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Gavin Blackburn

Kremlin announces Ukraine ceasefire to coincide with World War II 'Victory Day'

Russia's President Vladimir Putin has declared a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine on 8-10 May to mark World War II Victory Day, as US President Donald Trump's administration decides whether a deal to end the war is within reach.

The Kremlin said that the truce will start at 0000 local time on 8 May and last through to the end of 10 May, adding that Putin ordered the full cessation of hostilities on “humanitarian grounds” to mark the 9 May holiday celebrating the defeat of Nazi Germany.

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