Vladimir Putin reveals the complexities behind the idea of a month-long cease-fire with Ukraine, emphasizing conditions that may prevent a straightforward resolution.
**Putin Sets Conditions for Cease-Fire Amid Ongoing Ukraine Tensions**
**Putin Sets Conditions for Cease-Fire Amid Ongoing Ukraine Tensions**
A cautious step towards peace negotiations is overshadowed by demands that may hinder progress.
On March 13, 2025, President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia addressed the media alongside Belarusian President Aleksandr G. Lukashenko in Moscow, discussing the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. He indicated some openness to a U.S.-Ukrainian proposal for a month-long cease-fire but laid out a series of conditions that could complicate the situation further.
During the conference, Putin showcased a confident stance on Russia's military capabilities while also appearing eager to maintain dialogue with the United States, aiming to placate President Trump amidst a shifting geopolitical landscape. The U.S. president, having altered America's foreign policy direction to be more favorable to Russia, has become a crucial ally for Putin.
Putin asserted that Ukraine, experiencing severe strain in the conflict, may benefit from a temporary cessation of hostilities. He stated, "A cease-fire, even for 30 days, seems advantageous for Ukraine," yet he noted significant “nuances” preceding any agreement. A primary condition involved Ukrainian troops situated in Russia’s Kursk region. Putin insisted that Russia would not allow for their safe withdrawal but instead suggested that the Ukrainian military could be ordered to surrender.
This conversation followed Ukraine's unexpected military maneuver in August, which saw it seize substantial territory in Kursk for the first time since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The dynamics of the ongoing war remain uncertain as both sides navigate potentially crucial negotiations.
During the conference, Putin showcased a confident stance on Russia's military capabilities while also appearing eager to maintain dialogue with the United States, aiming to placate President Trump amidst a shifting geopolitical landscape. The U.S. president, having altered America's foreign policy direction to be more favorable to Russia, has become a crucial ally for Putin.
Putin asserted that Ukraine, experiencing severe strain in the conflict, may benefit from a temporary cessation of hostilities. He stated, "A cease-fire, even for 30 days, seems advantageous for Ukraine," yet he noted significant “nuances” preceding any agreement. A primary condition involved Ukrainian troops situated in Russia’s Kursk region. Putin insisted that Russia would not allow for their safe withdrawal but instead suggested that the Ukrainian military could be ordered to surrender.
This conversation followed Ukraine's unexpected military maneuver in August, which saw it seize substantial territory in Kursk for the first time since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The dynamics of the ongoing war remain uncertain as both sides navigate potentially crucial negotiations.
