Moscow, Mar 19 (V7N) – U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have agreed to a 30-day ceasefire on attacks targeting Ukraine’s energy and infrastructure sectors. However, the deal does not extend to a complete halt in military operations, particularly in frontline combat zones.

The agreement came after a phone call between the two leaders on Tuesday, marking a potential step toward broader peace efforts in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. According to the White House, Trump described the conversation as “very good and productive,” emphasizing the urgency of ending the conflict.

“We have agreed to an immediate ceasefire on all energy and infrastructure sectors,” Trump posted on his social media platform, Truth Social. “We will also discuss a complete ceasefire quickly to end this terrible war.” However, he acknowledged that Putin has not agreed to stop military engagements along the Ukraine-Russia border.

The Kremlin confirmed that Putin had directed Russian forces to halt attacks on Ukraine’s energy facilities for the next 30 days. However, the Russian president expressed concerns over a broader ceasefire, stating that Ukraine could use the pause to rearm its forces. Additionally, he insisted that any comprehensive peace agreement must include the cessation of Western military aid to Kyiv.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy cautiously welcomed the temporary ceasefire but remained skeptical of Russia’s intentions. While the move could provide relief for Ukraine’s struggling energy sector, Zelenskyy warned that Russian forces continue to build up along key battlefronts.

"We will closely monitor how this truce unfolds, but we cannot lower our guard," a senior Ukrainian official told local media.

The international community has responded with measured optimism, viewing the partial ceasefire as a tentative step toward de-escalation. European leaders have urged further diplomatic engagement, while NATO officials continue to assess the situation.

With the ceasefire set to last 30 days, global attention remains fixed on whether further negotiations will lead to a broader peace agreement or if hostilities will resume once the deadline expires.

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