UN welcomes Russian, Ukrainian unilateral ceasefires
2026-05-06 10:11:10 source：CGTN
May 6, 2026
The United Nations welcomes the unilateral ceasefires announced by Ukraine and Russia, said a UN spokesperson on Tuesday.
"We welcome the unilateral ceasefire announced by Ukraine, to begin on the night of May 5 to 6, as well as the one by the Russian Federation, to take place over May 8 and 9," said Stephane Dujarric, spokesman for UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.
Dujarric told a daily press briefing that the secretary-general looks forward to their successful implementation, and reiterates his call for a full, immediate, unconditional and lasting ceasefire, leading to a just, comprehensive and sustainable peace, in line with the UN Charter, international law and relevant UN resolutions.
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