Trump Administration's Seven-Point Peace Plan for Ukraine Revealed: Territorial Concessions to Russia Proposed

Reports indicate the Trump administration has proposed a seven-point peace plan for Ukraine. The plan aims to fulfill Trump's campaign promise to end the conflict. It involves territorial concessions to Russia and has sparked international debate. The proposal suggests the U.S. would formally recognize Russian sovereignty over Crimea. It also implies a de facto recognition of other occupied territories. This would essentially freeze the current front lines, allowing Russia to retain control of captured areas. In return, Russia would cede two small areas to Ukraine, including access to the Dnipro River's mouth. The Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant would be transferred to U.S. control. The plan also proposes lifting U.S. sanctions on Russia and potential energy cooperation. However, Ukrainian President Zelensky has stated that Ukraine will not accept Russia's occupation of Crimea. He also stated that Ukraine will not accept any ban from joining NATO. Trump responded by saying Zelensky's statement is detrimental to peace negotiations. European leaders have emphasized the need to respect Ukraine's territorial integrity. Putin has stated Russia must expand its military-industrial capacity.