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Ukraine Proposes 30-Day Ceasefire as Russia Weighs Conditions

The U.S.-backed truce aims to pause hostilities, but skepticism remains over Moscow's willingness to comply without concessions.

Putin's Move: The United States agreed on Tuesday to resume military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine after talks in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, pictured above, in which Kyiv said it would accept a U.S. proposal for a 30-day ceasefire. (Saul Loeb/Pool Photo via AP)
From left, US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Saudi Arabian Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Saudi National Security Advisor Mosaad bin Mohammad al-Aiban, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, and Ukrainian Head of Presidential Office Andriy Yermak hold a meeting in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Tuesday, March 11, 2025. (Saul Loeb/Pool Photo via AP)
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaking to the press during a refueling stop at Shannon Airport in Shannon, Ireland on March 12, 2025.
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Overview

  • Ukraine has accepted a U.S.-proposed 30-day ceasefire, resuming American military aid and intelligence sharing after recent suspensions.
  • Russian officials have yet to formally respond, signaling they are awaiting detailed proposals while emphasizing any agreement must align with Moscow's interests.
  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky views the ceasefire as a step toward broader peace talks, though doubts persist about Russia's adherence to such agreements.
  • Russia is advancing in Ukraine's Kursk region, with both sides using the contested territory as leverage in ongoing negotiations.
  • U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the ceasefire proposal puts the onus on Russia to demonstrate its willingness to pursue peace.