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Donald Trump announced a three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, beginning on Saturday.
During this time, both sides will suspend strikes and each swap 1,000 prisoners, America's president said.
The pause comes as Russia prepares to celebrate Victory Day,
the anniversary of the Soviet Union's defeat of Nazi Germany.
Moscow has toned down its annual parade amid fears of a Ukrainian attack.
Meanwhile, the Trump administration said it expected Iran to imminently respond to its proposal to end the war.