Russia's president says he supports the idea of a ceasefire in Ukraine, "in principle." But Vladimir Putin has attached various conditions to his agreement — which critics say reveal Russia’s true aims.

Trump has turned American foreign policy on its head since the start of his second presidential term in January. This was highlighted by the public spat with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in a televised press meeting, which ultimately ended with Trump pausing military aid to Ukraine.

The Kremlin said there are reasons to be optimistic about a settlement to the conflict but that more work needs to be done.