Ukrainians mark end of WWII amid fragile ceasefire with Russia
France24 • 5/9/2026 – 5/10/2026
Summary
Ukrainians are marking the end of World War II as a temporary ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia comes into effect. Residents in various cities, including Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, and Kyiv, reflect on the toll of war and the uncertainty of peace. Mourners at a World War II memorial in Zaporizhzhia drew parallels between past and present suffering, while others expressed cautious hope and deep scepticism regarding the potential for meaningful negotiations stemming from the ceasefire.
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