Trump Announces Three-Day Russia, Ukraine Ceasefire

Watch on YouTube ↗  |  May 08, 2026 at 20:21  |  2:16  |  Bloomberg Markets

Summary

President Trump announces a three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine from May 9-11, coinciding with Russia's Victory Day. The ceasefire includes a suspension of kinetic activity and a prisoner swap. Bloomberg's Jeff Mason discusses the significance of this sudden development and its potential to lead to further progress in ending the conflict.

  • Trump announces a three-day ceasefire from May 9-11 between Russia and Ukraine.
  • The ceasefire includes a suspension of all kinetic activity and a 1000-prisoner swap.
  • The announcement comes as a surprise, with little recent US involvement in the Russia-Ukraine war.
  • Jeff Mason notes this is the first time both sides have agreed to a ceasefire in the multi-year conflict.
  • The ceasefire coincides with Russia's Victory Day celebrations.
  • The development may signal potential for further diplomatic progress.
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