Putin Agrees to Ceasefire in Ukraine Conflict
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated on Thursday that he concurs in principle with a US suggestion of a 30-day truce in Ukraine. However, he noted that the specifics still require negotiation. He also stressed that this ceasefire must serve as a foundation for enduring peace. So the concept is valid, and we fully endorse it," Putin stated at a press briefing in Moscow. "However, there are matters that require discussion, and I believe these discussions should involve our American counterparts and collaborators. He emphasized the importance of establishing a system to monitor potential violations of the truce. Additionally, he raised the question of whether Ukraine might utilize the 30-day cease-fire period for further mobilization and rearming efforts. “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 said. Putin stated th...