Investing.com -- President Donald Trump expressed hope on Tuesday for Russia’s agreement to a ceasefire plan that has been drafted by U.S. and Ukrainian officials. The president disclosed that a meeting with Russia is expected to occur later in the week.

Trump also mentioned that he plans to invite Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy back to the White House. This comes after a contentious meeting in the Oval Office last month, which ended with Zelenskiy leaving Washington without signing a critical minerals deal with the U.S.

The president voiced his hope for a total ceasefire in the ongoing three-year war in the coming days. He anticipates discussing this matter with Russian President Vladimir Putin this week.

This information comes in the wake of a joint U.S.-Ukrainian statement published after bilateral talks in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The meeting, hosted by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, was an effort by the U.S. and Ukraine to take significant steps towards restoring lasting peace for Ukraine.

The statement revealed that Ukraine is prepared to accept the U.S. proposal for an immediate, interim 30-day ceasefire. This ceasefire can be extended by mutual agreement of the parties and is subject to acceptance and simultaneous implementation by Russia. The U.S. will communicate to Russia that their reciprocity is crucial for achieving peace.

The U.S. also committed to lifting the pause on intelligence sharing and resuming security assistance to Ukraine. The importance of humanitarian relief efforts, including the exchange of prisoners of war, the release of civilian detainees, and the return of forcibly transferred Ukrainian children, was also discussed during the ceasefire.

Both delegations agreed to name their negotiating teams and immediately start negotiations towards an enduring peace that ensures Ukraine’s long-term security. The U.S. committed to discussing these specific proposals with representatives from Russia. The Ukrainian delegation reiterated the involvement of European partners in the peace process.

As part of the discussions, both countries’ presidents agreed to conclude a comprehensive agreement for developing Ukraine’s critical mineral resources as soon as possible.

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