• Trump pushes for a ceasefire in the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict.
• Putin supports the idea of a truce but demands answers to essential questions.
• Zelenskyy criticizes Putin's ceasefire conditions as unrealistic.

US President Donald Trump reiterated his call for a ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war, emphasizing his desire for an end to the violence between the two nations. During a press conference, Trump remarked, "We are talking to Russia. We would like them to stop. I don’t like them bombing on and on," as reported by India Times. This statement follows a renewed plea from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for a robust response from the US after Russia declined to agree to a full, unconditional ceasefire.

While President Trump seeks to mediate peace, the Kremlin has made it clear that President Vladimir Putin supports a ceasefire in principle but requires answers to crucial questions about its conditions. As stated by Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, "Before that, a number of questions must be answered," referring to uncertainties regarding how a ceasefire could be effectively implemented and verified. The Kremlin continues to blame Kyiv for the current stalemate, claiming it struggles to rein in certain nationalist factions that could disrupt peace efforts, as highlighted in a report by South China Morning Post.

Hosts of world leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, have echoed the call for a ceasefire, with Macron criticizing Russia's ongoing military aggression. He noted that "strong actions" must be taken if Russia continues its bombardment, voicing the urgency for peace during a time when civilian lives are at risk, according to TRT Global.

On the other hand, Zelenskyy has dismissed Putin’s conditions for a truce as unrealistic, arguing that they merely serve to prolong the conflict. He remains vigilant against any peace negotiations that leave Ukraine out of the equation, stating he will disregard any agreements made without Ukrainian input.

As diplomatic efforts continue, the future of peace in Ukraine remains uncertain, with both sides entrenched in a complex geopolitical battle with severe implications for the region.