Trump Announces 3-Day Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire Agreement
US President Trump has announced that Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a three-day ceasefire, marking the first multi-day truce since the conflict began and representing a significant step forward in peace negotiations.
Trump stated the ceasefire will take effect immediately and last 72 hours. During this period, both sides will halt all military operations, including artillery fire and airstrikes. The agreement follows ongoing US diplomatic mediation efforts.
Ceasefire Details
The three-day truce will cover primary combat zones on both sides. US Secretary of State Rubio said Washington will closely monitor compliance during the ceasefire window and urged both Moscow and Kyiv to use this period for further peace dialogue.
Reactions
Ukraine said it will carefully evaluate the ceasefire arrangement but emphasized any truce must be premised on safeguarding Ukrainian territorial integrity. The Russian foreign ministry expressed support for the agreement without providing additional details.
International Response
The international community welcomed the ceasefire. A UN Secretary-General spokesperson urged both sides to faithfully honor their commitments. Several European leaders said the truce is an important step toward lasting peace but stressed the need for strict compliance.
Analysts note that while a three-day ceasefire is brief, successful implementation could create favorable conditions for subsequent, longer-term peace negotiations.
Sources: AP News, Reuters