MARCH 14, 2025- Vladimir Putin agrees to a ceasefire but stresses it must address the underlying causes of the Ukraine conflict.The Russian President expresses gratitude to world leaders, including Donald Trump, Narendra Modi, and Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, for their efforts.
Putin's remarks mark his first public comments on Kyiv’s ceasefire proposal amid the ongoing war.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed a conditional agreement to a ceasefire, stating that any cessation of hostilities must lead to lasting peace and address the deep-rooted causes of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Speaking publicly for the first time on Kyiv's ceasefire proposal, Putin emphasized that simply halting the fighting would not suffice without a comprehensive resolution to the underlying issues.

In his remarks, Putin also thanked various world leaders, including US President Donald Trump, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, for their efforts in facilitating dialogue and seeking to de-escalate the situation in Ukraine.

The crisis in Ukraine is complex, and any meaningful ceasefire must go beyond a temporary break in hostilities. It must resolve the fundamental issues at the heart of this conflict, Putin said during a meeting with top Russian officials.

The Russian leader's statement comes as international pressure continues to mount for a permanent end to the war. However, Putin's insistence on addressing the root causes of the conflict suggests that any potential ceasefire would require significant political negotiations and concessions from both sides.

While Ukraine has been advocating for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire, Putin's conditions may delay any agreement unless a mutual understanding can be reached regarding the future of Ukraine and its sovereignty.

As the war enters a critical phase, the eyes of the world remain fixed on whether diplomatic efforts will succeed in bringing about a resolution or if the conflict will continue to escalate.