Overview

• Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed willingness for direct bilateral talks with Ukraine to extend a moratorium on attacks on specific targets.
• Putin acknowledged recent Russian strikes on civilian sites, including a deadly attack in Sumy, while accusing Ukraine of nearly 5,000 ceasefire violations.
• Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reaffirmed Kyiv's readiness to pursue an unconditional ceasefire and a durable peace agreement.
• U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to address Ukraine mediation efforts within the next three days and expressed hope for a rapid deal between Russia and Ukraine.
• Envoys from the U.S., Ukraine, Britain, and France are set to meet in London on Wednesday to discuss pathways to ending the conflict.