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Peskov Cites “Many Nuances” as Macron Urges Swift Agreement With U.S. and EU
The Kremlin has responded with cautious support to the West’s proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, first raised by U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said Friday that President Vladimir Putin supports the idea but stressed that “a very large number of nuances” must be addressed before any detailed talks can occur.
Moscow Acknowledges Proposal, Seeks Clarification
As reported by Digi24, Peskov made it clear that while Russia does not reject the proposal outright, the path to agreement is far from straightforward. “Without addressing these nuances, it is very difficult to discuss a ceasefire in detail,” Peskov said, according to Russia’s TASS news agency.
The proposal from the Trump administration aims to create a temporary halt in hostilities to allow for further negotiations on a lasting peace framework.
France Pushes for Immediate Action
French President Emmanuel Macron has called for rapid coordination between the U.S. and European leaders to secure the ceasefire, warning that it should not be used as a symbolic gesture tied to Russia’s Victory Day commemorations.
“Russians must say yes. Not just three days to entertain the gallery, so to speak, to celebrate May 9 and parade,” Macron stated. He urged that the ceasefire must last 30 days, adding, “If violated by either party, there must be massive economic sanctions.”
Macron emphasized that his goal is to finalize a common Western approach within “the next hours and days.”
The diplomatic back-and-forth comes as pressure grows for tangible steps toward de-escalation amid the protracted war, now in its fourth year. The Kremlin’s demand for clarity highlights the continued complexities surrounding any temporary pause in fighting.