The Latest on the Ukraine Conflict: Putin's Response to US Ceasefire Proposal and More
Frontline Visit by Putin Suggests Russia's Possible Response to U.S. Proposal - Front Line Visit by Putin - Anticipation for US Proposal Response
Here's a rundown of the recent developments in the ongoing Ukraine conflict, with a focus on Russia's potential responses to the US ceasefire proposal and President Vladimir Putin's latest actions.
Putin's Upcoming Press Conference
After the US proposed a 30-day ceasefire in the Ukraine war, Russian President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to hold a press conference today following talks with Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov hinted that the presidents might comment on the US statements on Ukraine, although he noted that it will depend on the questions asked by the reporters.
The US-Ukraine Ceasefire Proposal
The Ukrainian delegation expressed readiness to agree to an immediate, comprehensive 30-day ceasefire if Russia follows suit. In response, the US government resumed weapons shipments to Kyiv, which had been temporarily halted. So far, Russia has not publicly reacted to the US proposal.
US President Donald Trump mentioned that a delegation is already on its way to negotiate with Putin, and special envoy Steve Witkoff might visit Russia in a few days. Trump also stated that he will speak to Putin soon.
The Eviction of Ukrainian Troops from Kursk
Russian forces are in the final stages of clearing Ukrainian troops from the Kursk region, which they invaded seven months ago. This push into Russian territory marks the first time the war has been taken to the enemy's land. Despite setbacks for Ukrainian troops, Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi confirmed that Kyiv will maintain its defense in the Kursk region as long as necessary.
Ukrainian Drone Attacks on Russian Territory
Overnight, Ukraine reportedly launched drone attacks on Russian territory, with 77 drones intercepted in the Bryansk, Kaluga, and Kursk regions. The Ukrainian government has been using Western help to defend itself against the Russian invasion that started over three years ago.
Putin's Visit to a Command Post in Kursk
In a show of force during the operation to "liberate the Kursk region from Ukrainian troops," President Putin visited a command post in the frontline sector wearing military fatigues. He ordered the swift eviction of the last Ukrainian troops from the Kursk border region without commenting on the US-Ukraine ceasefire proposal.
Calls for Pressure on Moscow from Ukrainian President Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged his allies to maintain pressure on Moscow to ensure that Russia is serious about ending the war. Meanwhile, Russia's General Staff chief, Valery Gerasimov, informed Putin that the last Ukrainian troops in the Kursk region had been surrounded. The Kremlin sought to establish a security zone at the border between Kursk and Sumy, effectively threatening further advances into Ukrainian territory.
Discussions on Ukraine Strategy by Key European NATO Countries
Five key European NATO countries gathered in Paris to discuss military security guarantees for Ukraine, including the possibility of deploying troops to secure a peace deal with Russia. The defense ministers did not provide specific details on such a force, but French Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu emphasized the importance of bolstering the Ukrainian army as the first security guarantee.
Other topics likely to be addressed in the G7 talks include the Middle East conflict and Trump's ongoing trade war with global tariffs. The foreign ministers of the G7 group are meeting in Canada for the first time since Trump took office, offering hope for progress and a unified stance on the Ukraine conflict.
- Ukraine
- Vladimir Putin
- Russia
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- Donald Trump
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- Volodymyr Zelenskyy
- In response to the US ceasefire proposal, while President Vladimir Putin has yet to publicly react, he is scheduled to hold a press conference today, potentially providing insights on the issue.
- As Russian forces continue to clear Ukrainian troops from the Kursk region, a region invaded seven months ago, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urges his allies to maintain pressure on Moscow, expressing hope for a serious commitment from Russia to end the war.
- During discussions on Ukraine strategy by key European NATO countries, a potential military security guarantee for Ukraine was brought up, with the possibility of deploying troops to secure a peace deal with Russia, with President Donald Trump's administration possibly playing a role in these negotiations.
