Ukraine Proposes 30-Day Ceasefire as Russia Weighs Conditions

The U.S.-backed truce aims to pause hostilities, but skepticism remains over Moscow's willingness to comply without concessions.

Ukraine has accepted a U.S.-proposed 30-day ceasefire, resuming American military aid and intelligence sharing after recent suspensions.
Russian officials have yet to formally respond, signaling they are awaiting detailed proposals while emphasizing any agreement must align with Moscow's interests.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky views the ceasefire as a step toward broader peace talks, though doubts persist about Russia's adherence to such agreements.
Russia is advancing in Ukraine's Kursk region, with both sides using the contested territory as leverage in ongoing negotiations.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the ceasefire proposal puts the onus on Russia to demonstrate its willingness to pursue peace.