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France and Britain propose a partial one-month truce between Russia and Ukraine, focusing on halting air, sea, and energy attacks. French President Macron emphasized no European ground troops will be deployed in the short term. The aim is to secure a ceasefire to foster peace negotiations.

In a bold diplomatic move, France and Britain have proposed a partial one-month truce between Russia and Ukraine, aiming to halt air, sea, and energy infrastructure attacks. French President Emmanuel Macron discussed the proposal with Le Figaro on March 2, emphasizing that the truce would exclude ground combat and would be difficult to monitor along the extensive front line, stretching from Paris to Budapest. The goal, Macron explained, is to create a temporary pause to facilitate negotiations and pave the way for a more comprehensive peace agreement.

The announcement comes in the wake of heightened tensions between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and former U.S. President Donald Trump, following a chaotic meeting at the White House. The international community has rallied behind Ukraine, offering continued support for its fight against Russian aggression. Macron further clarified that European ground troops would not be deployed in the short term, and the focus would instead be on securing a ceasefire, followed by peace talks.

Macron’s remarks were made while en route to London for a summit with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and other European leaders. The meeting is part of a broader effort to develop a peace plan that could eventually bring an end to the ongoing conflict. The proposal has sparked a mix of reactions, with many wondering whether it will succeed in gaining traction amid the ongoing power struggle in Ukraine. Macron also called for greater defense spending within Europe, suggesting that nations should invest 3-3.5% of their GDP in defense to bolster their security efforts.

Zelensky, asked about the proposal, responded, “I’m aware of everything,” signaling his acknowledgment of the ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the crisis. The proposed truce and future negotiations offer a glimpse of hope, but only time will tell if lasting peace can be achieved.