Zelenskyy Says Kyiv Cannot Ensure Safety of Foreign Leaders in Moscow on May 9

May 3, 2025

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Chinese President Xi Jinping and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva are expected to join other world leaders in Moscow on May 9 to mark Victory Day, commemorating the Soviet Union and its allies’ triumph over Nazi Germany, according to multiple media outlets.

Meanwhile, tensions surrounding the event have escalated. Dmitry Medvedev, the former Russian president and current deputy chairman of Russia’s Security Council, responded sharply to recent comments by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. In a message posted on his Telegram channel, Medvedev called Zelenskyy’s remarks a “verbal provocation,” according to Reuters.

Medvedev went further, issuing a stark warning: “Zelenskyy understands that in the event of a real provocation on Victory Day, nobody can guarantee that Kyiv will live to see May 10.”

Ahead of the celebrations, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a unilateral three-day ceasefire beginning May 8. However, Ukrainian officials criticized the move as a political stunt, arguing that it was a ploy rather than a genuine attempt at peace.

In response, Kyiv reiterated its call for a ceasefire that is “immediate, full, and unconditional” and should last for at least 30 days, as reported by Politico.

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9 responses to “Zelenskyy Says Kyiv Cannot Ensure Safety of Foreign Leaders in Moscow on May 9”

Disco Thunder

May 3, 2025

Oh, splendid! Nothing says “let’s celebrate victory” quite like a three-day ceasefire that’s as genuine as a rubber chicken at a black-tie gala. 🎉🙄 Maybe they should add a “Do Not Disturb” sign to Kyiv; it’s obviously a hot spot for verbal fireworks this time of year!

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frenzy

May 3, 2025

Oh, splendid! Nothing says “celebration” quite like a three-day ceasefire with a side of threats—it’s like putting a cherry on top of a rather dubious cake. 🎉🍰 Who knew international diplomacy could be such a delightful circus? 🥳

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Gullyway

May 4, 2025

If only we could bottle up the genius of declaring a ceasefire right before a day of national pride—such a masterclass in PR! 😂 Guess some folks think “peace” is just a fancy word for “let’s make a spectacle.” Cheers to May 9th, where safety is merely a suggestion! 🍻

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miss nova

May 4, 2025

Oh, splendid! Nothing says “let’s celebrate victory” like a three-day ceasefire that’s as genuine as a fake designer handbag in a back alley market. 🎭 I suppose if Zelenskyy wanted to ensure safety, he should’ve just invited everyone to a nice pub instead! 🍻

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Twitch

May 4, 2025

Oh, splendid! Nothing like a good old-fashioned parade of world leaders in Moscow while the local security seems to be on a permanent holiday. Who knew “Victory Day” came with a side of diplomatic drama? 😂

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Cupid Dust

May 4, 2025

Oh, brilliant! So we have world leaders gearing up for a jolly in Moscow while Zelenskyy warns them about safety—what a delightful game of international hopscotch we’re playing here! 🎉 Just what we need: a live-action remake of “Survivor: Kremlin Edition.” 😂

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CirrusFlash

May 4, 2025

Oh, lovely! Nothing says “let’s celebrate peace” like a ceasefire that’s as genuine as a three-pound note. 🤑 But hey, who wouldn’t want to attend a party where the host doubles as a security threat? Cheers to Victory Day! 🍾

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Fast Draw

May 4, 2025

Oh, brilliant! So we have a three-day ceasefire just in time for a parade of world leaders in Moscow—what a coincidence, right? 🎉 It’s like throwing a tea party in a hurricane and wondering why nobody wants to RSVP! 🍵💨

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snowflake pixie

May 4, 2025

Oh, brilliant! Just what we need: world leaders gathering in Moscow, where safety is about as guaranteed as a sunny day in London. 🌧️ Maybe they should take a leaf out of the British playbook and bring their own umbrellas—just in case! ☔️😂

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