Ukraine to propose partial truce with Russia in talks with the US – media
10 March 2025 22:15
During peace talks on March 10, 2025, with US representatives in Saudi Arabia, Ukrainian officials will propose an air and sea truce with Russia. This was reported by "Komersant Ukrainian" with reference to The Telegraph.
According to the media outlet, the initiative is aimed at stopping long-range missile strikes and hostilities in the Black Sea.
The US delegation, led by Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, sees the meeting as an opportunity to assess Ukraine’s willingness to make concessions for peace and improve relations with the US after recent diplomatic tensions.
For its part, Russia, according to media reports, although not present at the talks, has expressed conditional readiness for a temporary truce, subject to a final peace settlement.
The ongoing talks in Saudi Arabia are part of a broader international effort to mediate a settlement in Ukraine’s war-torn country, in which more than 30 countries have gathered in Paris to discuss the formation of an international security force for Ukraine after a ceasefire.
What the world is saying and writing about the US-Ukraine talks
The Ukrainian-American talks taking place in Saudi Arabia have attracted considerable attention from experts and analysts, reflecting the complex interplay of diplomacy, security, and economic interests.
U.S. Ambassador to the Middle East Steve Witkoff expressed optimism about the talks, emphasizing expectations of significant progress, especially on the critical minerals agreement. He emphasized that the agenda includes security protocols and territorial issues, and expressed hope that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy could visit the US to finalize the mining agreement.
The Associated Press reported that during the talks, Ukraine proposed a limited ceasefire in the Black Sea and long-range missile strikes, as well as a prisoner exchange. The proposal is aimed at resuming US military and intelligence support, which was suspended after Washington called on Kyiv to engage in peace talks. In addition, the media reported that the Ukrainian and American sides are ready to sign an agreement on mineral resources.
The Guardian analyzed the role of Saudi Arabia as a host country, noting its complicated relations with both the United States and Russia. European allies expressed concern about direct US negotiations with Russia, fearing potential concessions that could undermine Ukraine’s position.
The Wall Street Journal emphasized US President Donald Trump’ s assertive approach to diplomacy, which includes the use of military assistance to force parties to the negotiating table. However, this strategy is facing problems, as evidenced by the increase in Russian attacks after the suspension of US aid to Ukraine. Critics argue that such tactics may lack strategic foresight and may make it harder to achieve long-term peace.
Vox also reported on European efforts to strengthen support for Ukraine amid changes in US policy. European countries have gathered to discuss increased spending on defense and support for Ukraine, but challenges such as production timelines and limited resources remain. The EU’s skepticism of the current US position underscores concerns about Ukraine’s defense capabilities and the broader geopolitical balance.
