A U.S.-brokered ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine expired on Monday, with both sides accusing each other of violating the 72-hour arrangement. The truce, which began on May 8, 2026, was intended to allow for humanitarian evacuations and aid deliveries in contested areas.
Ukrainian officials reported that Russian forces continued shelling positions in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions, while Russian authorities claimed Ukrainian troops launched attacks near the front lines. No independent verification of the claims was immediately available.
American and European officials are now considering next steps to de-escalate the conflict. The ceasefire's collapse underscores the fragility of diplomatic efforts to end the war, which has been ongoing since February 2022.
