*Alaska Summit: Putin’s Peace Proposal and Trump’s Support*
In a significant development during the Alaska summit between U.S.President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, PresidentPutin presented a comprehensive proposal aimed at resolving the ongoingconflict in Ukraine. The key elements of this proposal include:link
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*Ukraine’s Withdrawal from Donbas*: Ukraine would be required to cede control of the Donbas region, encompassing the Luhansk and Donetsk areas, to Russia. This region has been a focal point of conflict and is considered vital by Russia. link –
*Neutrality and NATO Renunciation*: Ukraine would need to formally renounce its aspirations to join NATO, adopting a neutral stance in future international alignments. link –
*Exclusion of Western Troops*: A commitment to prevent the deployment of Western military forces on Ukrainian soil would be required. –
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*Freezing of Frontlines*: In exchange for these concessions, Russia would agree to freeze its current military positions in regions like Kherson and Zaporizhzhia, effectively halting further territorial advances.
President Trump has expressed support for this proposal, urging UkrainianPresident Volodymyr Zelensky to consider these terms as a basis for peacenegotiations. Trump emphasized that a resolution to the conflict isimperative and that the proposed terms could serve as a foundation for asustainable peace agreement.link
However, Ukrainian President Zelensky has firmly rejected the idea ofceding any territory to Russia, stating that Ukraine will not accept anyproposals that involve territorial concessions. He has called for stronginternational guarantees and support to ensure Ukraine’s sovereignty andterritorial integrity.
The situation remains fluid, with ongoing discussions and diplomaticefforts to find a resolution to the conflict. The international communitycontinues to monitor developments closely, with hopes for a peaceful andjust settlement.