Trump Pushes for Ukraine Ceasefire as U.S. Brokers 30-Day Truce Plan

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By Staff Writer with Agencies

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia — In a breakthrough proposal that could mark a significant shift in the ongoing war in Ukraine, U.S. President Donald Trump has unveiled a ceasefire plan after more than three years of brutal conflict. Ukraine has agreed to a U.S.-brokered proposal for a 30-day ceasefire, contingent on Russia’s agreement to the same terms. The plan, which emerged from an eight-hour round of talks in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, aims to halt hostilities and create space for future peace talks.

Key Details of the Ceasefire Proposal

• Immediate Ceasefire If Russia Agrees
  Under the plan’s terms, fighting would stop immediately if Russia agrees. The ceasefire would cover missile, drone, and bomb attacks, extending from the Black Sea region to the entire front line. In addition to pausing the fighting, the agreement would allow for humanitarian steps, such as exchanging prisoners, releasing detained civilians, and returning forcibly displaced Ukrainian children.

• Russia’s Initial Response
  Moscow’s response to the ceasefire proposal has been cautious. Russian foreign ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova told TASS that Russia “does not rule out contacts with U.S. representatives” in the coming days, though no formal commitment has been made. While some Western officials remain skeptical, Moscow has gained significant ground on the battlefield, aided by support from countries such as China, Iran, and North Korea. Putin has also made demands for territorial recognition and a ban on European peacekeepers, terms that Ukraine finds unacceptable.

• U.S. Resumes Intelligence Sharing with Ukraine
  After a break in support, the U.S. has agreed to resume sharing intelligence with Ukraine. In addition to this, “security assistance” will be reinstated. This marks a significant shift in U.S. policy after Trump’s administration previously curtailed military support to Kyiv.

• Not a Peace Deal, Just a Truce
  The ceasefire, while a welcome step, is not a peace deal. The proposed 30-day truce is intended as a temporary measure, with both sides agreeing to pause hostilities while negotiations for a permanent peace begin. Both the U.S. and Ukraine have pledged to form teams to negotiate a long-term settlement once the ceasefire is in place.

• No Deal on Minerals Yet
  Trump has made clear his interest in accessing Ukraine’s critical mineral resources, including lithium, uranium, and titanium. However, the ceasefire deal does not include any agreements on mineral development rights. Previous discussions on this matter had broken down amid public disputes between Trump and Ukrainian officials.

• Ukraine Has Not Agreed to Cede Territory
  While discussions ahead of the talks included warnings that Ukraine might need to make territorial concessions, the issue was not raised during the Jeddah negotiations, according to Ukrainian officials. However, it is expected to become a key topic in future discussions if the truce holds.

• No U.S. Security Guarantees
  Trump has made it clear that he is unwilling to offer security guarantees for Ukraine’s future, viewing this responsibility as falling to European nations. The joint U.S.-Ukraine statement made no mention of any U.S. security commitments, signaling that Trump’s position remains unchanged.

• Europe’s Role in the Peace Process
  The joint statement included a request from Ukraine for European partners to be involved in the peace process. While European leaders, including European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, have welcomed the plan, it remains unclear whether the U.S. side fully supports this level of European involvement.

What’s Next?

European leaders are set to convene a summit on Saturday, led by Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron, to discuss the next steps. The goal is to form a “coalition of the willing” — a group of countries prepared to send peacekeepers or provide other support to uphold the ceasefire. However, the U.S. has signaled that no American troops will be involved, leaving European nations to shoulder the burden of peacekeeping.

As the situation unfolds, much will depend on whether Russia agrees to the ceasefire and whether European powers can convince both Ukraine and Russia to stick to a lasting peace agreement. The next few days will be crucial in determining whether this tentative ceasefire can evolve into a broader, permanent resolution to the war.

For now, the world waits for Putin’s response.