Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of violating U.S.-brokered three-day ceasefire
Summary
Russia and Ukraine accused each other of breaking a U.S.-brokered three-day ceasefire, with both sides reporting attacks and casualties. President Donald Trump said the truce and a prisoner swap might mark progress, while talks continue amid deep distrust.Key Facts
- Both Russia and Ukraine claim the other side violated the ceasefire within 24 hours.
- Ukraine reported casualties from Russian drone and artillery attacks, including one death and several injuries.
- Russia said Ukraine committed over 1,000 ceasefire violations, attacking civilian and military targets.
- Ukraine's President Zelenskyy warned of immediate retaliation if full-scale war resumes.
- The ceasefire was intended to mark Victory Day, a Russian holiday commemorating WWII victory.
- President Donald Trump announced the ceasefire and prisoner exchange as a possible peace step.
- Russian officials expect U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to visit Moscow soon.
- Moscow demands Ukraine withdraw troops from the eastern Donbas region before progress can happen.
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