Ukraine Accepts US Ceasefire Plan, Seeks Prisoner Swap and Return of Displaced Children

Mar 12, 2025
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Summary

In a pivotal move, Ukraine accepted a US-backed ceasefire plan, seeking a 30-day truce, the lifting of intelligence restrictions, security aid, prisoner swaps, and the return of displaced Ukrainian children, signaling a potential breakthrough in the ongoing conflict.

Key Points

  • Ukraine agreed to a US-backed 30-day ceasefire proposal to be presented to Russia
  • The US agreed to lift the pause on intelligence-sharing and security assistance for Ukraine
  • The meeting discussed prisoner exchanges and the return of forcibly displaced Ukrainian children

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