**Ukraine and US Agree on 30-Day Ceasefire**
The US and Ukraine have agreed on a temporary ceasefire plan. The deal includes a 30-day pause in fighting, which can be extended by mutual agreement. Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said this is not a “frozen conflict” but the start of a path towards peace.
**Kyiv Accepts US Proposal**
Ukraine agreed to the proposed truce after talks with the US in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The deal includes key military and intelligence support for Ukraine from Washington. This marks a surprise turnaround for Kyiv, which had previously warned about the dangers of a temporary pause in fighting.
**US to Engage Russia**
US President Donald Trump said his country will engage with Russian President Vladimir Putin this week to discuss the ceasefire plan. Trump also mentioned that Moscow’s agreement to the proposal would be a big step towards peace.
**Russia Reacts**
Russian nationalist voices and pro-war bloggers have already spoken out against the US-backed proposal. The Kremlin has said they expect information from Washington on the progress of Ukraine-US negotiations.
**International Reaction**
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen welcomed the results of Ukraine’s talks with the US in Jeddah. France will not accept any demilitarization of the Ukrainian army, French Defense Minister Sebastien Lecornu said.
