Trump Announces Three-Day Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire and Prisoner Swap
US President Donald Trump has announced a temporary three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, scheduled for May 9-11, 2026. The announcement was made via Truth Social during Victory Day celebrations, with Trump expressing hope that this truce marks the beginning of the end to the prolonged conflict. Both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reportedly agreed to the request. The agreement includes a significant prisoner exchange, with each side releasing 1,000 prisoners of war. Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov confirmed Moscow's participation, noting an extension of their previously announced ceasefire. Trump indicated his desire for the truce to be extended further and remains open to sending negotiating teams to Moscow if beneficial. This development follows earlier US-led negotiations in Abu Dhabi and Geneva, although peace talks have largely stalled due to disagreements over territorial issues. The move represents a notable diplomatic intervention by the US administration aimed at de-escalating hostilities in the region.
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