US-Russia peace deal regarding Ukraine
Donald Trump's proposed peace deal with Russia allows Putin to keep almost all seized territory from Ukraine and offers no clear US security guarantee to Kyiv, causing skepticism and concern among Ukrainian officials.
Key Points
- US offers formal recognition of Russian sovereignty over Crimea
- Plan implies de facto recognition of other occupied territories
- Parts of the proposal contradict Britain's stated policy objectives
- Putin willing to meet for direct talks with Ukraine but some of his objectives contradicted by the plan
- No clear timeline for reaching a settlement
Pros
- Proposed peace deal could potentially lead to a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia
Cons
- Ukraine would lose territory without gaining a clear US security guarantee
- Deal contradicts several of Britain's policy objectives regarding Ukraine
- Uncertainty around Putin's willingness to give up even limited Ukrainian territory