Overview

• Putin proposed a ceasefire to freeze the conflict along current military lines, refusing to cede Ukrainian territory controlled by Russia.
• The US insists on Ukrainian participation in discussions, rejecting any talks without Ukraine's involvement.
• Intermediaries' attempts to negotiate between the US and Russia have failed, with both sides remaining far apart.
• The White House denies any official contact or ceasefire proposal from Russia, attributing reports to a skewed Russian perspective.
• As the conflict enters its third year, the US continues to push for more aid for Ukraine amid congressional debates.