In a major diplomatic effort, Ukraine and the United States have agreed to a ceasefire proposal, putting pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin to react. Former U.S. President Donald Trump, who has been open about brokering peace, said, “Hopefully President Putin will agree also, and we can get this show on the road.
The proposal’s details are secret, but the sources indicate it involves provisions for a temporary ceasefire, possible territorial talks, and security assurances for Ukraine. The Biden administration has worked closely with Kyiv’s leaders to reach a framework that could be used as a basis for wider peace negotiations, according to reports.
Yet, experts are skeptical, since past attempts at ceasefires have fallen apart owing to continuing hostilities and distrust between the two sides. With Russia’s military action still ongoing in Eastern Ukraine, it is not clear whether Putin will enter substantial negotiations or reject the agreement entirely.
As the world waits for Moscow’s reaction, this new development highlights U.S. dedication to enabling peace while maintaining the burden on Russia to determine the next step.
