The Wall Street Journal reported that Russian President Vladimir Putin submitted this week to the US administration a widespread suggestion for a ceasefire in Ukraine, which includes major regional concessions on the part of Kiev, in addition to seeking international recognition of Moscow’s demands, according to European and Ukrainian officials.
American movements and European reservations
The proposal raised the willingness of US President Donald Trump to prepare for a summit with the Russian leader, while European officials expressed great doubts about his feasibility.
Moscow’s controversial conditions
The Russian offer requires that Ukraine hand over the east of the country known as Donbas, in exchange for Moscow’s commitment to stopping the fighting, without making other major concessions by Russia.
Urgent diplomatic contacts
According to officials, Putin transferred his presentation on Wednesday to the American special envoy Steve Whitkov during a meeting in Moscow, which led to quick diplomatic moves to obtain more details about the proposal provisions.
