Goa, March 12 -- US President Donald Trump expressed his approval on Wednesday regarding Ukraine's decision to pursue a ceasefire with Russia, hoping that Moscow will also react favorably. This statement followed Ukraine's announcement of its willingness to accept a 30-day ceasefire after discussions with US officials in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Tuesday. Trump conveyed his sorrow over the loss of soldiers and civilians on both sides in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, which has persisted for more than three years, emphasizing the urgent need for a ceasefire, calling it "very important."

Ukraine has just reached a ceasefire agreement. Now, we need to approach Russia, and I hope President Putin will also come on board. There are lives ...