Russia and Ukraine trade blame for continued fighting as U.S.-brokered ceasefire nears its end

A U.S.-brokered ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine was due to expire Monday with both sides accusing each other of breaching the 72-hour arrangement, as American and European officials considered how they might steer the warring countries into further talks.

Russia and Ukraine trade blame for continued fighting as U.S.-brokered ceasefire nears its end

TL;DR

  • A U.S.-brokered ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine was nearing its expiration.
  • Both sides accused each other of breaching the 72-hour arrangement.
  • U.S. and European officials were contemplating how to facilitate further talks.