Russia senior official rejects a proposal from the Trump administration for a temporary ceasefire in Ukraine, emphasizing that Russia is only interested in a long-term resolution to the conflict.
Yuri Ushakov, an aide to Russian President Vladimir Putin, spoke in an interview with the Russia-1 TV channel, making it clear that Moscow sees no value in a short-term truce.
“We believe that our goal is a long-term peaceful settlement. We strive for a resolution that takes into account the legitimate interests of our country and our well-known concerns,” Ushakov said, according to Russian media outlet Interfax. “It seems to me that no one needs any steps that imitate peaceful actions in this situation.”
Russia’s Opposition to a Temporary Truce
Ushakov also revealed that he conveyed Russia’s stance to Trump’s National Security Advisor, Mike Waltz, during discussions on the ceasefire proposal.
He reiterated that Moscow sees such an agreement as merely a strategic pause that would benefit the Ukrainian military without leading to a lasting peace.
“This is nothing more than a temporary respite for the Ukrainian military, nothing more,” Ushakov stated.
He also suggested that Putin may provide further remarks later, offering “more specific and substantive assessments” regarding the ceasefire proposal, according to reports from Meduza.
Ushakov ended his interview by clarifying that his comments represented his “personal position,” though they align with the Kremlin’s broader stance on the war in Ukraine.
U.S. Pushes for Ceasefire Amid Rising Costs
The U.S. and Ukraine have reportedly agreed on a 30-day ceasefire plan following diplomatic talks in Saudi Arabia. The Trump administration is now working to present this plan to Russia in an effort to reduce hostilities and create a pathway toward peace negotiations.
President Trump has repeatedly expressed his desire to see a swift resolution to the war, citing the widespread destruction, loss of life, and the immense financial burden on American taxpayers.
He has been a vocal critic of the extensive U.S. military and financial aid provided to Ukraine, arguing that a prolonged conflict is not in America’s best interest.
This is a developing story, and more updates will follow.