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Exploring a 30-day truce proposal for Ukraine, supported by the Trump Administration, under review by Russia.
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The Great Ceasefire Proposal 🗝️
The Kremlin has taken a closer look at a ceasefire proposition mediated by the U.S., which Ukraine endorsed on Tuesday. As the U.S. hinted that Moscow now holds the decision-making power, Secretary of State Marco Rubio hinted they'd present this offer to the Russians, leaving the ball in their court.
The nitty-gritty of the deal 📄
The ceasefire can be prolonged if both Ukraine and Russia agree to additional terms, according to a joint statement issued by Washington and Kyiv officials following a meeting in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The U.S. is ready to restart intelligence sharing and security assistance for Ukraine immediately, as stated in the document, about a week after the White House halted intelligence primarily targeting Russian territory.
Gauging Kremlin's Take 🎯
Although Russia hasn't formally accepted the offer, the Kremlin's spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, has stated they meticulously scrutinize statements made following the negotiations and are examining the text of the Jeddah joint statement. Peskov confirmed the U.S. may provide more detailed information about the Jeddah talks through multiple channels, and they will wait for this information before making any decisions.
A Phone Call With Trump? 📞
When asked whether Russian President Vladimir Putin would consider discussing the proposal with Trump directly, Peskov indicated that such a conversation would indeed be possible, saying, "We don't rule out the need for a call at the highest level, and, if necessary, it will be organized quickly."
Unknown Factors 🔍
The specifics of the ceasefire, as well as the potential concessions each side may need to make, remain unclear. Zelenskyy has emphasized that Ukraine must adopt a strong stance within a peace agreement and secure lasting security guarantees.
Warning from the Past ⌛️
Former U.S. National Security Advisor John Bolton raised concerns about the proposed ceasefire, suggesting it could lead to Russia's aggression being justified and potentially establish a new Russian-Ukrainian border. With eastern Ukrainian cities such as Melitipol, Mariupol, Donetsk, Bakhmut, and Luhansk under Russia's control, according to BBC, a smaller offensive has also taken shape in northern Ukraine.
Relationship Woes 💔
Previously, relations between the Trump administration and Zelenskyy had been strained. Trump had attempted to broker a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia since last month, holding talks with Russia without Ukrainian delegates present. Zelenskyy insisted Ukraine would not accept a peace deal created without its participation, as well as alleging that Trump had been swayed by Russian propaganda, referring to him as an "autocratic ruler" who has mismanaged Russia's invasion. Tensions have recently eased slightly, with Zelenskyy expressing his desire to "rectify things" after the U.S. suspended support for Ukraine and Trump maintaining optimism regarding the possibility of a peace deal.
Dig Deeper 🕵️♂️
- Ukraine Seeks to Make Amends as U.S. Halts Assistance (Forbes)
- Zelenskyy Stands His Ground in First Interview Post-Confrontation: "Not Sure We Did Anything Wrong" (Forbes)
- Trump, Zelenskyy, and Vance Square Off in Scathing Oval Office Clash—Here's What They Said (Forbes)
- In response to the ceasefire proposal between Ukraine and Russia, Forbes reports that Ukraine is looking to mend fences with the U.S. following the halting of assistance.
- The ceasefire remains uncertain as Zelenskyy emphasizes Ukraine's need for a firm stance in any peace agreement and lasting security guarantees, while the Kremlin's spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, awaits more detailed information about the Jeddah talks.
- Meanwhile, the possibility of a phone call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump to discuss the ceasefire proposal is under consideration, according to Dmitry Peskov, while former U.S. National Security Advisor John Bolton has expressed concerns about the proposed ceasefire potentially justifying Russia's aggression and establishing a new Russian-Ukrainian border.
