EU welcomes U.S.-Ukraine talks, urges Russia to show willingness for peace

The statement was made by the EU High Representative, Kaja Kallas, and published on the European Council's website.

“The European Union welcomes the joint statement by Ukraine and the United States following their meeting in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, including the proposals for a ceasefire agreement, humanitarian efforts and the resumption of U.S. intelligence sharing and security assistance. The European Union is ready to play its full part in supporting the upcoming steps, together with Ukraine, the United States, and other partners,” stated Kaja Kallas.

The official added that the EU's goal is to support Ukraine in achieving a comprehensive, just, and lasting peace based on the principles of the UN Charter and international law.

“The proposal of a ceasefire - if accepted by Russia - can be an important step in this direction. It is now for Russia to show its willingness to achieve peace,” the statement emphasizes.

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 a proposed ceasefire.

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.

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