President Donald Trump on Friday announced that Russia and Ukraine would observe a three-day ceasefire to mark the anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany.

Russian President Vladimir Putin had already declared a unilateral ceasefire to mark Russia's victory in the "Great Patriotic War," Russia's name for World War II. The Kremlin further warned Ukraine against attempting to target Moscow during the festivities.

"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," he posted on Truth Social.

"This Ceasefire will include a suspension of all kinetic activity, and also a prison swap of 1,000 prisoners from each Country," he added. "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."

The war is in its fifth year and shows no signs of an imminent end. Russia has observed other temporary ceasefires, notably for major Christian holidays such as Christmas and Easter.

Ben Whedon is the Chief Political Correspondent at Just the News. Follow him on X.