The United States expects Ukraine to back agreements reached between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump, as ceasefire negotiations are set to begin in Jeddah on Sunday, according to US Special Envoy Steven Witkoff. Talks will focus on halting attacks on energy
Trump, in a post on his social media platform Truth Social, said that they discussed elements for the contract of peace, and that the process for ceasefire is now in full force.
Geopolitical expert Velina Tchakarova says the US is engaging in separate negotiations with Russia and Ukraine, aiming to push for a ceasefire while also establishing a strategic dialogue with Moscow.
The high-stakes call follows Kyiv's recent agreement to a temporary halt in hostilities, pending Russia's response. Trump remains optimistic about brokering a peace deal, though Putin has yet to fully commit.
Israeli Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, stated that Israel has resumed military action against Hamas due to the group's refusal to release hostages and reject diplomatic proposals. He emphasized Israel's determination to retrieve all captives and eliminate Hamas's control over Gaza.
Israel has launched extensive strikes on Hamas targets in Gaza following the group's refusal to release hostages and its rejection of mediation efforts. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Israel Katz have vowed to escalate military action, with the IDF confirming ongoi
King Abdullah II of Jordan has emphasised the need to step up international efforts to achieve comprehensive calm in the region, including maintaining the ceasefire in Gaza and supporting efforts to rebuild without displacing its residents.
"We're doing pretty well, I think, with Russia. We'll see if we have something to announce, maybe by Tuesday. I'll be speaking to President Putin on Tuesday," Trump said.
"On March 15, Secretary Marco Rubio informed Russia's FM Sergey Lavrov of the US decision to launch a military operation against the Houthi forces. Sergey Lavrov stressed the need for all Parties to immediately cease the use of force," the Russia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs wrote in a p
"Following the discussion, the Prime Minister instructed the negotiating team to prepare for the continuation of the talks as per the mediators' response to the Witkoff proposal for the immediate release of 11 living hostages and half of the deceased hostages," it said.
Speaking at a press conference after the virtual meeting of the "coalition of willing" - a group of Western nations that have pledged to help defend Ukraine against Russia--Starmer said that Russia's 'yes but' is not good enough.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has demanded that Ukrainian forces in Kursk surrender, a move that follows discussions between US and Russian officials over a possible cease-fire. While Moscow claims Ukrainian troops are surrounded, Kyiv has rejected the assertion. US officials remain cauti