Putin's Advisor Expresses Optimism for Ukraine Ceasefire
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Synopsis
As the significant phone call between Presidents Trump and Putin approaches, a senior aide to Putin conveys that Moscow has not abandoned the hope of a ceasefire in Ukraine. This comes after Ukraine accepted a US ceasefire proposal, with discussions ongoing regarding the terms.
Key Takeaways
- Moscow remains hopeful for a ceasefire in Ukraine.
- Trump and Putin are set to discuss territorial issues.
- Previous communications between the leaders have been limited.
- Ukraine accepted a US-led proposal for a temporary ceasefire.
- Efforts to resolve tensions have been ongoing.
Moscow, March 18 (NationPress) Just hours ahead of the eagerly awaited phone call between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, a senior aide to Putin mentioned on Tuesday that Moscow remains optimistic about achieving a ceasefire in Ukraine.
"It has been a week since the ceasefire proposal was made. And what do we observe? The most significant attack by APU drones on Russian soil in history. Following that, yet another assault. However, we are not losing hope. We are holding onto every possibility. Both the US and Russian leaders must engage in dialogue," Russian Presidential aide Yuri Ushakov conveyed to Kommersant regarding the anticipated discussion between the two Presidents.
The official emphasized that there had been no communication between the two leaders since Trump's Special Envoy Steve Witkoff visited Moscow.
Ukraine accepted a US proposal for a 30-day ceasefire after discussions in Saudi Arabia on March 11. On March 13, Witkoff met with Putin in Moscow to gauge his stance. Putin stated that Russia is open to halting hostilities, but many details still need to be clarified. Trump is hopeful that Moscow will consent to a 30-day truce.
On Monday, Russia confirmed that a phone call between President Trump and President Putin would occur on Tuesday. "Yes, that is indeed the case. Preparations for such a conversation are underway for Tuesday," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told state news agency TASS.
The Kremlin indicated that discussion topics concerning all urgent matters, particularly regarding the resolution in Ukraine, would be organized for the conversation on Tuesday.
During a press briefing on Sunday, Trump mentioned he was looking forward to speaking with the Russian President on Tuesday. He highlighted the importance of addressing territorial and infrastructure matters amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Trump stated he would discuss the war in Ukraine with Putin and noted previous conversations regarding "dividing certain assets." The US President expressed hope that Moscow would be receptive to the ceasefire proposal.
"We aim to determine if we can conclude this war. Perhaps we can, perhaps we cannot, but I believe we have a strong chance. I will be speaking to President Putin on Tuesday. A significant amount of progress was made over the weekend," Trump shared with reporters on Sunday.
The last telephone dialogue between both Presidents occurred on February 12. During that hour-and-a-half conversation, they addressed the Ukrainian situation as well as various issues affecting bilateral relations.
