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Trump announces 3-day Russia Ukraine ceasefire May 9 to 11 and a 2000 prisoner swap

Trump announces 3-day Russia Ukraine ceasefire May 9 to 11 and a 2000 prisoner swap

US President Donald Trump announced that Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a three-day ceasefire from May 9 to May 11, with all kinetic activity suspended. In the same window, the countries will exchange 1,000 prisoners each, totaling 2,000 detainees. Trump said the pause was initiated at his direct request and thanked Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy for accepting it. The truce also aligns with Russia’s Victory Day commemorations, while providing a rare, short-term respite for civilians under frequent attacks.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 14 May 2026
Putin Says India China and US Consultations Led to 3 Day Ukraine Ceasefire Before Victory Day

Putin Says India China and US Consultations Led to 3 Day Ukraine Ceasefire Before Victory Day

Russian President Vladimir Putin said he briefed India, China, and the United States on risks in Kyiv before Moscow agreed to a three-day ceasefire with Ukraine during Victory Day commemorations. He described the pause as driven by humanitarian and historical considerations, and said it includes a prisoner exchange—framing the truce as coordinated groundwork rather than a sudden move.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 10 May 2026

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Putin Says Ukraine War Is Ending, Blames Western Elites for Starting It

Putin Says Ukraine War Is Ending, Blames Western Elites for Starting It

On Victory Day, Vladimir Putin told media the Ukraine conflict is “coming to an end,” while blaming the “globalist wing” of Western elites for provoking the war. He pointed to NATO expansion and referenced the failure of a 2022 Istanbul agreement, amid fresh claims after Trump announced a three-day ceasefire Russia and Ukraine reportedly agreed to.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 10 May 2026
Putin slams NATO and calls Ukraine war goals just at scaled Victory Day parade

Putin slams NATO and calls Ukraine war goals just at scaled Victory Day parade

In a scaled-back Victory Day parade on Moscow’s Red Square, Vladimir Putin told Russians his soldiers in Ukraine face an “aggressive force” backed by NATO and said his war aims are “just.” Speaking alongside Russian units and troops from North Korea, he invoked the Soviet victory to bolster support for the campaign despite the reduced ceremony.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 9 May 2026
Russia shrinks Victory Day parade as Ukraine threats reshape military show amid ceasefire hopes

Russia shrinks Victory Day parade as Ukraine threats reshape military show amid ceasefire hopes

Russia held a scaled-back Victory Day parade, citing threats from Ukraine that reduced military displays marking the Soviet defeat of Nazi Germany. As worries deepen around the war, US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire proposal backed by both Russia and Ukraine, aiming to de-escalate tensions. The conflict, however, continues to cast a shadow over Russia’s observance.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 9 May 2026
Putin’s WWII Victory Day faces muted crowds as Ukraine war reshapes Red Square

Putin’s WWII Victory Day faces muted crowds as Ukraine war reshapes Red Square

Russia is gearing up for Victory Day, but the usual spectacle in Moscow is being overshadowed by the war in Ukraine. A unilateral ceasefire collapsed rapidly, with both sides trading blame as fighting continued. Security concerns and domestic unease are driving a more restrained Red Square event, including the absence of military hardware this year.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 8 May 2026

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