**Russia and Ukraine Agree on Temporary Energy Strike Truce**

Wed Mar 19 2025 10:01:09 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)
**Russia and Ukraine Agree on Temporary Energy Strike Truce**

In a pivotal phone call between Putin and Trump, both countries commit to a 30-day pause on energy infrastructure attacks.


This agreement highlights the complex dynamics of international conflict resolution amidst ongoing tensions.

In a significant development regarding the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to a temporary halt on strikes targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure. During a phone conversation with former U.S. President Donald Trump, it was established that this 30-day pause would be reciprocal, contingent on Ukraine also refraining from its attacks.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his readiness to accept the truce, which the Kremlin described as a critical step in seeking to quell hostilities. However, the agreement did not extend to a comprehensive ceasefire, as proposed by the U.S. and Ukraine.

Putin reportedly stressed to Trump that an end to Western military and intelligence support for Ukraine was vital for progressing toward a resolution. Analysts indicate that this approach could render Ukraine permanently exposed to Russian aggression. The White House responded positively to the pause, framing it as an initial step toward peace, although the effectiveness of such an arrangement remains uncertain.

This limited ceasefire could provide much-needed relief for Ukraine, which has faced significant challenges from Russia's persistent attacks on its energy grid. Conversely, Russia also stands to benefit from a break in retaliatory strikes from Ukraine on its oil and gas operations, safeguarding a crucial revenue stream.

As both nations navigate this precarious situation, the geopolitical implications are far-reaching. The United States has also indicated interest in accessing Ukrainian minerals that require substantial energy for processing, with Kyiv suggesting the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia power plant in southern Ukraine could play a role in that initiative.

Researchers have noted a rise in Russia's sabotage activities, aimed at applying pressure on Europe and the United States to limit their support for Ukraine, further complicating the conflict landscape.

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