Trump and Putin to Discuss Potential Ceasefire in Russia-Ukraine War

The U.S. pushes for a 30-day ceasefire as talks narrow differences between Russia and Ukraine after years of conflict.

U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are expected to hold a call this week to discuss a ceasefire in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
Special Envoy Steve Witkoff described his recent hours-long meeting with Putin as 'positive' and focused on solutions to end the three-year conflict.
The U.S. is advocating for a 30-day ceasefire, which Ukraine has already accepted, while Russia continues its military push in the Kursk region.
The Trump administration has increased economic pressure on Russia, including allowing a key energy transaction license to expire and considering new sanctions on Russian oil companies.
Challenges remain in finalizing a peace deal, with U.S. officials emphasizing that concessions from both Russia and Ukraine will likely be necessary for a long-term resolution.