Russia and Ukraine reach an energy ceasefire agreement, Putin announces suspension of airstrike plans

2026-02-09 23:06:12

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According to media reports, Russia and Ukraine recently announced the reaching of an “Energy Ceasefire” agreement, aimed at protecting both sides’ energy infrastructure from military strikes. Russian President Putin, with the mediation of U.S. President Trump, agreed to suspend airstrikes on Kyiv and other major cities within a week. This move is seen as a significant turning point in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

U.S.-Led Mediation, Trump Confirms Putin’s Commitment

U.S. President Trump officially announced during a cabinet meeting that Putin has agreed to a one-week ceasefire. The achievement of this agreement marks a concrete manifestation of the U.S. mediating role in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Trump’s public statement enhances the credibility of the agreement and creates new opportunities for peace talks. The Kremlin has not issued an official comment on this matter but has not denied the related reports.

Ukraine Hopes for Implementation of the Agreement to Protect Energy Infrastructure

Ukrainian President Zelensky stated that the core focus of this ceasefire agreement is to protect the country’s energy infrastructure. Ukraine will closely monitor the implementation of the agreement to ensure that Putin’s ceasefire commitment is effectively carried out. Zelensky emphasized that protecting energy infrastructure is crucial for Ukraine to get through the winter and maintain national operations. If the ceasefire agreement can be implemented as scheduled, it will bring substantial relief to the Ukrainian people.

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