Confusion over possible Ukraine ceasefire — army says it has no order to stop fire
A source in the Ukrainian president's office says the armed forces have not received an order to halt fighting along the front, even as US sources speak of a possible ceasefire from September 5 to 8.
Ukraine's public broadcaster Suspilne reports that Ukrainian defense forces have not received any order to cease fire along the front line. The information comes from a source within the office of Ukraine's president.
At the same time, several American sources claim that an agreement on a ceasefire has been reached, reportedly covering the period from September 5 to 8. However, it remains unclear exactly what territory or type of military activity such an agreement would cover.
Conflicting signals
The discrepancy raises questions about whether any real agreement to halt hostilities currently exists, and if so, what its precise scope and conditions are. Ukraine's official position — that the army has received no order to stop shooting — suggests that even if talks have taken place between the US and other parties, they have not yet resulted in a concrete, confirmed agreement being implemented at the military level.
No further details are currently available about who is involved in the talks, what they cover, or possible conditions attached to any deal. It also remains unknown whether or when an official statement might be issued by either the Ukrainian or US governments.
