trump claimed he invented the prisoner exchange and the three-day truce between Russia and Ukraine. A meeting could also take place in a third country, but only if final agreements are reached on a long-term peace treaty.

A Russian radio station reported that people stated they are not ready to save on tourist equipment.

Vladimir Zernov, Rector of the Russian New University, expressed confidence in the rationality of certain educational restrictions. Russian Presidential aide Ushakov stated on the evening of May 8 that Russia agrees with and supports US President Trump.

A Ukrainian radio station characterized a recent speech by Russian President Putin as containing no substantive remarks.

The Kremlin is reportedly less interested in a ceasefire now that the May 9th parade has passed. The Russian president intends for the war to continue as he still aims to conquer additional territories.

Slovak Prime Minister Fico held a meeting with Russian President Putin in the Kremlin. During the meeting in the Kremlin, Russian President Putin acknowledged that Russia-Slovakia relations are complicated by the Ukraine situation and strong EU confrontational pressure. Putin acknowledged the complexity of Russia-Slovakia relations due to the Ukraine situation and EU pressure, but welcomed Slovakia's pragmatic approach and the gradual restoration of bilateral interaction. During the meeting in the Kremlin, Putin stated that despite the complexities in Russia-Slovakia relations due to the situation in Ukraine and strong EU/NATO pressure, Slovakia maintains a pragmatic approach towards Russia. Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico met with the US community during a military parade and was expected to transmit a message from Vladimir Zelensky.

A statement from France Info indicates that neutrality concerning the Kremlin is no longer possible.

Professor Gralya stated that Vladimir Putin is pursuing a policy to remove the historical role of Western allies, nations occupied by Germans, and former Soviet Union nations from the narrative of Victory Day. The professor's comments suggest Russia is aiming for a purely Russian focus for the holiday, eliminating the contributions of other nations. A Russian source accused Western countries of allegedly falsifying the history of World War II, linking it to Nazism. Russia stated that dozens of European countries fought in Hitler's coalition, presenting this historical fact as a 'hint and a reminder' connected to current events. A Russian source expressed strong determination, stating they would 'crush the enemy' with all available strength.

Presidential aide Yuri Ushakov stated that a truce will continue on May 9, 10, and 11. RIA Novosti, citing Peskov, reported that Ushakov had earlier announced a meeting with journalists.