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Trump announces three-day Russia–Ukraine ceasefire and prisoner swap deal

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Trump announces three-day Russia–Ukraine ceasefire and prisoner swap deal

Earlier, Russian President Vladimir Putin had announced a separate ceasefire covering 8–9 May ahead of Victory Day celebrations on Saturday. Ukraine, however, had pushed for a longer and indefinite ceasefire beginning 6 May, which was not accepted.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 9 May 2026

Six killed in Kyiv as gunman opens fire and takes hostages

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Six killed in Kyiv as gunman opens fire and takes hostages

The incident happened in the southern Holosiivskyi district. Ukraine's Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko said the man, who lived locally, began shooting at people on the street and then took others hostage in a nearby supermarket.

By Samuel Otieno 19 Apr 2026

Ghana confirms 55 citizens killed in Ukraine war, two remain detained

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Ghana confirms 55 citizens killed in Ukraine war, two remain detained

The confirmed death toll of 55 Ghanaians is the highest from any African nation involved in the conflict. While local reports in Cameroon suggest 94 of its citizens have died, official authorities have not verified those numbers. In addition, two South Africans and at least one Kenyan are reported to have died in the fighting.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 28 Feb 2026