Putin Rejects US-Proposed Peace Plan for Ukraine, Fuels Doubts on Negotiations
Russian President Vladimir Putin acknowledged that some aspects of the U.S. proposal to end the war in Ukraine are unacceptable to the Kremlin after a meeting with U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. Although Putin described the talks as “necessary” and “useful,” he also indicated that the process is still in the early stages and some provisions were impossible for Moscow to accept. Despite the diplomatic efforts, fighting continued, with ongoing attacks on Ukrainian cities resulting in casualties and infrastructure damage. While U.S. officials are spearheading negotiations, European leaders are seeking to involve China in pressuring Russia towards a ceasefire.
John Q. Hosedrinker