**US Officials to Discuss Ceasefire in Ukraine with Russia**
The US is sending officials to Russia to discuss a potential ceasefire in Ukraine. This comes after Ukrainian leaders agreed to a 30-day ceasefire following a meeting with American officials in Saudi Arabia.
**Russia Must Agree to Ceasefire**
Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelensky said it’s now up to the US to convince Russia to agree to the proposal. Secretary of State Marco Rubio also said that the ball is in Russia’s court and that peace negotiations are the only way to end the fighting.
**Trump Speaks on Ceasefire**
President Donald Trump spoke about the possibility of a ceasefire, saying he had received positive messages but that this is a serious situation. He didn’t specify who he was referring to, but Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said National Security Secretary Mike Waltz spoke with his Russian counterpart.
**White House Urges Russia to Sign On**
The White House confirmed plans for US officials to go to Moscow for negotiations. They urged the Russians to sign on to this plan, saying it’s the closest they’ve been to peace in the war.
**Russia Studies Ceasefire Proposal**
The Kremlin said it is studying the proposed ceasefire and will provide further details over the next few days. President Trump believes a ceasefire would make sense for Russia and that there is a lot of downside for them if they don’t agree.
**Fighting Continues in Ukraine**
Even as negotiations are ongoing, fighting has continued in Ukraine. Russian drones and missiles struck targets overnight, including Zelensky’s hometown and the port city of Odesa. Clashes also continued in Russia’s Kursk region.