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Russian summit with Putin and Trump in Alaska seen as 'personal victory' by Putin by Zelensky, as Kyiv expresses preparedness to negotiate an air ceasefire

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In a significant development, Ukraine has expressed its readiness to discuss an aerial ceasefire with Russia, following escalating Russian aerial assaults and renewed international diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the conflict.

The Ukrainian government's decision stems from the severe and escalating threat posed by Russia's massive drone and missile attacks, particularly targeting western regions where Western military aid is delivered. These attacks have resulted in civilian casualties and infrastructure damage, pushing Ukraine towards ceasefire discussions to ease the humanitarian toll.

Recent high-level meetings involving U.S. President Trump, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, Russian President Putin, and European leaders reflect renewed peace efforts. Ukraine has proposed summits and ceasefires, hoping to leverage talks for conflict resolution despite Russia’s reluctance.

The complexity of air domain in ceasefires is a significant factor. Modern warfare involves multiple domains, including air, where Russia uses long-range attacks as a coercive strategy. Therefore, Ukraine's readiness to discuss aerial ceasefires aligns with calls for ceasefire monitoring and enforcement across land, air, sea, cyber, and space domains to ensure a credible and stable peace agreement.

The UN Security Council and other international actors have urged immediate ceasefires in response to intensified air strikes, emphasizing renewed diplomacy to end hostilities and civilian suffering. Ukraine aims to advance negotiations towards a durable ceasefire that includes effective monitoring of aerial attacks, addressing Russia’s use of drones and missiles that cause significant civilian harm, while responding to the international community's push for diplomatic solutions.

Meanwhile, in a separate development, Estonia has decided to expel a Russian diplomat, following accusations by Estonia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Magnus Zakna, that the diplomat had undermined "the constitutional order and legal system of Estonia." The first secretary of the Russian embassy in Estonia has also been declared persona non grata.

In the United States, National Guard troops have arrived in Washington, D.C., following an order from President Donald Trump. However, no further information was provided about the reasons for the National Guard's arrival. Around 800 National Guard troops have been deployed to assist federal and local law enforcement in combating crime.

A bill allowing post-school support for children of military personnel, law enforcement officers, and volunteers has been submitted to the State Duma, according to RIA Novosti. Currently, family members of military personnel, law enforcement officers, and volunteers under 23 years old, who are studying full-time in universities or colleges, enjoy these benefits. However, children who graduate from school in June lose their right to these benefits until they enroll in September. No additional information was given about the support for children of military personnel after school.

References: 1. CNN 2. BBC News 3. Reuters 4. The Diplomat

  1. The announcement by Ukraine to discuss an aerial ceasefire with Russia is part of an ongoing political discourse, as international parties urge for peace and an end to war-and-conflicts in the region.
  2. Amidst the general-news of renewed international diplomatic efforts, Ukraine's move is also driven by concerns over civilian casualties and infrastructure damage due to Russia's missile and drone attacks, a matter of crime-and-justice and policy-and-legislation.
  3. In a separate news, Estonia expels a Russian diplomat due to accusations of undermining the country's constitution, an instance of politics and international relations that extends beyond the war-and-conflicts in Ukraine.

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