• The US warns it may quit mediation efforts in the Russia-Ukraine conflict if no proposals are made.
• Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasizes the need for "concrete proposals" from both parties.
• President Donald Trump expressed belief that Russia's Putin wants peace, despite ongoing conflicts.
• A proposed three-day ceasefire by Putin is rejected in favor of a long-term solution from the US.
• U.S. relations with Ukraine are strained due to perceived concessions being offered to Russia.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that the United States would abandon its mediation efforts in the Russia-Ukraine conflict unless both countries present "concrete proposals" soon. This warning comes as patience from the U.S. government is waning regarding this key focus for President Donald Trump, who had initially vowed to resolve the war within his first day in office, as reported by Le Monde, South China Morning Post, and India Times.

State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce reiterated that “we are now at a time where concrete proposals need to be delivered by the two parties on how to end this conflict,” adding that if progress is not made, the U.S. will step back from its mediation role, according to reports from Reuters and Dawn.

During this context, President Trump indicated during a recent ABC interview that he believes Russian President Vladimir Putin may still desire peace, stating, “I think he does.” However, tensions remain high as Russia has refused a longer ceasefire proposed by Ukraine, opting instead for a shorter truce coinciding with an anniversary, as highlighted by Le Monde and Reuters.

The U.S. seeks an end to the conflict through a durable ceasefire rather than temporary truces, with Bruce stressing the need for a long-term resolution. Meanwhile, U.S. relations with Ukraine appear strained as there are concerns over concessions to Russia, including recognition of Crimea as Russian territory, which Zelensky firmly opposes, as noted in reports from South China Morning Post and India Times.

At the United Nations, U.S. diplomat John Kelley indicated that this moment presents Russia with a significant chance to find a peaceful resolution, while also condemning ongoing strikes that have led to civilian casualties. He emphasized the responsibilities of both Russia and Ukraine in moving towards a lasting peace, as discussed in Reuters and Dawn.