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Deutsche Welle·US · NL·about 7 hours ago
Russia has linked a proposed energy ceasefire in Ukraine to easing Western sanctions, per Kyiv's concerns. Ukrainian officials fear Moscow seeks economic concessions and time, while Russian strikes continue to cause power outages. The proposal's viability is uncertain, but it signals a potential diplomatic opening amid ongoing hostilities.
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Russia has reportedly conditioned a proposed energy ceasefire in Ukraine on the lifting of US sanctions and a Black Sea ceasefire. Kyiv views this as an attempt by Moscow to gain economic concessions and time, while Russian strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure continue. The viability of this proposal is uncertain, given the lack of public US response and Kyiv's wariness.