Is Russia Prepared to Engage in Detailed Discussions on the New Ukraine Peace Plan?
Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- Russia is open to discussing a new US-proposed peace plan.
- Putin emphasizes the importance of peace negotiations.
- The peace plan could reshape Ukraine's territorial integrity.
- Ukraine's leadership is under significant pressure regarding the plan.
- Both nations face critical decisions affecting their future.
Moscow, Nov 22 (NationPress) Russian President Vladimir Putin has indicated that Russia is open to a thorough examination of the details surrounding a new 28-point peace plan proposed by the United States regarding Ukraine. Putin mentioned that the plan was communicated through established channels with the US administration and could potentially serve as a foundation for a conclusive peace agreement, although he noted that the text has yet to be discussed comprehensively with Russia.
According to Putin, Moscow is prepared for "peace negotiations and a peaceful resolution of issues," as well as for "an in-depth discussion of all aspects of the proposed plan," as reported by the Xinhua news agency.
Tensions have escalated since the last meeting between Putin and US President Donald Trump in Alaska in August, causing Russia-Ukraine discussions to stall.
Earlier, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky conveyed to his citizens that the nation is encountering some of the most challenging decisions in its history.
Zelensky pointed out that the pressure on his country to accept a new 28-point peace plan, facilitated by the US, is leading to one of the toughest moments Ukraine has faced.
He stated that Ukraine stands at a crossroads, faced with the dilemma of "sacrificing its dignity or losing a crucial ally," referring to the United States.
The controversial 28-point proposal, developed under the Trump administration, suggests Ukraine: relinquish unoccupied territories and allows Russia to retain significant portions of its occupied territories, including Crimea, Donetsk, and Luhansk; conduct elections within 100 days; reduce its military forces; and abandon aspirations to join NATO.