Russian President Vladimir Putin announced Monday a three-day cease-fire in its war with Ukraine is set to take place in May, but Ukrainian officials question its timing and validity.

The Trump administration is urging Russia and Ukraine to finalize a deal this week, calling on both sides to "finish it off" or the U.S. may walk away from mediating peace.

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