President Vladimir Putin has indicated that Russia is open to proposals for ceasing military actions, provided that such an agreement facilitates a sustainable peace and addresses the root causes of the Ukrainian crisis. During a press conference following talks with Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, Putin emphasized that any cessation of hostilities must contribute to long-term stability. Meanwhile, negotiations in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, between delegations from the United States and Ukraine resulted in a joint statement confirming Ukraine’s readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire, contingent upon the U.S. resuming the provision of intelligence data and military aid to Kyiv without delay. This initiative underlines a critical moment in diplomatic efforts to resolve ongoing tensions, highlighting the balancing act between military strategy and peace negotiations.
