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Russia Agrees to Trump's Initiative on Ceasefire & Prisoner Exchange, Kremlin Aide Ushakov Says

Russia Agrees to Trump's Initiative on Ceasefire & Prisoner Exchange, Kremlin Aide Ushakov Says

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Russia has agreed to Trump's initiative on a ceasefire and prisoner exchange, Kremlin aide Ushakov says 08.05.2026, Sputnik Africa

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Russia has agreed to Trump's initiative on a ceasefire and prisoner exchange, Kremlin aide Ushakov says Key statements: 🔹 This initiative builds on the recent conversation between Putin and Trump. 🔹 The US was in contact with Kiev during the discussions. 🔹 The Kremlin emphasized the importance of this initiative being timed to coincide with the 81st anniversary of Victory over Nazism. Earlier on Friday, Trump said that Russia and Ukraine have agreed to cease fire from May 9-11 at his request, adding that Moscow and Kiev will also swap 1,000 prisoners each.iew of the Kremlin in Moscow

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