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Ukraine's Zelenskiy confirms US announcement of ceasefire, prisoner exchange

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Posted on May 8, 2026

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· Last updated: May 8, 2026

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Ukraine's Zelenskiy confirms US announcement of ceasefire, prisoner exchange

Ceasefire and Prisoner Exchange Agreement Details

May 8 (Reuters) - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Friday confirmed a three-day ceasefire had been arranged with Russia as part of U.S. efforts to negotiate an end to the more than four-year-old war.

Confirmation of Ceasefire

Zelenskiy, writing on Telegram, also said each of the two sides would be exchanging 1,000 prisoners of war, with humanitarian issues remaining a key Ukrainian priority.

Details of the Prisoner Exchange

"That is why today, within the framework of the negotiation process mediated by the American side, we received Russia's agreement to conduct a prisoner of war exchange in the format of 1,000 for 1,000," Zelenskiy wrote.

Ceasefire Dates

"A ceasefire is also to be established on May 9, 10, 11."

(Reporting by Ron Popeski and Oleksandr Kozhukhar; Editing by Chris Reese)

Key Takeaways

  • The ceasefire follows U.S. diplomatic efforts to halt a four‑year‑long conflict, reflecting increased American engagement in brokering peace (investing.com)
  • Zelenskiy announced on Telegram that both sides will exchange 1,000 prisoners of war, demonstrating reciprocity and humanitarian progress amid stalled broader negotiations (investing.com)
  • Recent prisoner exchanges have shown momentum: in April 2026, Ukraine and Russia swapped 193 prisoners each in a U.S. and UAE‑facilitated exchange, highlighting the role of international partners in securing releases (investing.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What did President Zelenskiy confirm regarding the ceasefire?
President Zelenskiy confirmed a three-day ceasefire had been arranged with Russia, facilitated by U.S. efforts.
How many prisoners will be exchanged between Ukraine and Russia?
Each side will exchange 1,000 prisoners of war as part of the agreement.
Who played a role in negotiating the ceasefire?
The United States played a central role in facilitating the ceasefire agreement between Ukraine and Russia.
How long has the conflict between Ukraine and Russia lasted?
The war has continued for more than four years.

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