Ukraine and Europe Denounce U.S. Plan as ‘Capitulation’ to Russia
Tensions within the Western alliance have surged after Ukraine and key European nations condemned a reported U.S. proposal urging Kyiv to negotiate with Russia—a move they label as a dangerous “capitulation” to Moscow. The backlash highlights deepening divisions among Ukraine’s allies as the war nears its third year, with military aid delays and shifting political priorities threatening unity.
U.S. Proposal: Peace or Forced Surrender?
Sources reveal U.S. officials privately discussed a plan to push Ukraine into peace talks with Russia in exchange for potential NATO security guarantees. The unconfirmed proposal reportedly involves Ukraine ceding occupied territories—a notion Kyiv has fiercely rejected.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy blasted the idea as a “betrayal of sovereignty” and a reward for Russian aggression. “We will decide how this war ends,” he declared, reiterating demands for full Russian withdrawal, including Crimea.
European Allies Back Kyiv’s Stance
Leaders from Poland, the Baltics, and the Czech Republic joined Ukraine in condemning the plan. Estonian PM Kaja Kallas warned: “This is appeasement—Putin will demand more.” Germany and France also stressed that any deal must respect Ukraine’s sovereignty, with Macron insisting negotiations “must be Ukraine’s choice.”
U.S. Response: No Formal Plan, but Talks Intensify
The Biden administration downplayed the report, with National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan stating “nothing about Ukraine without Ukraine.” However, behind-the-scenes discussions are growing as Western aid stalls and political fatigue sets in.
Kremlock Seizes on Western Discord
Moscow exploited the rift, with Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov claiming the U.S. is “accepting reality.” Russian state media framed the divide as NATO’s weakening resolve, boosting Putin’s narrative.
What Comes Next?
With Ukraine’s counteroffensive stalled and Russian advances continuing, Western leaders face mounting pressure to sustain support. Kyiv remains defiant—Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba vowed: “The only capitulation we accept is Russia’s.”
As debates over negotiations escalate, the West’s unity hangs in the balance. The coming months will test whether allies can maintain solidarity—or if Putin’s waiting game succeeds.
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