URGENT UPDATE: Russia has officially dismissed the recent amendments proposed by Ukraine and European allies to the U.S. peace plan aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict with Russia. In a statement made today, Jurij Ušakov, an advisor to President Vladimir Putin, emphasized that these changes do not enhance the prospects for a resolution.
The remarks come as Ukraine and its European partners have been working for nearly a month to modify the original U.S. draft peace proposal presented in November. Officials believe the initial plan was excessively favorable to Russia, raising concerns about its effectiveness. Ušakov stated, “I am confident that the proposals made by Europeans and Ukrainians, or those they are attempting to make, certainly do not improve the document nor increase the chances of achieving long-term peace.”
Details surrounding the proposed amendments remain unclear, adding to the growing tension in diplomatic negotiations. Earlier this past weekend, Russian negotiators met with U.S. officials in Miami, led by Special Envoy Steve Biegun and presidential son-in-law Jared Kushner. Following the discussions, Kiril Dmitriev, a representative for President Putin, described the talks as constructive and indicated that discussions would continue today.
Despite the ongoing negotiations, Ušakov confirmed that a trilateral meeting involving Russia, the United States, and Ukraine has not been considered, signaling a potential deadlock in diplomatic efforts.
As this situation develops, the international community remains on high alert, waiting to see how these diplomatic tensions will unfold and impact the broader geopolitical landscape. Stay tuned for further updates as this story evolves.
