Ukraine Proposes 30-Day Ceasefire Following Kyiv Summit
posted 10th May 2025
Ukraine Proposes 30-Day Ceasefire Following Kyiv Summit
Kyiv, 10 May 2025 — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced a proposal for an immediate, full, and unconditional 30-day ceasefire with Russia, to commence on Monday, 12 May. The announcement follows a summit in Kyiv and a subsequent conversation with US President Donald Trump, which Zelenskyy described as "positive and concrete."
In a statement posted on social media, Zelenskyy expressed gratitude to President Trump and highlighted a shared perspective on the urgency of a temporary halt to hostilities. The ceasefire proposal, initially put forward by the United States during talks in Saudi Arabia, aims to create a window for diplomatic efforts. "Once the ceasefire begins, there will be the best moment for diplomacy," Zelenskyy stated, affirming Ukraine's readiness for negotiations in any format.
The Ukrainian leader indicated that the proposal now awaits Russia's response. The call for a ceasefire comes amid ongoing efforts to de-escalate the conflict, with international stakeholders closely monitoring developments.
