Trump Secures Partial Ceasefire in Ukraine Conflict After Putin Call
Russia agrees to halt strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, but broader peace efforts face significant hurdles as Kyiv rejects Moscow's demands.
- Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to pause attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure following a lengthy call with U.S. President Donald Trump, marking a limited step toward de-escalation.
- Ukraine remains skeptical of Russia's intentions, citing continued drone and missile strikes on civilian targets shortly after the ceasefire announcement.
- Putin rejected a U.S.-proposed 30-day ceasefire, instead demanding that Ukraine halt Western military aid and mobilization, conditions Kyiv has firmly opposed.
- The agreement includes plans for technical negotiations on a maritime ceasefire in the Black Sea, with talks set to begin in Saudi Arabia next week.
- Russia and Ukraine conducted a prisoner exchange involving 175 detainees on each side, alongside the release of 23 wounded Ukrainian soldiers.


























































































































































































































































































