Kremlin: We will observe the ceasefire, but will respond if necessary
Zelensky described the ceasefire proposal as a "theatrical performance", questioning the Kremlin's intentions and rejecting a ceasefire agreement without guarantees
Commission: If Russia wants a ceasefire, it should do it immediately and not wait until 8 May
"We continue to support Ukraine in achieving a lasting and comprehensive peace," said European Commission spokeswoman Anita Giber
Middle East: No progress made in Cairo in talks on new Gaza ceasefire, Hamas says
Last night, Reuters reported, citing Egyptian sources, that significant progress had been made in the talks to reach an agreement