Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov expressed cautious optimism about a U.S.-proposed 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, following talks between Vladimir Putin and U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff. While Putin showed conditional support, he raised unresolved questions. Donald Trump expressed hope the war could end soon and urged Putin to spare encircled Ukrainian troops, though Ukraine denied such encirclement. Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized Putin’s stance as manipulative, reaffirming Ukraine’s readiness for the ceasefire. Meanwhile, Russia’s healthcare system faces strain due to war casualties, with hospital closures exacerbating shortages of staff and resources. Diplomatic progress remains uncertain amid ongoing disputes.