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Peace Talks in the Balance: Territorial Concessions Meet Western Guarantees in Ukraine War
world10 days ago

Peace Talks in the Balance: Territorial Concessions Meet Western Guarantees in Ukraine War

ISW warns that Western reporting suggests the United States may have accepted a Russia-driven sequence in peace talks that would see Ukraine cede territory (notably parts of Donetsk) before any formal Western security guarantees, a framework Kyiv has signaled it could accept only with meaningful protections—a setup that risks leaving Ukraine exposed to renewed Russian aggression. Moscow remains unreconciled on guarantees and seeks further territorial gains, complicating a durable peace. Western aid to Ukraine continues, Russia’s economy appears strained, and fighting persists across multiple fronts with ongoing drone/missile campaigns and strikes on energy and rear infrastructure.

via Institute for the Study of War|
#donetsk-fortress-belt#security-guarantees#territorial-concessions
Zelensky warns appeasement won't end war at Munich Security Conference
world11 days ago

Zelensky warns appeasement won't end war at Munich Security Conference

At the Munich Security Conference, President Zelensky said territorial concessions would not bring peace and warned that appeasing Russia by sacrificing Ukrainian land would be an illusion, drawing a parallel to the 1938 Munich Agreement. He urged deeper European involvement in negotiations, noted the US’s 15-year security guarantee while Kyiv seeks 20+ years, and stressed Ukraine’s willingness to pursue a ceasefire and reforms only if a lasting security arrangement is achieved.

via The Kyiv Independent|
#munich-security-conference#peace-talks#territorial-concessions
world6 months ago

Potential Ukraine-Russia Peace Summit: Key Questions and Locations

The article discusses the potential for upcoming Ukraine-Russia peace talks, possibly involving a trilateral summit in Budapest hosted by Viktor Orbán, with key issues including territorial concessions and the shifting stance of U.S. President Trump. The talks face obstacles such as Russia's demands for land swaps and Ukraine's firm stance against ceding territory, while the U.S. political stance remains uncertain.

via Politico|
#peace-talks#russia#territorial-concessions
Trump warns Russia of severe consequences over Ukraine conflict
world6 months ago

Trump warns Russia of severe consequences over Ukraine conflict

Trump suggested that only Ukraine can negotiate territorial concessions involving land swaps with Russia, but did not specify territories, while Macron noted there were no detailed land swap discussions. Ukraine's Zelenskyy firmly rejected the idea of land swaps without Ukraine's consent. Both Macron and Costa mentioned agreements on seeking a ceasefire and U.S. involvement in future security guarantees for Ukraine.

via politico.eu|
#macron#peace-settlement#territorial-concessions
world6 months ago

Russia Intensifies Ukraine Offensive Amidst New Tactics and US Aid

Kremlin officials are reportedly demanding Ukraine cede key territories in Donetsk and Luhansk as part of a ceasefire, with Russia seeking to freeze the front lines without a full withdrawal, while Ukraine and its allies remain cautious, fearing such concessions would favor Russia and prolong the conflict. Russia's ongoing military efforts and strategic positions, along with Putin's uncompromising demands, suggest little genuine interest in peace negotiations, and recent drone strikes indicate continued hostilities. The situation remains complex, with international diplomacy and military developments closely intertwined.

via Institute for the Study of War|
#ceasefire#russia#territorial-concessions
Zelenskyy's bold offer: Belgorod for NATO membership
international-relations2 years ago

Zelenskyy's bold offer: Belgorod for NATO membership

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is willing to exchange the Russian city of Belgorod for NATO membership. Zelenskyy's comment came in response to proposals regarding territorial concessions for peace and NATO membership. The possibility of exchanging Ukrainian territories for peace negotiations has been a topic of discussion, with NATO officials suggesting Ukraine's potential membership in exchange for territorial concessions. However, Zelenskyy emphasized that any decision regarding peace negotiations and territorial exchanges should be made by Ukraine alone.

via Yahoo News|
#belgorod#international-relations#nato-membership
Ukraine's Counteroffensive: Allies Receive Sobering Updates
conflictwar2 years ago

Ukraine's Counteroffensive: Allies Receive Sobering Updates

Western officials are receiving increasingly "sobering" updates on Ukraine's counteroffensive, with assessments indicating that Ukrainian forces are facing significant challenges in retaking territory from Russia. The difficulty lies in breaking through Russia's multi-layered defensive lines, which are fortified with mines and trenches. Ukrainian forces have incurred heavy losses, leading to regrouping and a reduction in casualties. The slow progress has exposed the difficulty of transforming Ukrainian forces into effective mechanized units, despite training on new weapons systems. The approaching fall season and the widening gap between expectations and results are raising concerns about the need for peace negotiations and potential territorial concessions.

via CNN|
#conflictwar#counteroffensive#russian-defense
Blinken deems Russian invasion of Ukraine a strategic blunder.
international-relations2 years ago

Blinken deems Russian invasion of Ukraine a strategic blunder.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken rejected calls for cease-fires or territorial concessions to end the war in Ukraine, stating that such proposals would legitimize Putin's aggression and encourage future assaults. Blinken laid out US strategy for hardening Ukraine against long-term Russian threats and principles for a just and lasting peace, including Ukraine's territorial integrity, Russian reparations, and accountability for war crimes. He said the US would support negotiations if and when Russia is ready to work for true peace.

via The Washington Post|
#antony-blinken#cease-fire#international-relations