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US Peace Draft Suggests Ukraine Cede Territory
A reported US-drafted peace proposal aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war includes terms that would require Ukraine to cede territory currently under Russian control and agree to reduce certain military capabilities. The 28-point framework is said to include limits on future weapons imports and security arrangements that align heavily with Russian demands. The proposal is reportedly being informally shared with European partners for feedback.
Ukraine’s Response and Political Fallout
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and senior Ukrainian officials have firmly rejected any deal that involves surrendering Ukrainian territory, calling such concessions unconstitutional and unacceptable. Public sentiment in Ukraine remains strongly opposed to territorial compromise, and analysts warn that any forced agreement could destabilise the government and spark internal unrest, particularly among the military and war-affected communities.
International Concerns and Strategic Impact
Observers say that while the proposal aims to end active conflict, it risks legitimising Russia’s territorial gains and weakening Ukraine’s long-term security. Critics also argue that conditioning future US military aid or sanctions relief on Ukraine’s acceptance of such terms could create new vulnerabilities. Without robust security guarantees, analysts warn that the framework could collapse or set the stage for renewed conflict in the years ahead.
