Trump announces three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine
President Donald Trump announced a three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, coinciding with Russia’s Victory Day parade.
TL;DR
- Donald Trump announced a three-day ceasefire (May 9-11) between Russia and Ukraine.
- Ukrainian President Zelensky agreed to the ceasefire in exchange for a prisoner swap (1,000 for 1,000).
- Russia's Kremlin also agreed to the ceasefire proposal, reportedly following a conversation between Putin and Trump.
- The ceasefire is the first mutual one since hostilities began on February 24, 2022.
- Tensions had risen due to Ukraine's drone attacks targeting Moscow and fears of an attack during Russia's Victory Day parade.
- Victory Day is a significant national holiday in Russia, commemorating its victory over Nazi Germany in World War II.