Outline emerges of Putin’s offer to end his war in Ukraine
Summary
Russia proposes to relinquish small occupied areas in Ukraine while demanding Kyiv cede parts of eastern Ukraine under peace proposals discussed by Putin and Trump. Ukraine would also be barred from joining NATO as part of the agreement.
Key Points
- Russia would give up small parts of occupied Ukrainian territory in northern regions like Sumy and Kharkiv.
- Ukraine would need to withdraw from its positions in the eastern Donetsk and Luhansk regions under the proposed deal.
- Russia seeks formal recognition of its sovereignty over Crimea and the lifting of some sanctions.
- Ukraine would be prohibited from joining NATO but might receive some form of security guarantees outside the alliance.
