Negotiations between Ukraine and the United States, which took place in Saudi Arabia, ended with important arrangements. The parties agreed with a 30-day temporary ceasefire, military assistance and promising economic cooperation. Russia is now a key issue remains the position of these agreements.
Negotiations between Ukraine and the United States held in Saudi Jeddi lasted more than eight hours. Upon completion, both parties published a joint statement confirming their intention to get closer to a long -term peace.
"The United States and Ukraine have taken important steps towards restoration of reliable peace in Ukraine," the communique reads after the meeting.
Among the key arrangements:
- The ceasefire for 30 days
Ukraine agreed to temporarily cease hostilities with the possibility of continuation, if a similar decision is made by Russia. - The restoration of military support
Washington cancels the "pause" in the supply of weapons and the exchange of intelligence, which was introduced after discussions between Zelensky and Trump at the end of February. - Humanitarian initiatives
agreed to intensify the work on the exchange of prisoners of war and the return of forcibly deported Ukrainian children. - Cooperation in mineral mining
Ukraine and the United States plan to sign an agreement on joint development of strategic mineral resources as soon as possible, which should promote Kyiv's economic stability.
What are they said in Kiev?
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky stressed that now the decision is for Moscow.
“Ukraine agreed to the ceasefire. Now Russia must show its readiness. It's time for the full truth, ”he said in the evening.
Presidential Office Andriy Yermak noted that the following week Ukrainian and American teams will start technical consultations on the implementation of arrangements.
Foreign Minister Andriy Sibiga stressed that a truce is not about a "frozen conflict", but about an attempt to gradually end the war on fair conditions.
Washington's reaction
US President Donald Trump said he will invite Vladimir Zelensky to the White House, and is planning a conversation with Vladimir Putin in the coming days.
“Ukraine agreed to the ceasefire. Now we need to contact Russia, and I hope President Putin will also agree, ”Trump said.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that now the ball on the side of Russia.
"The first gesture of goodwill we could see from Russia is to agree to the Ukrainian proposal for a truce," he said.
US Presidential Advisor, Mike Voltz, stressed that the discussion has shifted "Does the war have to end?" to “How should she end?”.
The next stage will be the conversation between Washington and Moscow, which should determine if the Kremlin will agree to the proposed truce. A series of diplomatic meetings with the participation of the Greater Seven and NATO countries is also planned.
