Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that a peace plan proposed by the United States could serve as a starting point for talks to end the war in Ukraine. His comments came as pressure grows on Kyiv to respond to the proposal, which has sparked intense debate across Europe and within Ukraine.
The US backed plan is understood to include 28 points covering issues such as Ukrainian territory, security guarantees and future military limits. Reports suggest the proposal asks Ukraine to give up control of some regions now held by Russia and to step back from its goal of joining NATO. Washington has not released the full document publicly, but officials have been urging Ukraine to make a decision soon.
President Putin said the plan was not perfect but could become the basis for further discussions. He also repeated that any agreement must reflect what he called realities on the ground, referring to Russian gains in eastern and southern Ukraine.
Ukraine has strongly resisted the proposal. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that accepting such terms could damage Ukraine’s dignity and freedom. Top Ukrainian security officials have denied reports that Kyiv is considering giving up land or reducing its military strength. They stressed that the country wants a peace that protects its independence and territorial integrity.
The United States has reportedly set an informal Thanksgiving deadline for Ukraine to respond, raising concerns among European allies. Leaders in Germany, France and the United Kingdom have said they support peace talks but insist that any agreement must be acceptable to Ukraine. Some European officials also expressed surprise at the speed and direction of the US push.
The debate comes at a tense moment for Ukraine, which faces continued Russian attacks as well as internal political pressure. At the same time, Russia has signaled it will not compromise on key demands, including recognition of the territories it controls.
As discussions continue, the future of the proposal remains uncertain. Much will depend on how Ukraine balances international pressure with domestic expectations, and how far the United States and Europe are willing to go to revise or support the plan.