Putin Open to 30-Day Ukraine Ceasefire but Raises “Nuances”; Trump Calls It “Promising”

Moscow Pushes for “Long-Term Peace” as US Pressures for Immediate Truce

March 14, 2025: In a major development in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed his willingness to discuss a 30-day ceasefire proposal, which Ukraine has already agreed to in talks with the United States. However, Putin added that “there are nuances” and “serious questions” that need to be addressed before finalizing any deal.

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Key Highlights:

• Putin’s Stance: Putin stated that he is “for” a ceasefire but needs more details and suggested a direct discussion with US President Donald Trump.
• US Pressure: Washington is pushing for an “unconditional” ceasefire, with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stating, “Russia must agree without conditions.”
• Trump’s Response: Trump called Putin’s statement “promising but not complete”, emphasizing the need for a swift resolution.
• Military Gains: While diplomacy is underway, Russia continues battlefield advances, claiming control over Sudzha in the Kursk region.

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Putin’s Conditions for Ceasefire

Putin emphasized that any cessation of hostilities must lead to a “long-term peace” rather than a temporary pause, adding that it must address the “root causes of the crisis”.
Russia has already rejected: Foreign peacekeepers in Ukraine
Long-term military bases for Western troops in Kyiv

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The Russian foreign ministry warned that such measures would “directly involve Western nations in armed conflict” with Moscow.

The Battle for Kursk: Strategic Shift?

While peace talks progress, Russia is making rapid gains in the Kursk region: Moscow claims control of Sudzha and nearby areas.
Ukraine ordered evacuations from 8 villages due to heavy shelling.
Ukraine’s Commander-in-Chief hints at strategic pullback.

Meanwhile, Russia shot down 77 Ukrainian drones overnight, while Ukraine intercepted dozens of Russian drones in response.

What’s Next?

With US envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow, direct negotiations between Trump and Putin could be on the horizon. However, Russia’s continued battlefield gains complicate ceasefire prospects.

Will diplomacy triumph over war, or will military realities dictate the future? Stay tuned for updates.

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