Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:04pm on 25 Mar 2025,Tuesday International
The US brokered agreements with Ukraine and Russia to ensure safe navigation in the Black Sea and halt strikes on energy facilities. Washington will help restore Russia’s agricultural exports while continuing peace talks. Ukraine’s defense minister confirmed Kyiv's support for the maritime ceasefire and energy truce. Russia, however, demands guarantees from Washington before finalizing the deal. The US credited Saudi Arabia for facilitating discussions. The agreements mark a step toward a wider ceasefire and potential peace settlement in the three-year-long war. (PC: Reuters)
