Ukraine Proposes Temporary Ceasefire with Russia

A new diplomatic effort to end the ongoing conflict.

Posted 2 days ago

Quick Overview of the Temporary Ceasefire Agreement

Ceasefire Announcement: Ukraine and U.S. propose a temporary ceasefire with Russia.
Key Players: President Donald Trump, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Conditions: Russia's agreement is crucial for the ceasefire to take effect.
Next Steps: Continued diplomacy and proposed negotiations on a minerals agreement.

Details of the Agreement

Ukraine and the United States have proposed a temporary ceasefire with Russia. This was announced on Tuesday during negotiations in Saudi Arabia.

President Trump expressed hope for President Putin's agreement to the ceasefire during discussions with reporters. "The goal is to negotiate out of this war. There is no military solution," he stated.

Statements from Leaders

Leader	Statement
Volodymyr Zelenskyy	"Ukraine is ready to accept this proposal as a positive step."
Marco Rubio	"The offer is to stop the shooting. That’s what the president has wanted to see."
Mike Waltz	"The shuttle diplomacy continues."

Details of the Ceasefire Proposal

Zelenskyy publicly proposed a ceasefire that includes halting air and sea operations, ending attacks against energy infrastructure, and ensuring the release of prisoners. During the talks, the U.S. proposed a 30-day ceasefire, which could be extended if both parties agree.

The joint statement read, "Ukraine expressed readiness to accept the US proposal to enact an immediate ceasefire, subject to acceptance by Russia."

Minerals Agreement and Economic Ties

In addition to the ceasefire discussions, negotiations regarding a minerals agreement were underway. This agreement aims to provide the U.S. access to future investments in Ukraine's rare earth minerals.

"Our presidents have instructed their respective governments to finalize this agreement," Rubio stated after the summit. The minerals deal is seen as critical to strengthening U.S.-Ukraine relations.