Afghanistan, May 9 -- U.S. President Donald Trump said a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine could be extended, adding that he wants the war to end.

U.S. President Donald Trump said a temporary ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine could be extended, as Washington continues diplomatic contacts aimed at reducing the fighting.

Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said he hoped the ceasefire would last longer and repeated his call for an end to the war.

Russia announced a three-day ceasefire from May 8 to May 10 following an order by President Vladimir Putin marking the Soviet victory in World War Two.

Russian officials said their forces halted military operations from midnight on May 8, but accused Ukraine of continuing attacks...