In a surprising announcement on Friday, Russian President Vladimir Putin confirmed a bold offer for Ukrainian soldiers in the Kursk region. During a meeting with members of the Russian Security Council, he stated that if soldiers lay down their arms and surrender, they will be guaranteed life and dignified treatment in accordance with international law and the laws of the Russian Federation. 🤝
In related news, U.S. President Donald Trump mentioned that his administration had "very good and productive discussions" with Putin just a day earlier. Trump added that there is a very good chance to finally end what he described as a "horrible, bloody war." On his social media platform Truth Social, he urged Putin to spare the lives of thousands of Ukrainian troops reportedly surrounded by Russian forces, stressing that so long as Ukraine's leadership orders a surrender, this offer could pave the way to de-escalation. 🕊️
Meanwhile, the General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces denied reports that their troops had been encircled in Russia's western Kursk region. After launching an offensive in August, which allowed them to seize about 1,300 square kilometers of land, the Ukrainian forces now face a deteriorating situation as Russian counterattacks intensify.
As the situation unfolds, both sides seem to be exploring avenues to de-escalate tensions. Stay tuned for more updates as events continue to evolve in this critical region. 📢
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Putin offers Ukrainian soldiers guarantee of life if they surrender
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