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Ukraine's Zelenskyy endorses Trump-brokered energy ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine's president has given his backing to a temporary halt in hostilities targeting energy infrastructure, following an announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump that Moscow and Kyiv have agreed to the measure.
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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has responded positively to Trump's announcement of an agreement between Russia and Ukraine to implement a ceasefire focused on energy facilities, signalling potential progress in diplomatic efforts to reduce civilian suffering during the ongoing conflict.
The announcement represents a significant development in efforts to limit damage to critical infrastructure in Ukraine, where Russian strikes on power plants and electrical systems have caused widespread disruptions to heating and electricity supplies, particularly affecting civilian populations during winter months.
Trump's involvement in brokering the arrangement underscores the United States' continued engagement in seeking resolution to the conflict. The energy ceasefire, if implemented, would mark a rare agreement between the warring parties on a specific category of military operations.
Details regarding the scope, duration, and enforcement mechanisms of the ceasefire remained limited. The agreement's viability will depend on both parties' commitment to compliance and verification measures to ensure adherence to the terms.