After snubbing Putin, Zelensky seeks ceasefire along with Europe allies; see Russia’s angry reaction

Ukraine and its allies, backed by the US, demand Russia accept a full 30-day ceasefire starting May 12. Zelensky, joined by leaders from France, Germany, Poland, and the UK in Kyiv, urges Putin to halt all military action-land, air, and sea. The coalition threatens massive new sanctions if Moscow refuses. As Russia’s own truce expires, Europe’s united front signals a dramatic new push for peace.