Trump’s “Territory Swapping” Proposal for Ukraine Peace Draws Skepticism and Outrage
In a press conference, U.S. President Donald Trump suggested a potential peace deal between Moscow and Kyiv could involve “swapping of territories,” ahead of a planned summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump’s comments suggest a possible agreement to cede certain Ukrainian territories occupied by Russia, including Crimea and parts of Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson oblasts. This follows reports that the U.S. and Russia are seeking a territorial agreement to freeze the conflict, with Putin demanding Ukraine cede all of Donetsk, Luhansk, and Crimea. Zelensky stated that Ukraine is continuing its active negotiations with partners to reach a common position for a reliable peace for Ukraine, but Moscow has been ignoring a proposed ceasefire.
John Q. Hosedrinker