Putin supports a truce but wants more U.S. talks.

• Putin agrees with U.S. proposals for a ceasefire in Ukraine, but emphasizes the need to address the root causes of the conflict.
• The ceasefire should lead to long-term peace and eliminate the original causes of the crisis.
• Russian forces have been advancing since mid-2024, controlling nearly a fifth of Ukraine’s territory.
• President Trump expressed hope for a 30-day ceasefire to end the “bloodbath” in Ukraine.
• Putin acknowledged the need to discuss issues with Trump and suggested a call to discuss the issue.
• He noted the need to determine if Ukrainian troops will surrender before a ceasefire and the need to control potential breaches of the ceasefire.
• Putin believes Ukraine is interested in a ceasefire due to the battlefield situation, and believes it would be beneficial for Ukraine to secure a ceasefire for at least 30 days.