Russia and Ukraine Reach Sea Truce and Energy Attack Ban

The United States has successfully brokered a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in the Black Sea, ensuring safe navigation and eliminating the use of force, as announced by the White House. Both parties have agreed to prevent the use of commercial vessels for military purposes in the region, although a mutual ban on energy strikes was not established. In a related development, Russia has agreed to lift sanctions on Rosselkhozbank and food producers in exchange for access to the global agricultural market, according to the Kremlin. Technical discussions led to commitments aimed at ensuring safe navigation and the removal of force in the Black Sea.