Putin Says Ukraine Proposed Long-Range Strike Halt
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- Putin said Ukraine proposed a mutual halt to long-range strikes and a meeting with Kyiv's leadership on the proposal.
- Putin said he is considering the offer but believes it would benefit Ukraine more than Russia, framing it as asymmetric rather than reciprocal.
Why it matters: Putin's framing that the deal would advantage Ukraine more than Russia suggests Moscow wants concessions beyond a strike pause. His conditional reception—'considering' rather than accepting—signals the proposal requires further negotiation before any halt takes effect, keeping the diplomatic track open without commitment.
