NewsPBS NewsHourMay 8, 2026United States
President Trump Announces 3-Day Ceasefire and Prisoner Swap Between Russia and Ukraine
President Donald Trump announced that Russia and Ukraine have agreed to his request for a three-day ceasefire and a mutual exchange of 1,000 prisoners. The pause in hostilities is scheduled to run from May 9th through May 11th, 2026.
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The represents a temporary suspension of all kinetic military activity between Russia and Ukraine, potentially impacting the immediate safety of civilians and military personnel in the conflict zone.
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personVladimir Putin“President of Russia who agreed to the ceasefire and prisoner swap.”locationUkraine“One of the two nations involved in the ceasefire agreement.”personVolodymyr Zelenskyy“President of Ukraine who agreed to the ceasefire and prisoner swap.”personDonald Trump“President of the United States who brokered the ceasefire agreement.”locationRussia“One of the two nations involved in the ceasefire agreement.”