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Putin visits Kursk region | Ukraine attacks Russia | 30-day ceasefire | U.S.-Ukraine talks | N18G

President Vladimir Putin visited the Kursk region of Russia for the first time since Ukrainian forces seized territory there. Dressed in a military uniform, he visited a control center used by Russian troops and discussed the ongoing situation with Russian military leaders. Putin emphasized the need to defeat the Ukrainian forces entrenched in the region and declared that captured Ukrainian soldiers should be treated as terrorists. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump earlier announced that U.S. officials were heading to Russia to discuss a proposed 30-day ceasefire and a potential peace agreement, following Ukraine’s agreement to cease fighting after talks with U.S. officials in Saudi Arabia. The Kremlin responded that it was awaiting more details about the ceasefire proposal. Trump expressed hope for a ceasefire but stated that he could apply financial pressure on Russia if necessary, although he preferred pursuing peace without escalating the situation further.

first published: Mar 13, 2025 04:31 pm