U.S. politicians have strongly criticized a new peace proposal, reportedly pushed by a U.S. administration, warning that it rewards Russia and undermines international security. The proposal, which demands sweeping concessions from Ukraine, including surrendering territory and limiting its armed forces, has been met with bipartisan skepticism, with many viewing it as capitulation. Several senators, speaking at the Halifax International Security Forum, revealed that the plan is not the actual U.S. plan but rather a “wish list of the Russians”. Lawmakers have also launched initiatives to counter the proposal, including a discharge petition to force a vote on stronger sanctions against Russia.
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The White House and Moscow are secretly collaborating on a 28-point peace proposal to end the war in Ukraine, involving U.S. and Russian envoys who have extensively discussed the plan. This deal reportedly centers on peace in Ukraine, European security, security guarantees, and future U.S. relations with Kyiv and Moscow. Russian officials have expressed optimism about the plan, indicating that the Russian position is being heard, with the aim of presenting a written document before a potential meeting between President Trump and President Putin, despite the cancellation of a prior summit. U.S. officials have begun briefing Ukrainian and European officials on the proposal, while a planned meeting with President Zelensky has been postponed.
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Ukraine views the US proposal for a truce and elections as fundamentally flawed, a “failed plan” that doesn’t address the core issues of the conflict. The proposal, as it stands, offers Russia a significant advantage, allowing them time to recover and rearm for a potentially even more devastating second wave of attacks. A simple ceasefire would essentially provide Putin with a much-needed respite, enabling him to rebuild his military forces and launch a renewed offensive. This isn’t just about a return to the conflict; it’s about allowing for continued aggressive, incremental incursions known as salami tactics.
The idea of holding elections under these circumstances is equally problematic.… Continue reading
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