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Trump and Putin Announce Limited Ceasefire in Ukraine as Energy Strikes Halt

Trump and Putin Announce Limited Ceasefire in Ukraine as Energy Strikes Halt

U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin reach an agreement to suspend attacks on energy infrastructure amidst ongoing negotiations for a broader peace settlement.
In a significant diplomatic development, Russia has consented to a limited ceasefire regarding energy and infrastructure strikes in Ukraine.

This agreement was confirmed following a phone call between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

The White House has indicated that both leaders are committed to starting technical negotiations aimed at formalizing a maritime ceasefire in the Black Sea and, ultimately, establishing a full ceasefire and permanent peace.

The agreement stipulates a temporary halt to attacks on energy infrastructure, a move that if upheld, could represent a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict, which has seen significant military action since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed support for the initiative, emphasizing Ukraine's willingness to collaborate on measures that would contribute to a stable peace.

During a press briefing following the Trump-Putin call, Zelenskyy reiterated that Ukraine has proposed a ceasefire on energy infrastructure as a means to bolster peace efforts, and he has maintained hope that military assistance from Kyiv's international partners will continue despite Russia's demands for an end to foreign military and intelligence support.

The phone conversation, which reportedly lasted two and a half hours, allowed both leaders to address various conditions they believe must be resolved to foster a lasting agreement.

While Putin agreed to suspend attacks on Ukrainian energy assets, he did not commit to a comprehensive month-long ceasefire, citing concerns over the potential for Ukraine to enhance its military capabilities with continued Western support.

Crucially, Putin has specified several conditions for a sustainable peace deal, including a cessation of military aid from Western countries and the requirement that Ukraine halt its mobilization efforts.

The Kremlin has positioned these demands as essential for achieving a political and diplomatic resolution to the conflict.

In the wake of this announcement, European leaders have provided mixed reactions.

The German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and French President Emmanuel Macron acknowledged the agreement as a positive step, while clarifying that no settlement should occur without Ukraine’s involvement.

They echoed sentiments from Downing Street, which highlighted the necessity for a just and lasting peace process.

In another development, Germany’s parliament approved a landmark spending plan aimed at bolstering its military capabilities and enhancing infrastructure amid fears of ongoing aggression linked to the conflict.

This €500 billion initiative, framed as a necessary response to what they term 'Putin's war of aggression against Europe', is intended to enhance Germany's preparedness and fortify national and European security.

As the international community awaits further developments, the implications of the Trump-Putin discussions continue to unfold, with heightened scrutiny on every subsequent action taken by Russia and Ukraine, as well as the broader implications for global geopolitical stability.
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