U.S.-backed peace proposal is a starting point to end war in Ukraine, Putin says

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Russia Seeks Starting Point for Peace Talks Amid Ongoing Ukraine Conflict

Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated that US-backed peace proposals could serve as a starting point for negotiations to end the war in Ukraine. The 28-point plan, previously submitted by former US President Donald Trump, offers a framework for discussions on key issues such as territorial withdrawals and security arrangements.

According to Putin, Ukrainian troops must withdraw from occupied territories before hostilities can cease. If this does not happen, Russia will take measures to achieve its objectives through force. The Russian leader's stance remains unchanged despite Trump's efforts to broker a settlement.

Putin has previously demanded that Ukraine completely withdraw from the Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson, and Zaporizhia regions before considering any peace negotiations. He also seeks to prevent Ukraine from joining NATO and hosting Western troops, aiming to gradually pull the country back under Russian influence.

Meanwhile, US special envoy Steve Witkoff is scheduled to visit Moscow next week, while US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll may head to Kyiv to engage in further peace talks. Analysts suggest that Putin is attempting to outwait Western countries' commitment to supporting Ukraine's war effort, with some European officials accusing Russia of stalling in order to seize more territory before accepting any deal.

Recent claims by Russian officials about battlefield momentum in Ukraine have been disputed by the Institute for the Study of War, which argues that a rapid Russian seizure of Donetsk Oblast is not imminent. The think tank notes that data on Russian forces' rate of advance indicates that a military victory is not inevitable and that opportunistic advances are largely dependent on seasonal weather conditions.

The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine remains unresolved, with fighting continuing despite diplomatic efforts.
 
I'm telling ya, this whole situation is getting more complicated by the minute 🤯. Putin's stance on Ukrainian troops withdrawing from occupied territories before any peace talks can happen just seems like a load of baloney to me 🙄. I mean, what's next? Russia saying they'll only talk if Ukraine gives up their Netflix passwords 😂.

And don't even get me started on this 28-point plan thingy 📝. It sounds like a bunch of hooey to me. Can't we just have some real, honest-to-goodness negotiations instead of all these back-and-forth games? 💭

And what's with the Western countries' lack of commitment to supporting Ukraine? I get that things are tough over there, but come on, can't we just stand united for once? 🤝 It's like Putin's trying to wear us down with his "outwait them" strategy ⏰.

I'm all for peace and finding a solution to this conflict, but it feels like we're just going around in circles at this point 😩. Maybe someone should throw a wrench into the works and shake things up 🔄?
 
🤔 I'm not buying it 🙄. Putin's all about playing hardball here... if Ukraine doesn't give in on his terms, he'll just keep pushing until they do 🚫. And what's up with these US officials thinking they can just swoop in and fix things? Have you seen the stats from the Institute for the Study of War? It says there's no clear momentum on either side... it's all just a bunch of bluffing and posturing 💁‍♂️. I need to see some actual proof that Putin's willing to back down 📝, but until then, I'm not holding my breath 👎.
 
🤔 this whole thing feels like a setup to me, you know? Putin's all about playing the victim, saying the US is holding him back from peace talks... meanwhile, Trump's plan was rejected by Ukraine in the first place, and now he's trying to pawn it off as some sort of 'starting point'? 🙄 And don't even get me started on the whole "Russian troops must withdraw" thing... that just sounds like a classic case of 'don't push us too hard or we'll take matters into our own hands'. 🤝
 
🤔 I don't get why Putin's being so stubborn about this peace thing. Like, what's he really afraid of? 🤑 Ukraine wants to be free, and if that means leaving some territory behind, that's a small price to pay for their lives and freedom. And NATO is not just about military presence, it's also about security and protection from other threats like China or Iran... 🚀 Anyway, I think we should give Putin some space to negotiate, but we can't just wait around forever. We need to keep pushing him on this and making sure Ukraine gets the support they need. 💪
 
Wow 😅, seems like Putin's sticking to his guns over this whole Ukraine thing... Interesting 🤔 how the West is responding with more talks and diplomats going back and forth – gonna be a long and tricky process getting Russia to drop its ambitions 🚫💥
 
omg u guys r like totally hyped for peace talks lol🤩 but seriously, putin's stance is kinda harsh rn 🤔 he wants ukranians to vacate occupied territories before negotiations can even begin 🚫 and if they don't, russia will take military action 💥 which is super concerning 🕷️. i mean, steve witkoff's headed to moscow nxt wk and dan driscoll's gonna meet with kyiv reps 👥 but ukraine's army's still holding strong in the face of russian aggression 💪.

i read some analysis saying putin's just tryna outwait western countries' support 🤝 but i'm like, what if russia really does take more territory before accepting any deal? 🤔 it's all super uncertain atm ⚠️. and btw, think tank is saying russian forces ain't gonna win this war anytime soon 😂👀. guess we'll just have to keep an eye on this situation 👀💭
 
Imo, it's getting old hearing about both sides making empty promises 🤔. Putin's stance is super clear: withdraw Ukrainian troops or face the consequences 💥. But Trump's 28-point plan was actually kinda decent 🤝. Maybe we'll see some actual progress if these talks go well. The US seems to be trying hard, with Steve Witkoff and Dan Driscoll both heading to Moscow and Kyiv next week 👊. Fingers crossed it all works out for Ukraine's sake 💕. One thing that does make me nervous is the whole NATO thing 🤯. Putin just wants Ukraine back under Russian control, but I don't think that'll happen without a major diplomatic fail 🚫. Still, gotta keep an open mind and hope these talks actually lead to something concrete 🤞
 
Its like Putin's trying to get his way here... Russia wants control over those regions in Ukraine, but its not clear if they're gonna take them or just keep pushing Ukraine around. I mean, the 28-point plan sounds cool on paper, but at the end of the day, it's all about what Putin gets out of it. And let's be real, he's been pretty vocal about not wanting Ukraine to join NATO and have Western troops stationed there... its like he's trying to pull them back into Russia's sphere of influence. But the US is still pushing for peace talks, which is a good thing I guess? Its always hard to predict how these things will play out, but one thing's for sure - this conflict's not gonna be resolved anytime soon
 
lol i dont get why russians keep saying they wanna negotiate but keep invading 🤷‍♂️ meanwhile us just keeps sending diplomats over there like steve witkoff is gonna make a diff 💬 Putin's all about getting what he wants by force if u ask me, 28 point plan or not 📝 still sounds like bs to me, who really thinks they can control the whole thing? 🤔
 
I'm so concerned about the situation in Ukraine 🤕🌎 it feels like we're stuck in this never-ending cycle of violence. I think what's really troubling me is how Russia's demands are being framed as a necessity for peace negotiations. Like, can't they see that just because someone's not signing on to their idea doesn't mean it's not worth exploring? 💡

I've been thinking a lot about the importance of empathy and understanding in these situations 🤝💖. It feels like we're losing sight of the human impact of all this conflict. We need to keep finding ways to bring people together, even if it's just for a moment of mutual respect 👫💬.

I'm also curious about what role Western countries can play here 🌍👥. Are they doing enough to support Ukraine without putting pressure on Russia? It feels like there's always one side or the other that's getting the upper hand 💪🏽😬.

It's gonna be tough to find a resolution, but I'm gonna keep spreading love and positivity wherever I can ✨💫
 
I mean come on, Russia is just trying to get the upper hand here 🤔. Putin's all about control, wants Ukraine under his thumb 24/7 ⏰. It's not like they're even willing to compromise, want everything their way, including NATO and Western troops out 🚫. I don't trust them one bit, think it's a ploy to distract from their own failures in the war effort 💁‍♂️. And now they're stalling, waiting for the West to make a move? Give me a break 😒. It's all about Russia getting its way, no matter what 🤷‍♂️.
 
🤔 Can you believe this? Putin thinks he can just wait out the West and get what he wants? It's like playing chess with a global superpower 🎲. Newsflash, Vladimir: your military might isn't enough to intimidate everyone! The US is still committed to supporting Ukraine, no matter how long it takes.

And what's with all this talk of Ukrainian troops withdrawing from occupied territories? Like, come on, that's just going to make things worse for the people living there 😔. It's always about the power play and who gets to decide what happens next. Meanwhile, innocent civilians are caught in the middle, suffering while we watch.

It's time for some real compromise and a honest effort at peace. But until then, I'll be over here 🙄, watching this drama unfold with great interest... and skepticism 😒.
 
I'm so glad Putin finally found a new hobby – trying to negotiate peace 🙄. Like, who knew the best way to win a war was by proposing a 28-point plan and then just waiting for everyone else to get their act together? And let's be real, it's not like Russia hasn't been "attempting" to pull Ukraine back under its control since like, forever... 😒.

It's almost laughable that Putin is trying to outwait the West on supporting Ukraine, but at least he's consistent in his aggression 🤦‍♂️. I mean, who needs diplomacy when you've got military force, right? And those European officials complaining about Russia stalling are just mad because they can't figure out how to get Putin to make a move 🔥.

On the bright side, maybe Trump's plan will finally be put into action and we'll all get to enjoy some peace talks 🤞. Until then, I'll just be over here waiting for the inevitable 😴.
 
I'm low-key skeptical about these peace talks... Like, Putin's gonna try to get what he wants without actually giving up anything, you know? And those 28-point proposals from Trump are probably just a Trojan horse for Russia to get away with more territorial gains. I mean, come on, Ukraine has already lost so much territory... why would they agree to any deal that lets Russia pull them back under its control? 🤔 And what's with all these Western diplomats visiting Moscow and Kyiv? Just trying to placate Putin while he pulls the strings from behind the scenes.
 
I'm kinda skeptical about this peace proposal thingy 🤔... I mean, Putin's always gonna want what he wants, right? And if the US is backing it up, I'm guessing Russia will just use it as an excuse to keep on keeping on with their military buildup in Ukraine 😒. It feels like they're trying to outwait us instead of actually negotiating a real peace deal. I don't think we should get our hopes up too high just yet... 🚫
 
im so down for peace talks 🤞, but what's the catch here? it feels like russia wants to control everything and make ukraine do their bidding... Putin seems super firm on certain conditions and its kinda worrying that he's not budging 🤔. hope us and other countries can convince him otherwise tho! 🙏
 
I'm so tired of these endless negotiations 🤯. Can't they just agree already?! It's like they're trying to outsmart each other on some kind of geo-political chessboard 🎲. Putin's all about control and dominance, but at what cost? I mean, we've seen the devastation in Ukraine - innocent people caught in the middle of this conflict 😔.

I think it's interesting that Russia is looking for a starting point, like Trump's 28-point plan. Maybe that'll be the key to unlocking some real progress 🤞. But we need more than just proposals on paper - we need concrete actions and a willingness to listen to each other's concerns 👂.

It's also concerning that Putin's stance remains unchanged despite all these efforts. It feels like he's trying to wear them down, waiting for the perfect moment to pounce 💪. I hope US special envoy Steve Witkoff is able to get some real traction in Moscow and we start seeing some progress soon ⏱️.
 
🤔 I'm surprised Putin is still stuck on the 28-point plan from Trump's admin. Like, didn't he think about how outdated it was? 🙄 It's been ages since that proposal came out, and you'd think Russia would've had a better strategy by now.

And btw, if Ukraine isn't going to withdraw from those territories, then what's the point of peace talks?! 🤷‍♂️ I get that Putin wants to pull Ukraine back under Russian influence, but this whole 'force' thing is super concerning. Can't they just have a diplomatic conversation like normal people? 😒

And don't even get me started on the analysts saying Russia's trying to outwait Western countries... like, what's the hurry?! 🕰️ It feels like Putin's just trying to wear everyone down. Newsflash: it won't work! 😎
 
So now Putin's all about peace talks... sure 🙄. I'm sure he'd never use it as an excuse to keep expanding his "sphere of influence". Those 28-point proposals sound like a lot of hot air to me... more like a way for Russia to dictate terms and Ukraine to just roll over. And what's with the "we'll take measures through force" threats? Because that's exactly what we need, more uncertainty. 🤔

I mean, I guess it's good that there are still some Western officials willing to talk... but let's not forget that Putin's been saying the same things for years and nothing ever changes. Maybe it's time for Ukraine to get creative with their own proposals? 🤷‍♀️ And can we please just have a real discussion about the future of Eastern Europe without Russia trying to rewrite history every five seconds? 🚫
 
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