‘No More Airstrikes From Our Side’: Ukraine Offers Temporary Ceasefire To Russia

Kyiv: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed a temporary ceasefire amid efforts to end the war that has been going on for almost four and a half years between Russia and Ukraine. Zelensky has said that Ukraine will not conduct any air strikes on its part during the visit of US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Moscow and Kiev. He has also appealed to Russia to stop similar attacks.

When will the US envoy go to Moscow and Kyiv?

According to Zelensky, Trump's special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will reach Moscow on Saturday and Kiev on Sunday. The visit of both is considered important in terms of talks on a possible peace agreement to end the Russia-Ukraine war.

Sharing the information on Telegram, Zelensky said that he had received information from the US President's team regarding the visit of the envoys. Ukrainian officials also held a meeting to prepare for the envoys' visit to Kiev.

What appeal did Zelensky make to Russia?

The Ukrainian President said there would be no air strikes from his side during the visit of US envoys. He has also asked Russia to take similar action.

According to Zelensky, both sides should provide the necessary time and calm environment during the talks and visit of the American representatives. He says that stopping military activities during this period can help in taking the talks forward.

What was said about the security of messengers?

Zelensky said that Ukraine has made necessary preparations to ensure the safe visit of the American delegation. He said that Ukraine is serious about the security of the envoys and there should not be any hindrance in their travel.

He also said that Ukraine is looking for real and practical options to end the war. Now its focus is on what proposals the American envoys bring and how Moscow reacts to those proposals.

Were Armistice proposal came amid Russian attacks?

This proposal of Zelensky has come at a time when Russia's attacks on Ukraine are continuing. Recently, news came to light that the headquarters of Ukraine's intelligence service was targeted in a daytime airstrike. Apart from this, the intensity of Russian attacks has been said to be increasing in many Ukrainian cities including Kiev.

In such a situation, this initiative of temporary ceasefire can be important towards reducing tension between the two countries. However, its impact will largely depend on Russia's response.

Now keeping an eye on Russia's stance?

The visit of American envoys to Moscow and Kiev is being considered important from the point of view of peace talks. Zelensky has indicated that Ukraine is ready for talks, but it remains to be seen whether Russia accepts the proposal for a temporary ceasefire.

If both sides agree to halt attacks during the envoys' visit, it could open a temporary path to further peace talks.