Summary
President Donald Trump is involved in negotiations to end the Russia-Ukraine war. A peace proposal, which includes conditions favoring Russian interests, is being discussed. Ukrainian President Zelensky and European leaders are concerned about the terms, which include Ukraine giving up control of some regions and not joining NATO.
Key Facts
- President Trump attended the Kennedy Center Honors and discussed the U.S. peace proposal for Ukraine.
- A peace plan from the U.S. includes Ukraine possibly surrendering the Donbas region and accepting Russia's control of Crimea.
- The plan suggests Ukraine would not pursue joining NATO.
- Trump’s team, including Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, is working on the proposal with figures linked to Russia.
- Some U.S. senators claim the plan looks like a "Russian wish list."
- President Zelensky is skeptical about the proposal, arguing it legitimizes Russian territorial gains.
- European leaders are divided; some are wary of a deal that could weaken Ukraine.
- Negotiations continue while Russian military attacks in Ukraine persist.
