**Key Developments in Ukraine Conflict on March 12**
Russian forces have regained control of more than 86% of the territory in Kursk Oblast captured by Kyiv, according to Russian military chief Valery Gerasimov. However, Ukraine says it’s ready to fight as long as necessary.
**Ukraine Ready for Peace Talks**
President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine wants to show readiness for peace talks with Russia. He added that the country doesn’t trust Russia but is willing to negotiate a ceasefire deal. The Ukrainian president believes that showing willingness to end the war will help bring about international support.
**Ukraine-US Talks in Jeddah**
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed that Ukraine-U.S. talks in Saudi Arabia on March 11 discussed potential territorial concessions as part of a negotiated settlement with Russia. This has sparked concerns among Ukrainians, who fear ceding territory to Russia.
**Russian Attacks Intensify in South Ukraine**
Russia has stepped up attacks in Ukraine’s south over the past two weeks, according to Ukrainian military sources. The attacks have been recorded in the Zaporizhzhia Oblast and involve small Russian infantry groups trying to improve Moscow’s battlefield positions.
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