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Trump announces three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine

May 8, 202665 sources

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President Donald Trump has announced a three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, set to begin on May 9. The deal also includes an exchange of 1,000 prisoners. Trump described the move as the 'beginning of the end' of the war.

The announcement comes as Russia prepares for its annual Victory Day parade in Moscow, though with a muted tone. The ceasefire is a rare moment of agreed pause in the ongoing conflict.

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