Russia, Ukraine Begin 3-Day Ceasefire Brokered by Trump
The deal pauses all combat and sets up a 1,000-for-1,000 prisoner exchange as U.S.-mediated talks continue, officials said.
- On Friday, President Donald Trump announced a three-day ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war running Saturday through Monday, including a mutual exchange of 1,000 prisoners by each nation.
- Victory Day celebrations in Russia, marking the 81st anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II, prompted the truce timing. Trump said he appreciates Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy agreeing to his request.
- Zelenskyy had previously announced a ceasefire for May 5-6, while Russia suggested one for May 8-9, creating conflicting timelines before the current three-day pause. Trump called it the "beginning of the end" of the four-year-old conflict.
- Presidential aide Yuri Ushakov told journalists Thursday that Russia strengthened its focus on "retaliatory measures" if Ukraine disrupts the ceasefire. The Defense Ministry warned civilians in Kyiv of "the need to leave the city promptly."
- Trump expressed optimism on Friday, stating "Talks are continuing on ending this Major Conflict, the biggest since World War II, and we are getting closer and closer every day." The ceasefire marks a potential turning point in the conflict.
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Although Ukraine and Russia both announced a three-day ceasefire, Ukrainians claim Russia attacked several civilian buildings on Sunday night.
Trump noted that both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky agreed to his proposal for a temporary ceasefire "without hesitation."
Trump sees 'beginning of the end' in Russia's war on Ukraine as both sides agrees to his request for a 3-day ceasefire
President Donald Trump said the leaders of Russia and Ukraine have agreed to his request for a three-day ceasefire and an exchange of prisoners, adding that such a halt to hostilities could be the “beginning of the end” of the long war between them. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Yuri Ushakov, Russian President Vladimir Putin’s foreign affairs adviser, both confirmed the agreement. “I asked and, President Putin agreed. President Zel…
Trump Announces Three-Day Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire on Victory Day
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday, May 9th, that Russia and Ukraine had agreed to a temporary three-day ceasefire from May 9 to May 11, marking the first coordinated pause in fighting between the two sides in months amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to end the war. According to Trump, the agreement includes a suspension of “all kinetic activity” and a mutual exchange of 1,000 prisoners from each side. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zele…
Donald Trump answered LCI's questions again on Saturday, May 9. He said that he had "obtained" the temporary ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia, believing that "it would be a good thing" for the truce to be extended. Questioned about the Middle East, the US President assured that Iran "really wants to conclude an agreement." - Ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia, US proposal to Iran: Trump responds to LCI (International).
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