U.S. and Ukraine Agree to 30-Day Ceasefire Proposal Amid Heightened Tensions with Russia
Ukraine agrees to a 30-day ceasefire in negotiations with the U.S., contingent upon Russia's acceptance, following significant military developments.
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For Moscow, this is a moment of truth and one which may require awkward compromises if it is serious about peace.
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The decision came more than a week after the US cut off crucial aid to Ukraine, including deliveries of military radars and ammunition, as well as information sharing, which put significant pressure on Ukraine to agree to a US-proposed deal.
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Trump is seeking to broker a peace deal that would see the warring sides put down their arms and enter into a negotiated settlement to the more than three-year conflict.
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It may also turn the tables on the Kremlin.
Ukraine hopes its ceasefire offer will turn the tables on Russia
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The outcome Tuesday marks a major reprieve for Ukraine after Trump and Vice President Vance accused Zelensky of being ungrateful for U.S. support and holding “no cards” in negotiations to end the war.
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The planned ceasefire would halt all hostilities, not just for missiles, drones and bombs, not just in the Black Sea, but along the entire front line.
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It will now be up to Special Middle East Envoy Steve Witkoff to make the case to Russia that it is in its best interests to come to the negotiating table, as Bloomberg reported Monday that he will soon head to Moscow for talks.
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Ukraine has been buoyed by the U.S. and other Western allies in its fight against Russia since Moscow launched a full-scale invasion in 2022, and the move to cut off aid left Kyiv at a disadvantage and European allies scrambling.
Ukraine willing to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia as U.S. lifts freeze on aid and intelligence
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Ukraine has expressed readiness to accept the U.S. proposal that would enact an immediate 30-day ceasefire with Russia, which can be extended by mutual agreement, and must be reciprocated by the Russians.
Ukraine agrees to US proposal for 30-day ceasefire
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Tuesday's announcements came as senior officials from Ukraine and the U.S. began talks in Saudi Arabia on ending Moscow's three-year war against Kyiv, just hours after Russia downed over 300 Ukrainian drones—Ukraine's largest attack since the Kremlin's full-scale invasion.
Ukraine accepts US-proposed 30-day ceasefire, awaits Russia's response
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Witkoff’s potential meeting with Putin comes as U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio led a delegation to Saudi Arabia for talks with Ukrainian officials about the war.
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The meeting in Jeddah offered an opportunity for Kyiv officials to repair Ukraine’s relationship with the Trump administration after an unprecedented argument erupted during Zelenskyy’s Feb. 28 visit to the White House.
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The assessment clashes with US President Donald Trump’s stated view that he believes Putin wants peace.
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This comes more than three years after Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
The U.S. will resume Ukraine military aid and intelligence, as Kyiv approves ceasefire
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Ukraine Agrees to Accept 30-Day Ceasefire; US Resumes Aid
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Summary
In a pivotal meeting in Jeddah, senior U.S. and Ukrainian officials agreed in principle to an immediate, 30-day ceasefire, contingent on Russia reciprocating. This agreement unblocks U.S. military aid and intelligence for Ukraine, marking a potential turning point in negotiations. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated the ball is now in Russia's court, as officials hinted at possible talks soon. The U.S. will restore military assistance immediately, totaling $4 billion, and both nations plan to form negotiating teams for a longer-lasting peace. This agreement may shift pressures within the Kremlin regarding its long-term war ambitions.
Perspectives
Both Ukraine and the U.S. have agreed on a 30-day ceasefire proposal to be presented to Russia, hoping it will lead to negotiations for a lasting peace.
The discussions in Jeddah included the resumption of U.S. military aid and intelligence sharing to Ukraine, aiming to bolster its defense amid ongoing conflict with Russia.
Ukraine seeks to negotiate a comprehensive plan for the development of its critical mineral resources as part of strengthening its economy and security.
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