Overview

• France and the UK have proposed a one-month truce in Ukraine, targeting air, sea, and energy infrastructure, but no agreement has been reached yet.
• US officials have increased pressure on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, suggesting he may need to step down if he cannot align with their peace goals.
• Zelensky has expressed willingness to sign a minerals agreement with the US, provided Ukraine's security concerns are addressed.
• European leaders, meeting in London, emphasized the need for unity and increased defense spending to ensure Ukraine's security and resist Russian aggression.
• The Pentagon has paused cyber operations against Russia as part of broader efforts to encourage negotiations.