Envoy see “real chances” according to, while meeting with Russia is scheduled for Monday (24.mar)
Representatives from Ukraine and the United States gathered on Sunday (23.Mar.2025) in Saudi Arabia to discuss the protection of critical infrastructure and energy facilities, said Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umarov. The meeting is part of the efforts of US President Donald Trump (Republican Party) to end the 3 -year war.
The meeting precedes a meeting between US and Russia delegations, scheduled for Monday (24.mar). US special envoy Steve Witkoff showed optimism about negotiations and said there “Real progress”especially in the possibility of a ceasefire in the Black Sea.
“I have the feeling that [o presidente russo, Vladimir Putin] Want peace“Witkoff told Fox News. He stated that a ceasefire in the region could pave the way for a wider truce in the fighting.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky classified conversations as “Useful” and stated that his delegation adopts a stance “Constructive”. However, it conditioned the advance of negotiations the suspension of attacks by Russia.
Last week, Putin accepted a Trump proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in the attacks.
According to a statement issued by the White House, the ceasefire seeks to alleviate the impact on civilians and allow the reconstruction of the sector, as well as representing a 1st step to the end of the war. This is that of the US government statement (PDF-39 KB).
USA want broader agreement
The US government intends to reach a wide ceasefire agreement Until April 20according to sources cited by Bloomberg. White House National Security Advisor Mike Waltz said measures are being discussed to strengthen confidence between the parties involved.
