On March 12, 2025, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, speaking in Shannon, Ireland, expressed hope that Russia would accept a 30-day ceasefire proposal agreed upon by Ukraine in Jeddah talks.
He confirmed ongoing U.S. contacts with Moscow to gauge its response, noting that a "yes" from Russia could lead to lasting peace negotiations, while a "no" would reveal its true intentions.
Rubio emphasized diplomacy as the only solution to the conflict, anticipating G7 support in Canada to halt hostilities and initiate talks.