War in Ukraine: Countries pushing for more conditions, demand details

26/03/2025 16:14 France 24

A ceasefire deal on maritime and energy infrastructure has been agreed to between Russia and Ukraine. It comes after talks broked by the United States in Riyadh. But both Kiev and Moscow are asking for more details of the agreement.. Fresh srikes however were reported in both countries this Wednesday. There were hopes a 30-day ceasefire would be reached after Ukraine signed onto such a deal, and accused Russia of dragging its feet. FRANCE 24's senior reporter, Catherine Norris Trent has more.

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