Russia Pushes Back on U.S.-Brokered Ukraine Ceasefire Proposal

Moscow expresses skepticism over a 30-day truce, citing concerns about Ukrainian regrouping, as U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff arrives for talks.

Ukraine has agreed to a U.S.-proposed 30-day ceasefire, but Russia has expressed doubts, claiming it would allow Kyiv to regroup militarily.
Russian officials have reportedly presented a list of demands, including Ukraine's NATO exclusion, recognition of annexed territories, and the absence of foreign troops in Ukraine.
President Vladimir Putin visited Russian forces in the Kursk region, signaling military priorities as Moscow claims to have recaptured the key town of Sudzha from Ukrainian control.
U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff is in Moscow for discussions, with Russian officials suggesting progress may hinge on addressing their 'long-term' security concerns.
Ukraine conducted drone strikes on a Russian drone manufacturing site in Kaluga while receiving new military aid from Finland, highlighting ongoing hostilities despite diplomatic efforts.