Ceasefire talks between the United States and Russia end without a written agreement, with Russia continuing to bomb Ukraine. Conditions imposed by Putin essentially amount to Ukrainian surrender. Both sides have differing accounts of the talks, with ongoing bombardment despite agreeing to a limited ceasefire. Talks also touched on the 'Black Sea Initiative' and a proposal for the U.S. to take control of a nuclear plant in Ukraine.
Key Points
Ceasefire talks did not result in a written agreement
Putin's conditions for ceasefire resemble Ukrainian surrender
Ongoing bombardment despite agreeing to limited ceasefire
Differing accounts and stances from U.S. and Russian negotiators
Discussion on 'Black Sea Initiative' and U.S. proposal to control nuclear plant in Ukraine
Pros
Both sides engaging in dialogue to potentially end the conflict
Discussions on important topics like energy infrastructure and nuclear plant ownership
Cons
Ceasefire talks ended without a written agreement
Continued bombing and attacks by Russia on Ukraine