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Ukraine Calls for Ceasefire Amid Winter Olympics Conflict

2/7/2026

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Ukraine endorses a ceasefire proposal amid its conflict with Russia, coinciding with the Winter Olympics.
Andrii Sybiha, Ukraine's Foreign Minister, says Russia must clarify its position on the global truce.
The appeal follows Pope Leo's call for leaders to pursue de-escalation.
The war began in February 2022, and the U.S. is facilitating talks to broker a settlement.

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Ukraine endorses a ceasefire proposal amid its conflict with Russia, coinciding with the Winter Olympics.
Andrii Sybiha, Ukraine's Foreign Minister, says Russia must clarify its position on the global truce.
The appeal follows Pope Leo's call for leaders to pursue de-escalation.
The war began in February 2022, and the U.S. is facilitating talks to broker a settlement.