Ceasefire Agreement between Russia and Ukraine
Marking a significant development in international diplomacy, Russia and Ukraine have reached a ceasefire agreement focusing on the Black Sea region.
Main Points of the Agreement
- Avoidance of Military Action: Both nations have agreed to avoid military actions against ships in the Black Sea.
- Ensuring Safe Navigation: The agreement aims to ensure the safe navigation of vessels in the Black Sea.
- Elimination of Force: The use of force and the use of commercial vessels for military purposes are to be eliminated.
Additional Agreements
- Energy Infrastructure: Both countries will implement measures to halt strikes on energy infrastructure.
- Working Toward Peace: Continued efforts will be made to work towards a lasting peace.
US Involvement and Commitments
The United States has played a mediating role in the negotiations and has made several commitments:
- Prisoner-of-War Exchanges: Facilitation of exchanges and release of civilian detainees.
- Return of Transferred Ukrainian Children: Efforts to facilitate their return.
- Support for Russia:
- Assistance in restoring access to global markets for agricultural and fertilizer exports.
- Efforts to reduce maritime insurance costs.
- Improvement in access to ports and payment systems.
- The US will continue mediating negotiations in alignment with agreements made in Riyadh.
