Ukraine has expressed its willingness to accept an immediate 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as proposed by the US, following a day of discussions between US and Ukrainian officials in Saudi Arabia.US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that he would present the proposal to Russia, emphasizing that "the ball is in their court." Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called the proposal a "positive" step and urged the US to persuade Russia to agree to the terms.

The Jeddah talks marked the first formal meeting between Ukraine and the US since the tense confrontation between Zelensky and former US President Donald Trump in the Oval Office.In a joint statement, the US announced that it would resume intelligence sharing and security assistance to Ukraine, which had been suspended after the previous high-level dispute."Both sides agreed to appoint their negotiating teams and immediately initiate talks aimed at securing a lasting peace that ensures Ukraine’s long-term security," the statement read.During a press conference in Jeddah on Tuesday, Rubio expressed hope that Russia would accept the ceasefire. He stated that Ukraine was "ready to cease hostilities and engage in dialogue," adding that if Russia refused, it would become clear who was obstructing the path to peace.

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