Zelenskyy backs ceasefire, awaits US details
Zelenskyy backs ceasefire, awaits US details

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed support for an energy ceasefire, stating that Ukraine is awaiting further details from the United States. The Ukrainian president discussed the proposal in calls with the leaders of Canada, Finland, and Nato.

Zelenskyy's statement on X

Writing on X shortly after describing the deal as “news to me”, Zelenskyy said: “Ukraine supports the ceasefire, and it’s important for Russia to support it as well. We are awaiting details from the American side. From our Ukrainian side, there is always FULL support for de-escalation steps, protection of lives, and the necessary decisions to end the war and ensure lasting peace.”

Next steps

The Ukrainian leader's remarks come as Kyiv awaits concrete terms from Washington regarding the proposed ceasefire, which would focus on energy infrastructure.