05
May
Moscow (Rajeev Sharma): A cautious and complicated silence has begun to descend across the frontlines of Eastern Europe as both Russia and Ukraine have declared individual ceasefires ahead of the 81st anniversary of Victory Day. Moscow kicked off the diplomatic maneuvering by announcing a pause in hostilities for this coming Friday and Saturday to commemorate the 1945 defeat of Nazi Germany. However, the Kremlin’s gesture arrived with a sharp edge; the Russian Ministry of Defence issued a stern ultimatum, warning that any perceived disruption of the holiday ceremonies would be met with a massive missile barrage targeting the heart of…