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US President Donald Trump announced a three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine from May 9 to 11, alongside a planned prisoner exchange involving 1,000 prisoners from each side. Trump described the development as a possible step toward ending the prolonged conflict.

Russia’s Defence Ministry announced a ceasefire from May 8 to May 10 to mark the 81st anniversary of Soviet victory in World War II. The declaration follows Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s remarks at the European Political Community Summit in Yerevan, where he suggested Russia’s Victory Parade may lack defence equipment and face drone threats.

Russia said it intercepted 347 Ukrainian drones overnight ahead of Victory Day celebrations, amid escalating tensions and failed ceasefire efforts. Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Moscow of continuing attacks, while Russia tightened security measures in Moscow

Iran said it is reviewing a US response to its 14-point peace plan, focused on ending regional war. Foreign ministry officials confirmed no nuclear talks are underway amid ongoing tensions following the Israel–US strikes and fragile ceasefire

US President Donald Trump warned of bombing Iran if no deal is reached before a ceasefire ends, saying negotiations are the only path forward amid ongoing tensions and uncertain peace talks between the two nations

US-Iran talks in Islamabad ended without agreement after 21 hours, with JD Vance citing Iran’s refusal to curb its nuclear programme, raising concerns over ceasefire stability, Strait of Hormuz access, and broader regional security and global energy markets

Pakistan pledged continued mediation between US and Iran after Islamabad talks ended without breakthrough, with Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar urging ceasefire adherence, praising constructive negotiations, and expressing hope dialogue involving JD Vance and Iranian leaders yields lasting regional peace soon

US President Donald Trump claimed in his State of the Union address that Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif told him 35 million lives were saved due to US intervention averting an India-Pakistan nuclear war, a claim India continues to deny

At least 13 people, including a child, were killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza even as efforts continued to sustain a fragile Israel-Hamas ceasefire, with US President Donald Trump set to announce a “Board of Peace” to oversee the truce

Thailand released 18 Cambodian prisoners of war after five months, fulfilling a ceasefire agreement to end border clashes. The repatriation aims to build goodwill, stabilize relations, and normalize ties following deadly combat and diplomatic negotiations involving Malaysia and the US

Kyiv’s proposed peace plan for the Ukraine crisis differs from the Moscow-Washington framework. Russian officials cite deadlines and interference as obstacles, while Zelensky seeks a referendum on a 20-point plan. Trump will meet Zelensky in Florida to discuss the proposal

Thailand and Cambodia signed a ceasefire to end weeks of border clashes over territorial disputes. The agreement halts military movements, airspace violations, and includes repatriation of 18 Cambodian soldiers, following earlier July and October ceasefire arrangements brokered with Malaysia and US support

Donald Trump reiterated claims of averting an India-Pakistan war, saying Pakistan’s leadership credited him with saving millions of lives. India rejects mediation claims, saying a May 10 ceasefire followed four days of fighting after Operation Sindoor triggered by Pahalgam attack

Thailand and Cambodia will resume border talks this week to establish a lasting ceasefire after recent deadly clashes. Previous agreements lacked detail, and both nations accuse each other of violations, including new landmine placements, amid rising regional and international concern

US President Donald Trump said Thai and Cambodian leaders have agreed to renew a ceasefire after days of deadly border clashes. The truce revives a peace accord brokered earlier this year with support from Malaysia, amid lingering tensions between the two neighbours.

Heavy fighting resumed along the Thailand-Cambodia border, killing three Thai civilians and nine soldiers, with Cambodian casualties reported. Airstrikes, artillery, and rockets were used near Preah Vihear temple, displacing thousands. International concern grows as Trump seeks ceasefire negotiations

Archaeologists in Jerusalem uncovered the longest intact Hasmonean wall foundations, revealing possible evidence of a 2,100-year-old ceasefire with King Antiochus VII. The 50-metre wall, partially dismantled, may also have served as King Herod’s palace foundation, linking archaeology with ancient historical accounts 

The US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas nears completion of its first phase, with a complex second phase planned, involving disarmament, Gaza reconstruction, international oversight, Palestinian governance reforms, and Israeli withdrawals, amid uncertainties over Hamas compliance and regional cooperation 

The UN Security Council approved a US-drafted resolution endorsing President Trump’s Gaza peace plan and authorising an international stabilisation force. With Russia and China abstaining, the plan establishes a Board of Peace and outlines steps for ceasefire consolidation, reconstruction, and a pathway toward a two-state solution

The CPI (Maoist) Telangana State Committee has announced the extension of the ongoing ceasefire by another six months. The party’s spokesperson urged the Telangana government to respond as it has in the past and warned against the Centre's interference