Putin agrees to restricted Ukraine ceasefire after Trump phone call

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In a 90-minute phone call, Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump agreed to limit Russian attacks on Ukrainian energy assets but stopped short of agreeing to the US request for a broader 30-day ceasefire.

The White House confirmed that the two leaders discussed an “energy and infrastructure ceasefire” and began talks on a “maritime ceasefire in the Black Sea, full ceasefire, and permanent peace.”

The talks, set to begin “immediately” in the Middle East, will focus on finding a lasting resolution to the conflict, though the White House did not specify who would lead the negotiations.

The Kremlin, however, outlined several conditions for a ceasefire, including suspending foreign military and intelligence support for Ukraine and halting new mobilisations.

Putin’s demands present a difficult decision for Trump, who had previously called for a 30-day ceasefire to allow for further negotiations.

Trump’s stance has raised concerns in Ukraine and Europe that the US may prioritise a deal with Russia over Ukrainian interests.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer also spoke to Trump before the call, stressing that Ukraine must be placed in the “strongest possible position” for a “just and lasting peace.”

The White House described the call as a step toward improving US-Russia relations, with the potential for significant economic and geopolitical benefits once peace is achieved.

Source: AFR.

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