Trump to Speak with Putin on Ukraine Ceasefire; Kyiv Agrees to 30-Day Truce

President Donald Trump will speak with Vladimir Putin on Tuesday to negotiate a ceasefire in the Ukraine conflict. Trump stated that progress has been made toward a final agreement, but much remains. Ukraine has agreed to a U.S.-proposed 30-day truce, contingent on Russia's commitment. Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated Ukraine has made concessions, agreeing to halt military actions and freeze the conflict. Trump hinted at territorial concessions by Kyiv and control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant as potential aspects of a longer-term peace plan. Zelenskyy accused Putin of prolonging the war, noting awareness of the ceasefire proposal. The Kremlin expressed "cautious optimism" about a deal. Trump mentioned discussing land and power plants in ceasefire negotiations.