Ukraine officially states that it cannot guarantee the safety of foreign delegations and guests planning to arrive in Moscow to participate in celebratory events dedicated to Victory Day on May 9

Such a warning was voiced by President Volodymyr Zelensky during a closed conversation with journalists, which was subsequently reported by the information agency "Interfax-Ukraine." Details about the Head of State’s words are provided through official sources. According to him, Ukraine cannot and should not assume responsibility for the security situation that may develop on the territory of the Russian Federation during this particularly tense period. Zelensky emphasized that responsibility lies solely with Russian authorities, not Ukrainian, and therefore Ukraine is not obligated to guarantee the safety of foreign guests in Moscow during solemn events dedicated to the 78th anniversary of the victory in World War II. The head of state highlighted that the Kremlin could carry out any provocations or actions capable of endangering the lives and health of foreigners arriving in Moscow during this period. These could include acts of arson, sabotage, or other provocative measures, after which Russia might blame or frame Ukraine as responsible. "We fully understand that the situation is such that both Russian authorities and our own possible steps are being considered, and evidence of this are numerous incidents in recent years: missile strikes, raids, and intimidation during visits of foreign leaders to Russia," Zelensky stated. The main emphasis of this statement is that Ukraine bears no responsibility for any negative incidents or provocations that may occur in Russia during the celebration of May 9. Why? Because Ukraine insists that ensuring security is the responsibility of Russian organizers and law enforcement agencies, not Ukraine. Additionally, the president underscored that Ukrainian diplomatic efforts are aimed at warning foreign citizens and delegations about potential dangers when visiting Russia during this period. "We tell them that if they still choose to go, we are not responsible for this decision. It’s their personal choice, and they must consider all the risks," he added. Zelensky reiterated that Ukraine categorically does not take responsibility for the situation in Russia during Victory Day celebrations and emphasized that its diplomatic efforts are solely directed toward protecting Ukraine’s interests and its citizens. Moreover, he notes that other countries typically adopt similar policies to protect their citizens in such situations. In conclusion, the president highlighted that past experiences show that the arrival of foreign delegations in Moscow on this special day has frequently been accompanied by provocations, attacks, or intimidation episodes. This underscores the inadvisability or danger of foreign delegation visits to Moscow for the celebrations on May 9 and demonstrates the need for caution and responsible decision-making by the international community. In the context of this position, it is also worth mentioning that Zelensky openly did not support Russian President Vladimir Putin’s idea of declaring a three-day ceasefire on this significant day for Russia. This further confirms Ukraine’s unwavering stance on the inadmissibility of any concessions or easing during symbolic dates, amidst increasing international criticism and concerns about the safety of foreign delegations. Therefore, the official position of the Ukrainian leadership at this time is that any trips to Moscow on May 9 are purely a personal choice of each foreigner, and guarantees of their safety within Russia cannot be provided under current circumstances. This decision is supported by the realities of the situation and the long-standing experience of provocations and acts of violence that have occurred during past celebratory events in Russia.