Trump: U.S. representatives heading to Russia for Ukraine ceasefire talks
US President Donald Trump has said that representatives of the United States are heading to Russia “right now” to discuss the possibility of a ceasefire in Ukraine.
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12 March 2025
Deputy Head of PO: Ukraine, U.S. to adjust stance if Russia rejects ceasefire
Ukraine and the United States are working together to develop tactics and strategies for a peaceful settlement. If the Russian Federation refuses to sign a ceasefire, the parties will change their common position.
Zhovkva outlines three truce aspects discussed in Jeddah
The possible 30-day ceasefire provides for the cessation of shelling at sea and on land, as well as in the air, including long-range missiles and drones.
U.S. sees no issues with monitoring ceasefire in Ukraine – Rubio
If a ceasefire is established in the Russia-Ukraine war with the consent of both sides, monitoring compliance would not be difficult.
Ukraine never to recognize occupied territories as Russian – Zelensky
Ukraine will never recognize occupied territories as Russian.
If Russia rejects ceasefire, we count on strong U.S. actions – Zelensky
If Russia refuses the proposals developed during the meeting between Ukrainian and American delegations in Jeddah, the United States is expected to take strong measures against it.
After Jeddah talks, Russia must prove willingness for peace
Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Ihor Zhovkva stated that a potential refusal by Russia to agree to a 30-day ceasefire would not mean the failure of negotiations.
Why Jeddah truce set for 30 days – Ukraine’s explanation
If Russia agrees to the ceasefire, a 30-day "test period" will demonstrate whether Russia is ready for peace.
European Parliament marks third anniversary of war with resolution supporting Ukraine
The European Parliament during its plenary session in Strasbourg on Wednesday adopted a resolution declaring unwavering support for Ukraine after three years of Russia's full-scale invasion.
Kremlin responds to Ukraine-U.S. talks in Saudi Arabia
The Kremlin has stated that it is awaiting details from the U.S. side regarding negotiations between the United States and Ukraine in Saudi Arabia.
Starmer welcomes agreement in Jeddah: Next steps will be discussed in London on Saturday
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has welcomed the outcome of negotiations in Saudi Arabia, calling on Russia to agree to a ceasefire and announcing that the next steps will be discussed at a leaders' summit on Saturday, March 15.
Sybiha: Jeddah talks were almost historic
Ukraine advocates for a just and comprehensive peace that guarantees security across Europe, rejecting any Minsk-3 or Yalta-2 agreements.
Russia skeptical of 30-day ceasefire idea – Reuters
Russian authorities have reacted cautiously to the U.S. proposal for a 30-day ceasefire, which has been backed by Kyiv, stating that any agreement would have to take Russian battlefield advances into account and address Moscow's concerns.
US intel chief confirms end of pause in intelligence sharing with Ukraine
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has confirmed that the pause in intelligence sharing with Ukraine has ended.
Sybiha and Sikorski meet in Warsaw
Foreign Ministers of Ukraine and Poland Andriy Sybiha and Radoslaw Sikorski began a meeting in Warsaw after peace talks in Saudi Arabia.
EU welcomes joint statement by Ukraine and U.S. following Jeddah talks
The European Union welcomes the joint statement by Ukraine and the United States following talks in Saudi Arabia and expresses its readiness to fully participate alongside its partners in supporting upcoming steps toward achieving a comprehensive, just, and lasting peace.
Meloni welcomes resumption of U.S. aid to Ukraine
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has welcomed the outcome of negotiations between Ukraine and the United States, particularly the proposed 30-day ceasefire and the resumption of American aid to Ukraine.
Kallas at UN Security Council: We should all stand by Ukraine
EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas has called on all UN member states to support Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression.
11 March 2025
Yermak says all issues related to ending war were discussed at Jeddah meeting
During their meeting in Saudi Arabia, the Ukrainian and U.S. delegations discussed all issues related to the process of ending the war, according to Andriy Yermak, head of Ukraine's Presidential Office.
Trump invites Zelensky back to White House
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that he has invited Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to meet again at the White House.
Von der Leyen welcomes Jeddah agreements: EU ready to join future peace talks
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has welcomed the positive outcome of negotiations between U.S. and Ukrainian delegations in Saudi Arabia and stated that the EU is prepared to participate in future peace talks.
Trump hopes Putin will agree to ceasefire
U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed hope that Russian leader Vladimir Putin will agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine, as outlined in the recent U.S.-Ukraine negotiations in Jeddah.
Rubio expects U.S.-Ukraine minerals deal will be finalized
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S.-Ukraine minerals deal was not the subject of negotiations in Jeddah on Tuesday, but said he anticipated it being finalized.
Sybiha: 30-day ceasefire is not a frozen conflict
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has said that a 30-day ceasefire that Ukraine has agreed to is not a frozen conflict.
Zelensky on Jeddah meeting: U.S. understands Ukraine's arguments
The United States understands Ukraine's arguments on the ceasefire issue, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
White House calls meeting with Ukrainian delegation in Jeddah 'positive' and 'productive'
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has described the meeting between U.S. and Ukrainian delegations in Jeddah as "positive" and "productive."
Ukraine ready to accept U.S. proposal for immediate 30-day ceasefire – Presidential Office
Ukraine's Presidential Office has released a joint statement following a meeting between Ukrainian and U.S. delegations in Jeddah.
Sybiha to visit Warsaw tomorrow to brief Sikorski on Jeddah talks
On Wednesday, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha will be in Warsaw to inform his Polish counterpart Radoslaw Sikorski about the progress of the talks in Jeddah.
Ukraine's MFA explains why EU has yet to sanction Russia's 'shadow fleet'
The coalition of Ukraine's partner countries is currently working on synchronizing sanctions packages against Russia's "shadow fleet," according to Kira Spyrydonova, Director of the Economic Diplomacy Department at Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA).
Dutch defense minister: Our actions in coming weeks will shape next five to ten years
Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans has stated that Ukraine should not agree to any deal that could lead to another war in the future. He also emphasized that the actions taken in the coming days and weeks will be crucial in shaping the next five to ten years.