Kremlin advisor Vladimir Suslov has outlined Russia's new conditions for ending the war in Ukraine. According to the Italian press, these demands are part of the Kremlin's information campaign ahead of a potential Trump-Putin meeting.
Suslov claims Russia proposes the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from Donbas in exchange for Russian forces leaving Sumy, Dnipropetrovsk, and Kharkiv regions while keeping the current frontlines. Other proposed conditions include Ukraine's non-accession to NATO, complete demilitarization, and constitutional reform to federalize the country.
Ukrainian experts note that Russian presence in these regions is minimal, suggesting the proposals are an information tactic. The centerpiece of the plan is Russia's goal to make a bilateral deal with the US about Ukraine without Ukrainian or EU involvement.
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that despite talk of peace, Russia is preparing for new offensives in Donbas and the Zaporizhzhia direction. He warns that any withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from Donbas would open the way for further conflict.
Additionally, a potential natural disaster is reported in Alaska, with residents urged to evacuate due to flood risk just before the anticipated Trump-Putin meeting.
The West maintains that any peace process lacking Ukraine's involvement is illegitimate. Kremlin statements and attempts to reach agreements behind Ukraine's back are viewed as pressure tactics.
Meanwhile, media discussions continue on diverse perspectives about the war's progress and prospects for a peace settlement, including those from European leaders.
