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Trump claims he ended nine wars and wants Russia Ukraine conflict to become the tenth
International
Published on 14 May 2026
He says he “settled” nine wars already—then points to Ukraine
US President Donald Trump said he has “settled” nine wars and hopes the Russia-Ukraine conflict can become the next one he resolves. Speaking to reporters, he urged ending the war and suggested a possible extension of a three-day ceasefire he announced for May 9–11. Trump said the pause covers “all kinetic activity” and includes a prisoner exchange of 1,000 detainees from each side. He also made a disputed claim that 25,000 young soldiers die monthly.
- Trump says he “settled eight wars” and “actually nine” already
- He called Russia-Ukraine the likely “tenth” war to end
- Ceasefire announced for May 9 to 11, local time
- Includes suspension of “all kinetic activity” between both sides
- Prisoner exchange planned: 1,000 prisoners from each country
- Trump cited 25,000 soldier deaths monthly without evidence
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