International diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine are intensifying. Russia has officially stated a willingness to consider a peace plan proposed by former US President Donald Trump. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Ukraine, together with European partners, will present its own peace plan within the next 7-10 days.
Global leaders have ramped up talks: US representatives will meet Chinese leader Xi Jinping to discuss ways to end the conflict, and UK Prime Minister Starmer is traveling to Turkey for security discussions. A high-level special envoy is also scheduled to visit Ukraine for secret diplomatic negotiations.
Despite Russia's statements, their conditions on Donbas remain unchanged. Diplomacy intensified after an unsuccessful visit by a Russian envoy to the US, followed by remarks from Russian Minister Lavrov suggesting openness to compromise—though the Kremlin’s main position is still firm.
Both Trump’s and the Ukraine-Europe plans feature similarities: freezing the conflict, non-recognition of occupied territories, demilitarization, and further negotiations. The key question now is whether Putin is truly ready to accept these terms.
Equally significant are US-China negotiations about stepping up pressure on Russia to stop the war. The West refuses to recognize Russia's annexation of Ukrainian territories, and most Russian allies refrain from direct support for such Kremlin actions.
Amid these developments, drone attacks on Russian targets—including Moscow—continueto escalate the situation. Ukrainian military leadership emphasizes the need for stronger partnerships with European and Western nations, more weapon production, and new joint projects.
The coming days are expected to see the unveiling of the Ukraine-Europe peace plan, offering a response to Russia’s statements and Trump’s attempts at negotiation.
