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Trump and Putin to Discuss Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire as Talks Advance

The U.S. pushes for a 30-day truce while European nations plan future security measures for Ukraine.

  • President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are expected to hold a call this week to discuss a potential 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, as brokered by U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff.
  • Ukraine has agreed to the U.S.-proposed ceasefire, but Russia has yet to finalize its position, citing unresolved details about the terms.
  • European nations, led by France and the UK, are advancing plans for a multinational peacekeeping force to support Ukraine’s security after a ceasefire, with contributions from NATO and non-NATO countries under discussion.
  • Estonia and Finland stress the need for Europe to take greater responsibility for Ukraine's defense, as concerns grow over Russia’s military buildup near the Ukrainian border.
  • French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized that any deployment of peacekeeping troops in Ukraine would not require Russia's approval, reinforcing Ukraine’s sovereignty in the decision-making process.
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