Russian President Vladimir Putin has introduced new peace initiatives during the celebration of the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II.

The ceasefire will be in effect from 00:00 on May 8 to 00:00 on May 11, as reported by the Russian state news agency TASS.

Putin stated that the Ukrainian side should also follow this example.

He emphasized that in case of any violations of the ceasefire by Ukraine, Russian forces will respond appropriately and effectively.