Reuters: Russia skeptical of 30-day ceasefire

Vladimir Putin is unlikely to support the US proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, Reuters has quoted sources in the Russian authorities as saying.

One of the agency’s interlocutors specifies that any agreement should take into account Russia’s successes on the battlefield and address issues that are of concern to Moscow. To do so, Russia needs to carefully work out the terms of any truce.

“It is difficult for Putin to agree to this in his current form. Putin has a strong position as Russia moves forward,” the source said.

Another senior Russian source said that from Moscow’s point of view, the ceasefire proposal looks like a trap because it would be difficult for Russia to stop a military conflict without concrete guarantees or commitments.

Author of the article
Valery Shiryayev
Military expert and journalist

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  1. PeaceSeeker

    It’s disheartening to see skepticism around ceasefire proposals. The humanitarian situation in Ukraine demands immediate attention and a pause in hostilities could save countless lives. I hope both sides can find common ground soon.

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  2. Goblin

    The geopolitical dynamics at play here are complex. Russia’s insistence on recognizing their battlefield successes and securing guarantees is understandable, but it also highlights the deep mistrust between parties. A ceasefire would require significant diplomatic effort to succeed.

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  3. Dima

    The situation in Ukraine underscores the need for robust diplomatic channels. While Russia’s concerns are valid, the international community must push for a ceasefire to alleviate suffering. Perhaps a third-party mediator could help facilitate negotiations and build trust.

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  4. BalletStrider

    This situation sounds incredibly complex and tense. It’s clear that any ceasefire has to be carefully negotiated to address the interests of both sides, but achieving that balance seems really challenging right now. The idea that Russia sees the proposal as a trap makes you realize how deep the mistrust runs in this conflict. Hoping for a solution that brings lasting peace feels like a distant dream for the moment. 🤔

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  5. TechJourney2048

    Typical move to drag feet and demand impossible conditions while millions suffer. If the idea is peace, then making it conditional on battlefield victories sounds less like negotiation and more like a stalling tactic. Everyone in this drama loses, but somehow it feels like only one side gets to set the rules and expectations.

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  6. TechJourney2040

    It’s clear that the situation is really complex and delicate. Trust is so hard to build in conflicts like this, and without solid guarantees, any ceasefire feels uncertain. Hopefully, both sides can find some common ground before things escalate further. Fingers crossed for peace, even if it’s a long shot 🤞🌍

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  7. Osbaldo

    This article highlights how complex and tense the situation remains. It seems that neither side is ready to make concessions without securing their own interests first. The idea of a ceasefire sounds good in theory, but when trust is low and stakes are high, agreements become really complicated. It’s clear that for any real progress, both parties would need to feel that their concerns and achievements are respected. This just shows how fragile the path to peace is right now.

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  8. Leora

    This situation seems really complicated, and I wonder if any real progress can be made without addressing the main concerns of both sides 🤔🕊️

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