Our proposal for a three -day truce with Ukraine from 8 to 10 May is still in force today, the Kremlin spokesman said today, Dmitry Peskov However, he pointed out that if the Ukrainian forces try to hit Russian positions, Russia would answer.

“Of course, President Putin’s initiative for a temporary ceasefire is valid and instructions (in the army) have been given by the Supreme Leader,” Peskov said characteristically and added:

“There will be a ceasefire, but if there is no reciprocity on the part of the Kiev regime and efforts continue to hit our positions or facilities, then the appropriate answer will be given immediately.”

THE Peskov He added that Russia has not heard so far a single statement from Kiev showing that it is ready to adhere to the three -day truce, which Putin declared last week to coincide with the festivities for World War II.

“The price of oil critical for Russia”

At the same time, Peskov said oil prices play a critical role in Russia’s budget and in the Russian economy as a whole, but Russian national interests are preceded by all.

“Prices of oil cannot be a factor that can affect Russia’s attitude towards its national interests,” Peskov said. “Russia’s national interests are above all, above any oil prices.”

Russia is closely monitoring the global oil market and has long been working on OPEC+ to keep prices optimally, Peskov added.

“Of course, the international price of oil is a very important factor in shaping the budget in our country and for the Russian economy as a whole,” Peskov said.