The United States has lifted the pause on military aid to Ukraine after negotiations held in Jeddah, coinciding with an offer for a 30-day cease-fire. Officials discussed critical mineral resource development and humanitarian efforts, while pressure mounts on Russia to respond.
U.S. Resumes Military Aid to Ukraine Following Productive Talks
U.S. Resumes Military Aid to Ukraine Following Productive Talks
Following extensive discussions in Saudi Arabia, the U.S. has announced the resumption of military assistance to Ukraine, alongside talks of a proposed cease-fire with Russia.
The U.S. has decided to resume military aid to Ukraine following crucial discussions held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. After hours of meeting, U.S. officials declared an immediate lift on the halt of intelligence sharing and military assistance. Ukraine responded positively to a proposal from the Trump administration for a potential 30-day cease-fire with Russia.
A joint declaration from both delegations outlined that the terms of any cease-fire would require Russia's approval. Furthermore, the agreement emphasized the urgency to finalize a deal related to Ukraine’s vital mineral resources. Discussions also extended to potential humanitarian relief initiatives that could be initiated post-cease-fire and the exchange of prisoners of war.
Notably, Russia has not yet issued a statement regarding these developments and was absent from the discussions. President Trump mentioned his inclination to connect with Russian President Vladimir Putin this week to potentially advance a lasting cease-fire agreement.
Looking ahead, Secretary of State Marco Rubio remarked that the new agreement increases the pressure on Russia to bring the conflict to an end. “The ball is now in their court,” he stated.
In related defense matters, French President Emmanuel Macron convened chiefs of staff from over 30 armed forces yesterday to cultivate plans for a multinational peacekeeping force poised to monitor any prospective cease-fire agreement in Ukraine.
