Opportune moment to set the stage for negotiations to end Ukraine crisis

The Tuesday negotiations between the United States and Ukraine in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, have rekindled optimism that talks for ending the crisis in Ukraine, which is now in its fourth year, may be back on track.

As many observers and stakeholding parties stated, any move conducive to ending the grueling war is welcome. That is why Tuesday's development is cause for optimism.

In their joint announcement capping the meeting, the Ukrainian side agreed to a 30-day ceasefire plan; and the United States administration pledged the resumption of military and intelligence support for Kyiv.