Russian President Vladimir Putin may agree to the ceasefire in exchange for the transfer of Eastern Ukraine. It is reported by The Wall Street Journal with reference to European and Ukrainian officials.
The publication claims that Putin submitted the proposal of the US Presidential Administration Donald Trump, which is negotiating the conflict in Ukraine.
It is noted that the conditions of the ceasefire Putin demanded to achieve from Ukraine recognition of Russia’s requirements and go to Significant territorial concessions.
The proposal providing for the transfer of the eastern part of Ukraine, Putin allegedly transferred on Wednesday, August 6, the specialized US president’s special Superior Steve Witkoff, who came to Moscow. regions.
The Trump administration informed European and Ukrainian officials about this proposal, which caused them concern.
earlier, on Wednesday, the head of the White House said that Putin’s proposal is not a “breakthrough”, but it looks quite attractive to start preparing for the highest level next week.