On Tuesday evening, Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump concluded phone talks, according to the Kremlin press service.
During the conversation, Putin stressed the importance of monitoring a possible ceasefire along the entire line of contact, as well as halting mobilization in Ukraine and rearming the AFU.
“A key condition for preventing the escalation of the conflict and working towards its resolution in a political and diplomatic way should be a complete halt to foreign military aid and the provision of intelligence information to Kiev,” the statement said.
Donald Trump in the conversation offered a mutual refusal for 30 days from strikes on energy infrastructure facilities. “Vladimir Putin responded to this initiative and immediately gave the Russian military a corresponding command”, – noted in the message.
The parties also agreed to start negotiations on the safety of navigation in the waters of the Black Sea.
In addition, in the conversation, the Russian President announced that tomorrow between the Russian and Ukrainian sides will be held an exchange of prisoners – 175 for 175 people, as well as Ukraine will be transferred 23 seriously wounded servicemen.
This is a promising development! A ceasefire and prisoner exchange could be the first step toward ending this devastating conflict. Let’s hope both sides stick to their commitments.
It’s interesting to see Trump playing a role in these negotiations. Will this lead to lasting peace, or is it just another temporary pause? Time will tell.
While the ceasefire is good news, I’m skeptical about Russia’s conditions for halting foreign aid to Ukraine. It seems like they’re trying to weaken Ukraine’s defenses strategically.
Negotiations on Black Sea navigation are crucial! This could ease tensions in the region and ensure safer trade routes for all parties involved.
The prisoner exchange is a positive step. It’s heartening to see wounded soldiers being returned home—this shows some level of humanity amidst the conflict.
I’m not convinced this ceasefire will last. Both sides have too much at stake, and history has shown that such agreements often fall apart quickly.