US puts forward new proposals for ceasefire

US proposes de-escalation of energy strikes

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the United States had proposed another step to de-escalate attacks on energy infrastructure. The Ukrainian side agreed to the initiative, while the Russian delegation promised to respond upon their return to their country.

Possible meeting in Miami

According to the President, for the first time, the United States has offered negotiating groups of Ukraine and Russia to hold a meeting in Miami in a week's time. Ukraine confirmed its readiness to participate in this format of negotiations.

Prisoner exchanges and economic initiatives

Zelenskyy also said that:

• prisoner of war exchanges will continue following the negotiations;

• The American side put forward the idea Creation of a free economic zone in Donetsk region, This will require clear and fair rules if implemented;

• The US reaffirmed its readiness to to join the monitoring of a possible ceasefire.

Context.

The latest diplomatic contacts take place against the backdrop of the ongoing war and regular attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. The security of the energy system, prisoner exchange and international monitoring of a possible ceasefire remain key topics of the negotiation process.