According to Russian President Vladimir Putin, he perceives agreement with the US-proposed 30-day truce in Ukraine, but he noted the necessity for changes in the current proposal. Putin specifically emphasized his aim to retake the Kursk region in southeastern Russia, which was seized by Ukrainian forces last summer, prior to accepting a ceasefire. The Russian president also suggested that Ukraine might exploit the break to consolidate their forces.

Source: https://www.france24.com/en/video/20250314-putin-agrees-in-principle-to-ukraine-ceasefire-proposal