U.S. Warns Ukraine: Sign Peace Deal by Thanksgiving or Lose Backing
The United States is pressuring Ukraine to reach a peace agreement with Russia by late November—or face potential cuts to critical military and political support, according to insider reports. The Biden administration has privately cautioned Kyiv that without tangible progress toward ending the war, Western aid could diminish, altering the conflict’s trajectory.
Behind the Deadline: Why the U.S. Is Pushing for Peace
Anonymous U.S. and European officials told NextMinuteNews that Washington’s urgency stems from:
– Economic strain from prolonged war efforts.
– Global instability fueled by the conflict.
– Domestic pressure as 2024 U.S. elections near, with Republicans scrutinizing aid packages.
The reported Thanksgiving ultimatum aims to spur diplomacy before winter intensifies, but it has ignited controversy. While Ukraine publicly refuses to cede territory, Western leaders increasingly advocate for concessions.
Ukraine’s Tough Choice: Sovereignty or Sustained Support?
President Zelensky insists on reclaiming Crimea and the Donbas, but U.S. officials propose a Korea-style truce—freezing frontlines without requiring full Russian withdrawal. Kyiv fears this would legitimize Moscow’s occupation.
A Ukrainian official stated, “We cannot trade territory for time.” Yet with U.S. congressional aid stalled, Ukraine’s negotiating power may be eroding.
NATO Divides: Cracks in Western Unity
The U.S. pressure reveals fissures among allies:
– Germany and France openly discuss peace talks.
– Hungary’s Orbán demands an end to sanctions against Russia.
– Critics warn that concessions could embolden Putin and destabilize Europe.
Former NATO chief Anders Fogh Rasmussen argued, “Abandoning Kyiv now would signal hollow Western resolve.”
3 Possible Outcomes Before Thanksgiving
- Ceasefire Agreement: Ukraine and Russia reach a deal with international security guarantees.
- Frozen Conflict: Fighting halts without resolution, leaving occupied zones in limbo.
- Aid Reduction: U.S. support declines, forcing Ukraine into defensive attrition.
As the deadline looms, the world watches whether Zelensky will compromise—or if the U.S. threat is a negotiation tactic.
— Reporting by NextMinuteNews Foreign Desk
Key Takeaways:
– The U.S. sets a late November deadline for Ukraine-Russia peace talks.
– Western aid hinges on progress, straining Ukraine’s stance.
– NATO unity wavers as global stakes rise.
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