Ukraine Moves Toward Peace: Talks for Ceasefire with U.S. Delegation in Saudi Arabia

Jeddah Gets a Dose of Diplomacy: Ukraine & US Talk Ceasefire and Crunchy Minerals

Picture this: a sunny day in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, where the Ukrainian and American delegations meet like old pals over a coffee and chat about stopping the sky wars and warship brawls. They’re also tossing seeds of a new minerals deal into the mix, hoping to turn the first round of peace talks into something more than just a stiff handshake.

What’s on the Table?

Air & Sea Ceasefire – a pledge that no more long‑range air strikes or maritime missile rumbles will rain down on Ukraine.
‘Easy to Install & Monitor’ Clause – the US says this ceasefire can be set up smoothly, with clear checkpoints that make even a bored bureaucrat feel excited.
Minerals Deal – an offer to trade essential resources, turning war spoils into potentially traded sugar‑cane or helium? Who knows, but it’s a start.

Why It Matters

The outcome of this Jeddah dialogue could either light a fire under President Biden’s support for Kyiv or leave him scratching his head over how much he can really do. If Ukraine seals a little ceasefire win, the U.S. might double‑down on aid. If not, the conversation could feel like a lukewarm cup of tea in the desert.

Inside the Conversation

According to an insider speaking to Suspline media, the United States highlighted that a ceasefire on both the ground and in the sky would be “easy to install and monitor.” Picture a layabout on a beach, but no—this is serious business.

During the CNN interview, National Security Adviser Mike Waltz was asked about the vibe in Jeddah. His reply, “Getting there,” was short, stock‑market‑style, essentially telling the world that progress is underway—just don’t take it literally.

Meanwhile, former Russian Foreign Minister Andrei Kozyrev, who’s been critiquing Moscow longer than a cartoon voice‑over, threw out a universal reminder: “The free and brave world must support Ukraine in any way possible.” If that were a charades game, it would definitely be a winning move.

Down the Road

All eyes will still be glued to the next round of negotiations—will the US be ready with a handshake or a surprise pizza delivery? Either way, the headline moments from Jeddah have the world counting their breaths, waiting for the next chapter of the Ukraine saga.

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Zelensky’s Bold Call to the World

President Volodymyr Zelensky just hit X with a fire‑in‑the‑hole message, urging everyone to rally behind Ukraine and leave the “realists” in the cold. He framed it like a pep talk for an epic showdown:

“Ukrainian resolve to stand for freedom is miraculous.”
“Everyone in the free and brave world must support them in any way possible.”
“Shame on the so-called ‘realists’ who bow to Putin’s Russia,”—a sly jab that might have landed a little too close to the U.S. President.

Russia’s Counter‑Move

Dmitry Peskov, the Kremlin’s spokesperson, told Interfax that Moscow is waiting to hear from Washington about the U.S.–Ukraine talks in Jeddah. He added:

“Today, there will be U.S.–Ukraine contacts in Jeddah. Somehow, the American side, which is looking for ways to reach a peaceful settlement, will inform us.”

U.S. Side – Listening Mode

Secretary of State Marco Rubio offered a tongue‑in‑cheek glimpse into the diplomatic dance:

“We’re really in listening mode right now. We may have suggestions if they ask, but we really want to find out where they stand on this and what they’re willing to do in order to achieve peace.”
“It may be incompatible with what the Russians are willing to do. That’s what we need to find out. But we’re not going to find out on X, we’re not going to find out on media press conferences. We have to find out in rooms that are closed—you can’t be in, but you’ll know the end of it.”