Svitlana Avramenko

Svitlana Avramenko is a 44-year-old resident of Kyiv, who expressed skepticism towards Russian President Vladimir Putin's declaration of a three-day ceasefire amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. On May 8, 2023, she stood in Kyiv's Independence Square, surrounded by flags representing fallen soldiers, reflecting on the increased casualties since the war began. Her statement, 'What ceasefire?' captured the disbelief and frustration of many Ukrainians regarding the credibility of Russia's promises for peace.