US proposes ceasefire in Ukraine under new peace plan
The US plan presented during the meeting in Paris is based on freezing the war and easing sanctions on Russia if the ceasefire holds, Bloomberg reports on Friday.
What do you need to know?
- American plan: A meeting of American and European officials took place in Paris, presenting a proposal to freeze the conflict.
- Easing sanctions on Russia: If the ceasefire holds, the US is considering easing the sanctions imposed on Russia.
- No recognition of Russian gains: The plan does not require Ukraine to recognise Russian territorial gains, but excludes Ukraine from NATO membership.
What are the details of the American plan on the war in Ukraine?
The American plan concerning Ukraine, presented in Paris, involves freezing the war and easing sanctions on Russia if the ceasefire holds. The meeting in the French capital gathered American and European officials who discussed ending the conflict.
According to Bloomberg, this plan would effectively freeze the war, leaving occupied territories under Russian control but without recognising Russian gains.
What does freezing the war mean for Ukraine?
Freezing the war would mean that the conflict in Ukraine would not be formally ended, but military actions would be halted. The plan excludes Ukraine's membership in NATO, which is a key point for Kyiv.
Easing sanctions on Russia would only occur in the case of a lasting ceasefire, which, according to agency sources, would not constitute a final settlement of the war issue.
What are the reactions to the US proposal?
Reactions to the American plan are mixed. Some European officials fear that freezing the conflict may entrench the current situation, leaving Ukraine in a disadvantageous position. Others see it as an opportunity to halt hostilities and ease tensions in the region. More information on reactions and next steps in this matter is expected to be available soon.
