Summary
Envoys for President Donald Trump are going to Russia to talk with President Vladimir Putin about a peace plan for Ukraine. The U.S. is hopeful about reaching a deal, but Ukraine is concerned that the plan may favor Russian demands. Details of the peace proposal are not fully disclosed, but key issues include Ukraine's territorial integrity and military limits.
Key Facts
- U.S. envoys, including Jared Kushner, will meet President Putin to discuss a peace plan for Ukraine.
- President Trump had promised to resolve the Ukraine conflict quickly during his election campaign.
- A draft plan was leaked and criticized as favoring Russian demands, like limiting Ukraine's military.
- Ukraine's President Zelenskyy insists on maintaining Ukraine's territorial boundaries as a primary concern.
- Russia's President Putin has said he is open to discussions but wants Ukraine to meet certain conditions.
- Russian forces have made recent advances in eastern Ukraine, sparking concerns.
- The U.S. believes significant numbers of people have died in the conflict.
