US proposal to recognise Crimea as Russian stirs tension
The United States proposes recognising the annexation of Crimea by Russia and freezing the front line as part of a peace agreement, according to sources from "The Washington Post." Volodymyr Zelensky responded to the information by firmly stating that Ukraine does not recognize the annexation of Crimea.
What do you need to know?
- The US plans to recognise Crimea as Russian: This proposal is set to be presented during a meeting of Ukrainian and European officials in London on 23 April.
- Conditions for Russia: In exchange for recognising Crimea, Russia would have to cease military actions in Ukraine.
- Ukraine's reaction: Kyiv has mixed feelings about the proposal, with the level of pressure on Ukraine described as "astounding."
What are the details of the US proposal?
According to information provided by "The Washington Post," the US plans to recognise Crimea as part of Russia as part of a new peace agreement. This proposal was already presented to Ukrainian representatives in Paris last week. In exchange for recognising Crimea, Russia would have to cease military actions in Ukraine.
What are the reactions of Ukraine and its allies?
An adviser to the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, admitted that there are elements in the American proposals with which Kyiv agrees, as well as those that raise opposition. A Western official described the level of pressure on Ukraine as "impressive." In the event of a refusal from the US, Europe, and the UK will have to make strategic decisions to support Ukraine.
Zelensky reacts
On Tuesday, Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized that Ukraine does not recognize the occupation of Crimea, stating that it violates the country's Constitution, according to Channel 24.
