Putin and Trump Agree to Refrain From Attacks on Energy Infrastructure for 30 Days
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March 18, 2025 Hour: 2:35 pm
They confirmed their intention to continue efforts toward a Ukrainian settlement bilaterally.
On Thursday, Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump held an extensive telephone conversation in which they discussed issues related to the normalization of their countries’ bilateral relations and, crucially, the outcome of the Ukrainian War.
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After a dialogue that lasted more than an hour, the Kremlin’s press service released a statement on the conversation between Putin and Trump, highlighting the following results:
– President Putin expressed readiness to work closely with American partners on a thorough and comprehensive settlement. He emphasized that any agreement must be sustainable and long-term, addressing the root causes of the crisis while considering Russia’s legitimate security interests.
– Regarding President Trump’s initiative for a 30-day ceasefire, Putin highlighted key concerns, including effective monitoring of the ceasefire across the entire front line, halting forced mobilization in Ukraine, and stopping the rearmament of its military.
– Russia also noted serious risks due to kyiv’s history of undermining previous agreements and drew attention to terrorist attacks carried out by Ukrainian militants against civilians in the Kursk region.
– A crucial condition for preventing further escalation and working toward a political-diplomatic resolution is the complete cessation of foreign military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine.
-. Putin assured Trump that Ukrainian troops encircled in Kursk Region who surrender will be granted safety and treated in accordance with Russian laws and international humanitarian norms.
– Trump proposed a mutual agreement between both sides to refrain from striking energy infrastructure for 30 days. Putin welcomed the initiative and immediately instructed the Russian military to comply.
– Putin accepted Trump’s proposal regarding maritime security in the Black Sea. They agreed to initiate negotiations to further refine the details of such an arrangement.
– On March 19, Russia and Ukraine would conduct a prisoner exchange involving 175 detainees from each side. Additionally, Russia will transfer 23 severely wounded Ukrainian soldiers who are currently receiving medical treatment in Russian hospitals.
– Putin and Trump reaffirmed their commitment to continuing efforts toward resolving the Ukraine conflict bilaterally, incorporating the proposals discussed. To facilitate this, Russian and U.S. expert groups will be established.
-They also discussed the situation in the Middle East and the Red Sea region. They agreed to coordinate efforts to stabilize crisis areas and enhance cooperation on nuclear non-proliferation and global security.
– Putin and Trump expressed mutual interest in normalizing bilateral relations, recognizing the shared responsibility of Russia and the U.S. in ensuring global security and stability. In this context, they explored various areas for potential cooperation, including discussions on mutually beneficial economic and energy partnerships.
– The presidents agreed to remain in contact on all discussed matters.
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Sources: RT – Kremlin
