Trump announces three-day ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia
Summary
President Donald Trump announced a three-day pause in fighting between Russia and Ukraine, starting May 9, 2026. During this time, both countries will exchange 1,000 prisoners each as part of the ceasefire agreement.Key Facts
- The ceasefire lasts from May 9 to May 11, 2026.
- Both Russia and Ukraine will stop all military action during the pause.
- Each side will swap 1,000 prisoners during the ceasefire.
- Both countries have previously accused each other of breaking ceasefires they declared separately.
- President Trump announced the ceasefire on his social media platform, Truth Social.
- He expressed hope that this ceasefire could be the beginning of ending the long war.
- Talks continue to try to resolve the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
- The announcement came ahead of Russia’s World War II commemoration parade.
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