President Donald Trump has expressed optimism that Russia and Ukraine could reach a peace agreement this week, suggesting that such a deal would pave the way for significant economic cooperation between the nations and the United States.
However, recent developments cast doubt on the feasibility of this timeline. A 30-hour ceasefire declared by Russian President Vladimir Putin expired, with both sides accusing each other of violations. Ukraine reported that Russian forces breached the truce nearly 3,000 times, including missile and drone attacks on civilian infrastructure.
In response to these challenges, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized that any resolution would require concessions from both Russia and Ukraine. He noted that while Russia initiated the conflict, a sustainable peace would necessitate compromises from all parties involved.
Despite these diplomatic efforts, the situation remains tense, with continued hostilities and skepticism about the prospects for a lasting peace agreement.
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