Washington, D.C., [USA], March 12 (ANI): U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed his approval of Ukraine’s agreement to the ceasefire following negotiations in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and he remains optimistic that Russia will follow suit.
Trump stated that soldiers from both Russia and Ukraine are losing their lives in this “terrible war,” emphasizing that achieving a truce is “highly crucial.”
On Tuesday (in local time), Trump addressed journalists stating, “Just moments ago, Ukraine has accepted a ceasefire agreement. Next up, we’ll head to Russia and cross our fingers for an approval from President Putin too. Once he agrees, we should be able to move forward. It’s crucial that we end this terrible conflict. The casualties reported aren’t only U.S. troops; they’re mainly Ukrainians and Russians. However, innocent civilians are losing their lives as well—people are dying within city limits due to explosions all around them. Our aim is to conclude this warfare.”
“I believe this development is quite significant. There’s a considerable contrast compared to your previous visit to the Oval Office. The proposal calls for an absolute cessation of hostilities; Ukraine has accepted this condition, and we hope Russia will also concur. Later today and tomorrow, we plan to engage with them and aim to finalize such an agreement. However, ensuring a truce is crucial. It would be excellent if we could persuade Russia to comply. Otherwise, without resolution, more lives will sadly continue to be lost,” he concluded.
Following Ukraine’s willingness to embrace the U.S. suggestion for a prompt “temporary 30-day truce” that could be prolonged through joint consent between involved parties, Trump made his comments. It should also be noted that this proposed cessation of hostilities hinges upon Russia’s approval and simultaneous enforcement.
The United States will promptly reinstate suspended intelligence sharing and restart security aid to Ukraine.
“The U.S. will inform Russia that mutual cooperation is essential for establishing peace. Consequently, the U.S. will promptly reinstate paused intelligence sharing and restart security aid to Ukraine,” stated the joint declaration issued after the United States-Ukraine meeting in Jeddah.
In the course of the meeting, representatives from both countries addressed the significance of humanitarian aid initiatives within the framework of the peace talks, notably throughout the stated truce period. This included topics such as swapping Prisoners of War, freeing civilians who were being held, and repatriating Ukrainian minors who had been moved forcefully.
The two groups concurred on designating their negotiation teams and promptly initiating talks aimed at establishing a lasting peace that ensures Ukraine’s future safety. The United States pledged to discuss these particular suggestions with Russian delegates. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian team emphasized that European allies should participate in the peace discussions.
Ukrainian and U.S. delegates commended the “courage displayed by the Ukrainian populace” in protecting their country and concurred that “it is now essential to initiate a procedure leading to enduring peace.”
The Ukrainian representatives likewise expressed the deep appreciation of the Ukrainian people towards President Trump, the US Congress, and the American citizens for facilitating significant strides toward achieving peace.
The leaders of the two countries concurred on finalizing an extensive pact aimed at advancing Ukraine’s crucial mineral resources swiftly. This initiative seeks to boost Ukraine’s economic growth and ensure its sustained prosperity and stability, according to the joint declaration.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio praised Trump’s guidance for Ukraine’s choice to accept a ceasefire, stating that the next move lies with Russia.
“Today marked a positive development towards peace. Under President Biden’s guidance and with the generous hospitality of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, we have advanced one step nearer to achieving lasting stability for Ukraine. Now, the responsibility lies with Russia,” said Rubio.
The Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, indicated Kyiv’s readiness to embrace the proposition and referred to it as a “constructive move.” He mentioned that the truce would commence instantly should Moscow consent to it.
On X, Zelenskyy posted, “Our delegation provided me with a report about their discussions with the U.S. team in Saudi Arabia. These talks went on for much of the day and proved fruitful and productive—allowing both sides to delve into numerous critical points. We remain steadfast in our stance: since the outset of this conflict, Ukraine has consistently sought peace, and we aim to take every measure necessary to secure it swiftly and thoroughly—to ensure that hostilities never resume.”
During this meeting with the Americans, Ukraine presented three main ideas: ceasing hostilities in the air—halting missile launches, bombings, and long-range drone assaults; an end to actions at sea; and genuine steps toward building trust amid continuing diplomatic efforts. These mainly involve releasing POWs and detainees from both military and civilian sectors as well as repatriating Ukrainian children who have been forcibly relocated to Russia. The U.S. team grasps our viewpoints and deems our suggestions reasonable. I expressed my gratitude to President Trump for the productive dialogue between our respective groups, he further noted.
Last week, Trump mentioned that he had been sent a letter by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. In this correspondence, Zelenskyy conveyed Ukraine’s eagerness to engage at the negotiation table with the aim of advancing enduring peace. According to Trump, Zelenskyy also indicated Ukraine’s intention to endorse an accord concerning minerals and security.
During a joint address to Congress, Trump expressed appreciation for the letter he received from Zelenskyy. He mentioned that his administration held intense talks with Russia and obtained clear indications that Moscow is prepared for a peaceful resolution. (ANI)
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