Ukraine and Russia Agree To Ceasefire In Black Sea

Russia and Ukraine have reached separate agreements to refrain from military strikes on vessels operating in the Black Sea, the United States announced following talks in Saudi Arabia. The two nations are continuing discussions on how to implement a cessation of strikes on energy infrastructure.

On Tuesday, the White House confirmed that both parties had "agreed to ensure safe navigation, eliminate the use of force and prevent the use of commercial vessels for military purposes in the Black Sea”.