Kremlin reveals 'signal' sent to Trump about ceasefire talks
Photo: Russian dictator's assistant Yuri Ushakov (Russian media)
The Kremlin believes that the call for a ceasefire in Ukraine is seen as an "attempt to give the Ukrainian army time to rearm." Russia has sent its "signal" to the US, states dictator Vladimir Putin’s assistant, Yuri Ushakov, as quoted by RIA Novosti.
"We perceive this as an attempt to give Ukrainian forces a break, who are currently going through difficult times. The Russian army is advancing on all fronts, and in this situation, we could view (the ceasefire) as an attempt to give Ukrainian forces time for rearming and regrouping," Ushakov said.
The Russian dictator's assistant stated that Russia has conveyed its "concerns" to the US.
According to Ushakov, contacts between Russia and the US are ongoing, but they are not at the level of presidential meetings.
He added that a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin would be organized as soon as the need arises. Ushakov claimed that the meeting could be arranged fairly quickly.
Ceasefire proposal
It’s worth noting that during talks in Saudi Arabia, the US side proposed a 30-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. Ukrainian representatives agreed to this proposal, although President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had earlier suggested a ceasefire for water and air operations.
To discuss the proposal, US Special Representative Steve Witkoff visited Moscow. Afterward, Russian dictator Vladimir Putin reportedly agreed to the US proposal but stated that any ceasefire should lead to a long-term resolution of the war.
Ukraine remains skeptical that Russia will agree to a ceasefire and adhere to it.
