President Vladimir Putin made a surprise visit to Russia’s occupied Kursk region on Wednesday, as the Kremlin considers a US proposal for a 30-day ceasefire with his troops closing in on Ukraine’s only territorial bargaining chip.

President Vladimir Putin of Russia made a surprise visit late Wednesday to western Kursk and called for troops to rapidly expel occupying Ukrainian forces as U.S. officials head to Moscow.

US officials are headed to Russia to discuss a potential ceasefire in Ukraine, according to President Donald Trump. The news comes after Ukrainian officials agreed to a 30-day ceasefire following a highly anticipated meeting with US officials in Saudi Arabia.

The Philadelphia Eagles have officially accepted an invitation to visit the White House to celebrate their Super Bowl LIX win, a team spokesperson confirmed to CNN on Tuesday.

Seven years after their invitation was rescinded because it was clear that a critical mass of players weren't going to show up, the Eagles have an official date to visit the White House.

After Super Bowl LIX, there were rumors the Eagles would not accept an invitation, but those were shut down quickly