Macron demands 30 days of ceasefire: Russia's priority in focus!

Macron demands 30 days of ceasefire: Russia's priority in focus!

Charkiw, Ukraine - On March 26, 2025, negotiations on a possible ceasefire in Ukraine are in full swing. The United States is currently examining the conditions set up by Russia for a break, which, according to Foreign Minister Marco Rubio, was in principle negotiated with Ukraine and Russia. At the same time, Russia explained that the agreement on the Black Sea does not come into force, as long as certain conditions are not met, which the situation is also complicated.

Current developments on the front

The situation on the front remains tense. In the Charkiw region, Ukrainian border guards have successfully attacked Russian positions and destroyed military equipment from the Russian army. In addition, the Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported on diesel tank damage in the Saporischschja nuclear power plant occupied by Russia, which could supply the emergency power unit for 25 days.

At the political level, the parliament in Estonia voted for a draft law that excludes Russians and other non-European citizens of elections. In contrast, Italy has declared that no soldiers have to provide a possible UN peacekeeper in Ukraine. The EU plans to lift sanctions against Russia only after the Russian troops from Ukraine, which is unconditionally.

a complex peace process

The reactions from Russia show that Moscow sees itself under pressure, especially after the influence of US President Donald Trump on Ukraine. Experts like Andreas Heinemann-Grüder indicate that there are ambiguities about the conditions of a possible ceasefire, especially whether these should only apply to air and water operations, while fighting continues to take place on the ground. Heinemann-Grüder warns of excessive euphoria regarding an armistice or a possible end of the war, since ceasefire frequently break. tagesschau.de pointing out that un-mediated peace agreements are not successful in about 50%.

The discussion about permanent security guarantees for Ukraine also remains a central topic. Kyiv has made it clear that security guarantees needed for his future status. However, the United States has already rejected such guarantees, and there are questions about the troops of European countries that are involved in this process. oe24.at summarizes the complex location and shows that the path to a stable peace in the region remains stonemony.