Trump Announces Three-Day Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire, 1,000-Prisoner Swap
The deal includes a suspension of all kinetic activity and a 1,000-for-1,000 prisoner swap, Trump said.
- US President Donald Trump announced a three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine from May 9 to May 11 following US-mediated talks and stated that peace negotiations were progressing.
- Trump confirmed the ceasefire on social media, emphasizing the specific dates of May 9, 10, and 11 and that both sides agreed to it.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed the US role in mediating the ceasefire and announced an exchange of 1,000 prisoners between Russia and Ukraine.
- The ceasefire aligns with Russia's Victory Day on May 9, but humanitarian concerns persist while Russia warned against disruptions to its Victory Day parade.
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MOSCOW. – The fragile three-day U.S.-led truce between Russia and Ukraine showed new signs of wear and tear this Sunday, amid cross-accused attacks on the front and as both sides move forward with an exchange of 1,000 prisoners of war per side.The ceasefire, announced on Friday by U.S. President Donald Trump on the occasion of Russia's Victory Day celebrations, was placed under strong pressure on his second day.Both Moscow and Kiev denounced vio…
Although Ukraine and Russia both announced a three-day ceasefire, Ukrainians claim Russia attacked several civilian buildings on Sunday night.
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the leaders of Russia and Ukraine accepted his request for a three-day ceasefire and an exchange of prisoners, adding that such a pause in hostilities could be the "beginning of the end" of the long war between the two.
Trump noted that both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky agreed to his proposal for a temporary ceasefire "without hesitation."
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