NewsNewsWar in UkraineRosenberg: What's Putin trying to achieve by calling a three-day ceasefire?Vladimir Putin calls a three-day ceasefire in May, coinciding with events marking the 80th anniversary of World War Two's end.18 hrs agoEuropePutin announces three-day Russian ceasefire in Ukraine from 8 MayUkraine calls for an "immediate" ceasefire of at least 30 days in response.20 hrs agoEuropeRussia claims it has regained full control of Kursk from UkraineUkraine denies Russian claims it has been forced out of the border region.2 days agoEuropeStarmer and Zelensky vow to 'maintain momentum' on Ukraine peace dealThe leaders discussed the 'positive progress' made towards an end to the war in a meeting after the Pope's funeral.3 days agoUKUkraine may have to temporarily give up land for peace, Kyiv Mayor Klitschko tells BBCVitali Klitschko tells the BBC that although unfair, it could be a temporary solution to end the fighting.4 days agoWorldPutin announces three-day Russian ceasefire in Ukraine from 8 MayUkraine calls for an "immediate" ceasefire of at least 30 days in response.20 hrs agoEuropeTrump questions Putin's desire for peace after meeting Zelensky at the VaticanThe US president says he fears the Russian leader is "tapping me along" given Moscow's strikes on Kyiv earlier this week.3 days agoWorldRussia detains suspect in car bomb attack that killed generalThe FSB say they detained a "Ukrainian special services agent". 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Kyiv has not commented on the attack.3 days agoEurope3 days agoStarmer and Zelensky vow to 'maintain momentum' on Ukraine peace dealThe leaders discussed the 'positive progress' made towards an end to the war in a meeting after the Pope's funeral.3 days agoUK...