Russia launched airstrikes on Kyiv and Kharkiv just hours after Ukraine proposed an immediate 30-day ceasefire. Ukraine's offer came as the U.S. lifted restrictions on military aid and intelligence sharing following high-level talks in Saudi Arabia. Former President Donald Trump expressed hope that President Vladimir Putin would reciprocate, potentially marking the first ceasefire since Russia's full-scale invasion began in 2022.
Despite Ukraine's proposal, air raid alerts were issued across ten regions, with Kyiv's mayor, Vitali Klitschko, confirming that air defenses were engaged against incoming attacks. Russian state media also reported strikes on Kharkiv.
The ceasefire agreement was part of a joint statement from U.S. and Ukrainian officials after discussions in Jeddah, coming nearly two weeks after a tense Oval Office exchange between Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, which had led to a temporary suspension of U.S. aid.
European leaders have welcomed Ukraine's ceasefire proposal, emphasizing the importance of securing long-term peace and security guarantees for the nation. The situation remains tense as the international community awaits Russia's response to the ceasefire offer.
