Kaja Kallas Casts Doubt on Russia’s Intentions Amid 30-Day Ceasefire Proposal
The European Union’s foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, has expressed strong skepticism about Russia’s commitment to a proposed 30-day ceasefire aimed at ending the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Speaking at a press conference in Brussels on Monday, March 17, 2025, Kallas emphasized that Russia has yet to engage in direct negotiations and warned that Moscow cannot be trusted to honor any peace agreements.
“The understanding around the table is that Russia can’t really be trusted,” Kallas stated. “They will seize this opportunity to present all kinds of demands.”
No Negotiation Table Yet – Kallas
Kallas also clarified that despite growing diplomatic efforts, no formal negotiations have begun because Russia has not agreed to participate in peace talks.
“There’s no negotiation table yet because Russia is not coming to the negotiation table,” she reiterated, underscoring concerns over Moscow’s true intentions regarding a ceasefire.
U.S.-Led Peace Talks and Ceasefire Proposal
The latest discussions about a potential ceasefire come after recent U.S.-led peace talks in Saudi Arabia, where officials from Washington and Kyiv met to explore diplomatic solutions to the war. The result of these meetings was a 30-day ceasefire proposal, aimed at reducing hostilities and fostering dialogue between Ukraine and Russia.
However, Russia’s reluctance to engage in formal peace talks has cast a shadow over the proposal’s viability.
Trump to Speak with Putin on Tuesday
Adding to the diplomatic efforts, former U.S. President Donald Trump—who has remained actively involved in global affairs—confirmed plans to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday to discuss ways to end the war.
Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One during a late-night flight from Florida to Washington, Trump said:
“We want to see if we can bring that war to an end. I’ll be speaking to President Putin on Tuesday.”
Trump’s upcoming conversation with Putin follows positive discussions between U.S. and Russian officials in Moscow, which reportedly opened new channels for dialogue between the two nations.
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Can Russia Be Trusted? Global Reactions
Despite growing international pressure for a peaceful resolution, skepticism remains high regarding Russia’s true intentions.
Western leaders, particularly in the European Union and NATO, have repeatedly warned that Russia has a history of using ceasefires as strategic pauses to regroup and strengthen its military position before launching renewed offensives.
Kallas’ remarks reflect the broader EU sentiment that Russia’s ceasefire acceptance may be a ploy rather than a genuine effort to end hostilities.
Meanwhile, Ukrainian officials have yet to fully endorse the 30-day ceasefire proposal, with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reportedly weighing the risks and potential consequences of a temporary truce.
What Comes Next?
With Trump set to speak to Putin and U.S. diplomatic efforts intensifying, the world is watching closely to see whether Russia will genuinely commit to negotiations or continue its strategic military campaign in Ukraine.
For now, the EU remains cautious, emphasizing the need for clear and verifiable commitments before trusting Moscow’s intentions.
