Ukraine is set to present a partial ceasefire proposal to the United States, in a bid to restore support from its key ally, amidst a three-year war with Russia.
The proposal, to be discussed in Saudi Arabia, includes a ceasefire in the sky and at sea, which Ukraine believes is easy to implement and monitor.
The conflict between Ukraine and Russia began in 2014, when Russia annexed Crimea, a peninsula in eastern Ukraine. The annexation was widely condemned by the international community, and Ukraine has since been fighting Russian-backed separatists in the Donbas region.
The United States has been a key supporter of Ukraine in the conflict, providing military aid and diplomatic support. However, relations between the two nations have been strained in recent months, following a tense meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and US President Donald Trump.
During the meeting, Trump demanded concessions from Ukraine to end the war, including the signing of a agreement that would give the United States access to much of Ukraine’s mineral wealth. Zelensky refused to sign the agreement, leading to a suspension of military aid to Ukraine.
The partial ceasefire proposal to be presented to the US includes a ceasefire in the sky and at sea, which Ukraine believes is easy to implement and monitor. The proposal is seen as a way for Ukraine to demonstrate its commitment to finding a peaceful solution to the conflict, while also addressing US concerns about the war.
The conflict in Ukraine has drawn in several international actors, including the European Union, the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), and the United Nations. Saudi Arabia is hosting the talks between Ukraine and the US, and other nations are involved in efforts to resolve the conflict.
The presentation of the partial ceasefire proposal to the US marks an important step in efforts to resolve the conflict in Ukraine. However, a lasting peace deal remains uncertain, and the situation on the ground remains volatile.
As the talks in Saudi Arabia continue, it is essential that all parties involved work towards finding a peaceful solution to the conflict. The international community must continue to support Ukraine in its efforts to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity, while also encouraging Russia to respect Ukraine’s borders and engage in meaningful negotiations.