Putin's aide suggests Russia unlikely to support U.S. proposal for 30-day Ukraine truce

Russian propaganda outlet RIA Novosti reported the information.

“The proposed temporary ceasefire in Ukraine is nothing more than a short break for Ukrainian troops,” Ushakov stated.

According to him, Russia allegedly seeks a long-term “peaceful settlement” in Ukraine that considers the “interests and concerns” of the Kremlin.

“Steps that only imitate peaceful actions regarding Ukraine are unnecessary,” the official added.

He also expressed hope that the United States would take Russia’s position into account in future joint efforts.

U.S.-Ukraine talks in Saudi Arabia

On March 11, the Ukrainian and American delegations met in Jeddah, following which Kyiv agreed to a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, and the United States agreed to immediately resume intelligence sharing and security assistance.

The U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said “the ball is now in Russia’s court” after Ukraine agreed to the proposed ceasefire. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov commented on the proposal for a 30-day ceasefire, stating that Russia is currently studying the statements made following the March 11 talks between the United States and Ukraine.

White House National Security Advisor Mike Waltz said after talks with the Ukrainian delegation in Saudi Arabia that President Donald Trump has decided to cancel the pause in military aid to Ukraine immediately. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has confirmed that President Donald Trump has canceled the pause in intelligence sharing with Ukraine.

Trump expressed hope that Russia would agree to a one-month ceasefire in Ukraine.

The EU High Representative, Kaja Kallas, welcomed the joint statement by Ukraine and the United States following the negotiations and expressed readiness to participate fully in the steps to achieve peace.

On March 12, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that American representatives are already heading to Russia for a meeting regarding a ceasefire.