Politics · 13 May 2026

The new Russian missile threatens hopes for peace

Hopes for a lasting peace in Ukraine have lessened after both countries accused each other of violating a recent truce. US President Donald Trump announced a three-day ceasefire from 9 to 11 May, including a swap of 1,000 prisoners. Russia also test-fired a new intercontinental ballistic missile, which President Putin called the "world's most powerful".

By BriefTea Editorial · 13 May 2026 at 9:11

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