Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed that he received a draft peace proposal from the United States, aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict with Russia. This proposal, reportedly negotiated quietly between U.S. and Russian officials, includes demands that Ukraine cede control of certain territories in the Donbas region and significantly reduce its military forces.
The U.S. administration, under President Donald Trump, has been working on this plan for about a month. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt noted that Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Senator Marco Rubio have been in discussions with both Ukraine and Russia to understand their commitments for achieving a lasting peace. The administration aims to create a proposal acceptable to both sides, and efforts are underway to finalize it.
Ukrainian leaders have expressed openness to engage in discussions based on the U.S. proposal. President Zelenskyy indicated plans to discuss the diplomatic prospects with President Trump soon, emphasizing Ukraine’s readiness to collaborate with the U.S., European, and global partners to find a just resolution to the conflict.
While the specifics of the U.S. proposal remain undisclosed, it appears to align with Russia’s longstanding demands, raising concerns among Ukrainian officials who consider these concessions unacceptable. The international community is closely watching these developments, with European allies expressing fears about being excluded from the peace negotiations. They are advocating for inclusive talks that involve all relevant stakeholders to ensure a comprehensive and enduring resolution to the conflict. As the situation unfolds, diplomatic efforts continue to focus on achieving a peaceful and just resolution.
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