Russia is taking U.S. proposals for a cease-fire agreement with Ukraine “seriously” but can’t accept the deal as it stands, a senior Russian diplomat said Tuesday, suggesting peace talks between the two countries have stalled.
Read More Russia Taking Ukraine Cease-Fire Deal ‘Seriously’ But Rejects Current Terms
Russian President Vladimir Putin escalated hostilities on Friday by issuing a stark directive to “finish off” Ukrainian forces, following his earlier-ordered strikes on a Ukrainian energy facility—an act that violated the U.S.-backed “partial” Black Sea ceasefire with Ukraine.
Read More Putin Vows To ‘Finish Off’ Ukrainian Troops After Breaking U.S.-Backed Black Sea Ceasefire
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is willing to hand over territory to Russia in exchange for NATO protection if it means ending the war.
Read More Zelensky Considers Territorial Concessions To Russia In Exchange For NATO Security