**No Talks of Trump Visiting Moscow for May 9 Victory Parade, Kremlin Says**
The Kremlin has announced that there are no plans for US President Donald Trump to visit Moscow for the upcoming May 9 Victory Day parade. This news comes as Russian state media reported that leaders from China, Israel, and Brazil have been invited to attend the celebrations, marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has also extended invitations to other world leaders, including Prime Minister Robert Fico of Slovakia and Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic. However, both countries have received warnings from the EU that their participation in the parade may have consequences for their respective relationships with the bloc.
**No Direct Contact Between Trump and Putin**
Despite ongoing ceasefire negotiations, there has been no direct contact between Trump and Putin. Communication has been limited to officials on both sides. Trump’s advisers have insisted that a conversation between the two leaders should take place only after Russia agrees to a ceasefire in Ukraine.
The situation is further complicated by Ukraine’s decision to invite senior EU leaders and officials to Kyiv on May 9, as a counter to Russia’s celebration. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of nearly 3,000 ceasefire violations during the supposed Easter truce.
**Ceasefire Negotiations Ongoing**
The Kremlin has stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin is open to “negotiations and discussions with the Ukrainian side” regarding a ceasefire. However, Ukraine maintains its offer not to strike at least at civilian infrastructure, and expects a clear answer from Moscow.
As tensions between Russia and Ukraine continue to rise, it remains to be seen whether a lasting peace can be achieved. The situation is complex, and both sides have shown little willingness to compromise.
**Other Developments**
In other news, the Ukrainian parliament’s foreign affairs committee has compared the potential decision to allow Western leaders to attend the Victory Day parade in Moscow to Western appeasement of Adolf Hitler that led to World War II.
Additionally, Ukraine has accused Russian forces of using a logistics center near a military airfield to prepare and launch drones. The Kremlin has stated that an agreement aims to bolster bilateral relations across key sectors, including investment, transport, and humanitarian efforts.
The situation on the ground remains intense, with reports of artillery fire, multiple launch rocket systems, and drone attacks in areas near the state border and within Russian territory.
**Commentary**
This news article highlights the ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine, as well as the complex relationships between Western leaders. The Kremlin’s announcement that there are no talks of Trump visiting Moscow for the Victory Day parade is a significant development, particularly given the reported invitations extended to other world leaders.
The situation on the ground remains volatile, with reports of artillery fire and drone attacks in areas near the state border and within Russian territory. As tensions continue to rise, it remains to be seen whether a lasting peace can be achieved between Russia and Ukraine.
