European Leaders Press Putin for Ceasefire in Ukraine
Four European leaders join Ukrainian President Zelenskyy in pressing Russian President Putin for a 30-day unconditional ceasefire, or face more sanctions on Russia. Ceasefire to be monitored in coordination with the United States and could start as early as Monday.
Key Points
- Ceasefire proposal backed by European leaders
- Ceasefire could be monitored with US cooperation
- First joint appearance of European leaders in Kyiv
- New German chancellor advocates for Ukraine
- Continued support for Ukraine's defense if ceasefire is rejected
Pros
- Efforts towards peace in Ukraine
- International support for Ukraine's defense
- Potential for a 30-day ceasefire
Cons
- Unlikelihood of Russia agreeing to the ceasefire
- Continued pressure from Putin on Ukraine to surrender territory