US Plans Ceasefire Discussions Between Ukraine, Russia by Easter

President Donald Trump is advocating for a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, aiming for an agreement by Easter, April 20. However, skepticism remains regarding the feasibility of this timeline, as Russian President Vladimir Putin continues aggressive drone strikes against Ukraine, undermining prospects for peace. Recent calls between Trump and Putin reportedly yielded only a partial agreement for a temporary ceasefire focused on energy targets, yet violence has escalated since then. As Ukrainian and American officials meet in Saudi Arabia to negotiate, European leaders express concern that Trump's approach may further compromise Ukraine's security. There is a growing perception that Russia may be using these diplomatic discussions to regroup militarily rather than genuinely seeking peace. The Kremlin's conditions for any ceasefire include disarming Ukraine and preventing its NATO membership, which complicates the negotiation process significantly.