Russia's willingness to discuss temporary truce in Ukraine

SOURCE www.bloomberg.com
Russia is considering a temporary truce in Ukraine as a step towards a final peace settlement, following discussions with US officials in Saudi Arabia.

Key Points

  • Russia willing to discuss temporary truce in Ukraine
  • Condition is progress towards a final peace settlement
  • Offer conveyed during talks between Russian and American officials in Saudi Arabia

Pros

  • Possibility of a temporary truce in Ukraine could reduce conflict and save lives
  • Positive response from President Vladimir Putin to US counterpart Donald Trump's call for a ceasefire