Trump Hails Productive Dialogue with Putin on Ukraine Ceasefire

Sat Mar 15 2025 08:22:33 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)
Trump Hails Productive Dialogue with Putin on Ukraine Ceasefire

President Trump shares insights from talks with President Putin regarding a proposed ceasefire in Ukraine, while Ukrainian President Zelensky remains skeptical about Russia's intentions.


U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed optimism following "productive" discussions with Russia's Vladimir Putin about a ceasefire in Ukraine. Despite Trump's positive outlook, Ukrainian President Zelensky warns that Russia may not be genuinely committed to peace, fearing a prolonged conflict amid ongoing territorial tensions. Meanwhile, G7 nations unite in support of the ceasefire proposal, urging Russia to respond constructively.


U.S. President Donald Trump recently highlighted "good and productive" talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding a proposed ceasefire for the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The discussions, which included U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff meeting with Putin in Moscow, revolved around sharing information and assessing the U.S.'s cautious optimism for a potential peace process. Trump's comments came via a post on Truth Social, where he suggested the dialogue presented a promising opportunity to end the "horrible, bloody war."

In contrast, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed doubts about Russia's willingness to accept a ceasefire. He argued that Russia is deliberately complicating the matter to prolong the conflict, stating that Putin often avoids outright denial of proposals but instead drags negotiations until reasonable solutions become unfeasible. Zelensky reiterated his view that Moscow is preparing to dismiss the ceasefire offer and reiterated Ukraine's support for the U.S.-suggested deal, which Russia has yet to agree upon.

The White House also classified the talks as "productive," with Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt remarking that this period marks unprecedented closeness to a peace agreement. She underscored Trump’s efforts to pressure Putin into making a responsible decision. Trump additionally urged that Russian forces spare the lives of Ukrainian troops currently encircled in the Kursk region, warning against what he described as a potential massacre reminiscent of historical conflicts.

On the ground, Russia claims to have regained control over parts of Kursk, impacting the tactical situation of Ukrainian troops isolated in the area. In an effort to mediate the situation, G7 nations held meetings in Quebec, where Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly indicated a collective agreement to support the U.S. ceasefire proposition backed by Ukraine, asserting it now hinges on Russia's reaction.

UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy joined the chorus, emphasizing the collective call for a ceasefire without conditions. Anticipating further diplomatic engagement, UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is organizing a video call with up to 25 countries to discuss a peacekeeping initiative aimed at securing the post-conflict landscape in Ukraine. This ongoing diplomatic surge reflects the urgent need for resolution amid the prolonged and complex crisis in Ukraine.

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