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Trump announces prisoner swap in 3-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire

Trump announces prisoner swap in 3-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire

Summary

President Donald Trump announced a three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, including a swap of 1,000 prisoners, to mark Russia's Victory Day. The ceasefire is set for Saturday through Monday, but Russia and Ukraine have not yet confirmed the details.

Key Facts

  • President Trump said he requested the temporary ceasefire.
  • The ceasefire includes swapping 1,000 prisoners between Russia and Ukraine.
  • It is planned to last three days, from Saturday through Monday.
  • The ceasefire is meant to observe Russia’s Victory Day celebrations.
  • Russia and Ukraine had previously announced separate ceasefires on different days.
  • Both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy agreed to the ceasefire, according to Trump.
  • The war between Russia and Ukraine has lasted over four years.
  • U.S. officials recently met with Ukrainian representatives, and Trump spoke with Putin last week.
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