(ProsperNews.net) – With global tensions rising, President Vladimir Putin now conditionally supports a U.S. proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, introducing a potential pause in an ongoing conflict.
At a Glance
- The US and Ukraine proposed a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, announced by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
- Putin agrees in principle with the ceasefire, but requires further terms and conditions.
- Concerns exist about Ukraine rearming during the ceasefire.
- Direct communication between Putin and Trump might be necessary for final decisions.
US Proposal and Russia’s Initial Response
The US proposal for a 30-day ceasefire was announced to the world by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, in an effort to halt hostilities and create a pathway to long-term peace. However, the Kremlin remains cautious with no confirmed response. Russian officials, including Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, continue to review the plan, while publicly, there are no specific comments from Moscow.
⚡️ BREAKING: Ukraine agrees to the U.S. proposal for an immediate 30-day ceasefire, conditional on Russia’s compliance, according to a statement on the president’s website.
The U.S. will also lift the pause on intel sharing and resume security aid to Ukraine.
— UNITED24 Media (@United24media) March 11, 2025
The Kremlin faces a dilemma. President Putin must weigh the potential benefits of a ceasefire for Russia, such as bolstering public opinion, against the risk that Ukraine could use the pause to strengthen its military capacities. Reducing arms supply to Ukraine during this time is one proposed condition to mitigate this risk.
Negotiation Dynamics
Negotiations involve more than just political discussions. US envoy Steve Witkoff might even travel to Moscow, as updates on these deliberations are anticipated from Kremlin authorities. “Let’s not get ahead of ourselves,” Dmitry Peskov emphasized, urging caution and thoughtful progression of talks.
Nevertheless, serious issues linger. Russian military successes on the front lines reinforce the opinion of Kremlin allies such as Sergei Markov, who advocates for rejecting or amending the ceasefire proposal. This, coupled with ongoing skepticism towards U.S. intelligence and weaponization directives for Ukraine, underscores the complex web of considerations influencing the negotiation process.
A great analysis by @Mylovanov of the key points emerging from discussions in Saudi Arabia on a US proposal for a 30 day ceasefire between #Ukraine and #Russia, pending negotiation of a lasting peace agreement.
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The Road Ahead
The decision’s weight rests heavily on Putin’s shoulders as he considers whether to pursue a direct dialogue with former President Donald Trump. Reports suggest that the resolution of the ceasefire might require a high-level conversation to address crucial sticking points such as territorial swaps and Ukraine’s NATO pursuits.
President Putin expressed thoughts on transitioning the ceasefire initiative to actionable plans, stating, “So the idea itself is correct, and we certainly support it,” while stressing the importance of terms clarification. As discourse prevails, the aspiration for enduring peace continues to drive mediation between Russia and Ukraine.
“We agree with the proposals to halt the fighting, but we proceed from the assumption that the ceasefire should lead to lasting peace and remove the root causes of the crisis,” – Putin.
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