Srilanka, March 27 -- In a significant development towards peace, the United States has brokered a new agreement between Ukraine and Russia aimed at ensuring safe navigation in the Black Sea. This deal, which includes a halt on energy attacks between the two warring nations, marks a pivotal moment in the conflict, with both sides agreeing to a limited ceasefire on energy operations and maritime activities. The breakthrough was made possible through U.S.-led diplomatic efforts, with experts meeting separately with Ukrainian and Russian representatives in Riyadh. These discussions culminated in separate joint statements from the White House, marking the most substantive engagement between the parties in months.

The ceasefire agreement focuse...