PoliticsWar Trump has proposed a “peace plan” that features transferring Crimea to Russia. Tuesday, April 22, 2025

In line with the WSJ and Bloomberg, the plan entails a ceasefire alongside the present entrance line (freezing the struggle), stopping Ukraine’s accession to NATO, and formally recognizing Crimea as Russian. One other proposed element is to deem the realm surrounding the occupied Zaporizhzhia NPP as impartial and place it beneath US management. Moreover, the plan suggests easing sanctions towards Russia and restoring its sovereign belongings. Nonetheless, it doesn’t acknowledge Russia’s authorized declare to the 4 areas it presently occupies (although there is no such thing as a requirement for troop withdrawal from these areas). The US additionally doesn’t suggest limiting the dimensions of the Ukrainian army and stays open to offering Western army assist or deploying European troops. The US goals to realize a whole ceasefire inside a number of weeks and awaits Ukraine’s response throughout a gathering of officers in London later this week. If the positions of the US, Europe, and Ukraine align, the proposal could also be forwarded to Moscow. The plan doesn’t present for a remaining decision to the struggle however is meant to function a stepping stone towards lasting peace. Moreover, the US launched a draft idea for a ceasefire-compliance monitoring mechanism in Ukraine, if an settlement is reached with Russia.