US President Trump announces there will be a three day ceasefire in the war between Ukraine and Russia

This announcement of a three-day ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia is significant as it may signal a potential easing of tensions in a long-standing conflict.

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Full post: I am pleased to announce that there will be a THREE DAY CEASEFIRE (May 9th, 10th, and 11th) in the War between Russia and Ukraine. The Celebration in Russia is for Victory Day but, likewise, in Ukraine, because they were also a big part and factor of World War II. This Ceasefire will include a suspension of all kinetic activity, and also a prison swap of 1,000 prisoners from each Country. This request was made directly by me, and I very much appreciate its agreement by President Vladimir Putin and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Hopefully, it is the beginning of the end of a very long, deadly, and hard fought War. Talks are continuing on ending this Major Conflict, the biggest since World War II, and we are getting closer and closer every day. Thank you for your attention to this matter! President DONALD J. TRUMP

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While it's limited in duration, any reduction in hostilities could impact market sentiment positively, benefiting risk-sensitive assets like equities and energy, while potentially stabilizing currencies like the USD and EUR.

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