Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the President of Ukraine, has expressed his willingness to accept a ceasefire deal after discussions with U.S. officials in Saudi Arabia. This comes as the United States has announced that it will resume sharing military intelligence and aid with Ukraine, which had been paused earlier.
In a message on Telegram, Zelenskyy stated that the U.S. understands Ukraine’s position and has accepted its proposals. He confirmed that Ukraine is ready to implement a full 30-day ceasefire with Russia, covering all areas of conflict, including the front lines and the Black Sea.
Zelenskyy thanked U.S. President Donald Trump for the constructive dialogue during their meetings. He highlighted the importance of the U.S. convincing Russia to agree to the ceasefire, emphasizing that the real progress depends on Russia’s response.
The U.S. State Department, following a lengthy nine-hour meeting in Jeddah, stated it would lift the pause on military aid and intelligence sharing. This shift is crucial for Ukraine as it seeks to strengthen its defense capabilities amid ongoing tensions with Russia.
Marco Rubio, the U.S. Secretary of State, remarked that the "ball is now in Russia’s court." He indicated that the U.S. would present the ceasefire proposal to Russia, making it clear that Ukraine is ready to cease hostilities and engage in dialogue.
While no specific deadline has been set for a response from Russia, Rubio expressed hope for a swift resolution. He noted that a positive gesture from Russia would be to accept Ukraine’s offer for peace.
Zelenskyy reiterated Ukraine’s readiness for peace, urging Russia to show its willingness to end the conflict. He expressed gratitude to all those supporting Ukraine in its efforts for peace.
In related news, Trump mentioned that U.S. officials would meet with Russian representatives soon. He expressed a desire to bring an end to the war in Ukraine and conveyed optimism about reaching a total ceasefire in the near future. However, he acknowledged that both sides must agree to move forward.
The events in Jeddah mark a significant step in diplomatic efforts to resolve the ongoing conflict, with hopes that both Ukraine and Russia can come to the table for meaningful discussions.