Overview

• The United States has reinstated military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine after a week-long suspension intended to pressure Kyiv into peace negotiations with Russia.
• Senior U.S. and Ukrainian officials are meeting in Saudi Arabia to explore options for ending Russia's three-year invasion, with discussions focusing on a potential ceasefire and security guarantees.
• Ukraine proposed a 30-day ceasefire covering the Black Sea and airspace, as well as the release of prisoners, to test Russia’s willingness to negotiate.
• Russia has advanced in the Kursk region, threatening Ukraine’s bargaining power, while Ukrainian forces launched their largest drone attack of the war, targeting Moscow and other regions.
• The talks also include discussions on a rare earth minerals deal between the U.S. and Ukraine, which could bolster U.S. interest in Ukraine and act as a deterrent to future Russian aggression.