The protracted conflict in eastern Ukraine will see a fresh attempt at a truce, Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko said on Sept. 14 that government troops would adbide by a ceasefire agreement proposed by pro-Russian rebels earlier this week. The ceasefire was set to come into effect on Sept. 15 and last for at least one week.
Germany was amongst the first foreign powers to hail the decision. Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier said, “We are happy and pleased that President Poroshenko has agreed to maintain a cessation of hostilities.” He added that the International Monetary Fund has expressed its willingness to support Ukraine if it sticks to the deal.
