Trump and Putin Agree to Limited Ukraine Ceasefire as Peace Talks Begin

The 30-day truce on energy infrastructure strikes marks a tentative step forward, but Russia's conditions and the exclusion of Ukraine and Europe raise concerns.

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin reached an agreement for a 30-day ceasefire limited to strikes on energy infrastructure in Ukraine, effective immediately.
The ceasefire includes an exchange of 175 prisoners of war from each side, scheduled for March 19, 2025.
Russia has set conditions for broader peace talks, including the cessation of Western military aid to Ukraine and the end of Ukraine's military mobilization.
Negotiations for a broader peace agreement will begin in the Middle East, with the exclusion of Ukraine and European nations from initial discussions raising concerns over the legitimacy of the process.
European leaders and Ukraine have expressed skepticism about the talks, emphasizing the need for a verifiable ceasefire and Ukrainian participation in peace negotiations.