Trump’s Plan To End Russia War
The United States may be preparing for one of the most significant foreign-policy shifts in over a decade — a move that could acknowledge Russia’s control of Crimea and other occupied Ukrainian regions as part of a potential peace deal designed to finally end the nearly four-year war.
According to a report from The Telegraph, the proposal would reverse years of Washington’s refusal to legitimize Moscow’s territorial claims, a policy dating back to the Obama administration. Supporters say the world is desperate for stability, and the U.S. cannot ignore the realities on the ground forever.
Trump Sends High-Level Envoys to Moscow
Sources say President Donald Trump has taken a direct role in the effort. Peace envoy Steve Witkoff and senior adviser Jared Kushner reportedly traveled to Moscow to deliver the latest offer personally to Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The Kremlin confirmed Friday it received a revised American plan following emergency talks with Ukrainian and U.S. officials in Geneva last weekend.
This dramatic step signals that the White House is determined to explore every possible path to ending the conflict — including long-taboo policy options.
Recognition Still on the Table
Earlier drafts reportedly contained “de facto” recognition of Russian control over Crimea and the Donbas region. The updated 19-point proposal still includes language that would offer some form of diplomatic acknowledgment of Russia’s occupation.
Putin has repeatedly made it clear that any agreement must include formal U.S. acknowledgment of Russia’s claim over Crimea, Donetsk, and Luhansk. The Kremlin maintains that these regions are now fully integrated into the Russian Federation.
Ukraine Fiercely Rejects Territorial Concessions
Kyiv, however, remains firmly opposed.
Andriy Yermak, chief of staff to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, stressed that no Ukrainian government could give up sovereign land — and pointed to the constitution, which forbids surrendering territory without a national referendum.
He added that “no sane leader” would sign away regions while Russian forces still occupy them.
Europe Raises Red Flags
European allies reacted with alarm, warning that recognizing Russia’s claims would set a dangerous precedent at a time when Western borders and sovereignty are already under pressure.
Following meetings this week, European ministers issued a joint reminder that “borders must not be changed by force.”
Their counter-proposal does not include any territorial recognition and insists that such questions be addressed only after a verified ceasefire.
Major Issues Still Unresolved
Crucial disputes remain — including the future of Russian-held areas in Kherson and Zaporizhzhia. These issues are expected to be settled only in direct talks between President Trump and President Zelenskyy.
Zelenskyy, however, has not yet agreed to travel to the United States, raising questions about how quickly the negotiations can move forward.
High-Stakes Diplomacy With Global Consequences
What happens next will shape far more than Ukraine’s borders.
It will influence U.S. foreign policy, NATO unity, and the strategic balance of power across Europe for decades to come.
For now, both sides appear willing to keep talking — a rare sign of hope in a conflict that has cost thousands of lives and destabilized an entire region.
