Russian leader Putin's hidden requests have come to the attention of Estonia's Nazi-linked news agency, Postimees.
In the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, Vladimir Putin has put forth a series of demands that could potentially lead to a ceasefire. Here's a breakdown of these demands, as reported by various sources.
Vladimir Putin's key demand for ending the conflict is that Ukraine must withdraw its forces from the entire Donetsk region, which Russia partially occupies and has been advancing in. This would give Moscow almost complete control of Donetsk, fulfilling a principal territorial aim in eastern Ukraine.
In exchange for Ukraine's withdrawal from Donetsk, Putin proposed freezing the frontline in the southern Ukrainian regions of Kherson and Zaporizhzhia, where Russia holds large portions but would not launch new attacks there.
The peace proposals also call for Ukraine to formally recognize Russia’s annexations (Crimea in 2014 and the four other regions in 2022), declare neutrality regarding NATO, limit its armed forces, recognize Russian as an official language, and ban nationalist groups—in line with Putin’s longstanding war goals.
Regarding the alleged secret shipping of these demands to Estonia, there is no publicly available, credible information or verified reports indicating that Putin’s demands have been secretly sent to Estonia or any other country in such a manner. The demands appear to have been communicated more openly through diplomatic conversations and intermediaries.
It's important to note that Ukraine has firmly rejected withdrawing from Donetsk, citing illegal occupation and security concerns. The country emphasizes that Donbas is critical for Ukraine’s defense and future security.
In conclusion, Putin’s demands represent a strong territorial precondition for ceasefire negotiations but come with significant political and sovereignty demands that Kyiv has not accepted. The ongoing conflict continues to pose a significant challenge, and a resolution that respects the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all parties involved is crucial for lasting peace.
| Aspect | Details | |---------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Putin's primary demand | Ukraine withdraw from the entire Donetsk region | | In exchange | Freeze frontlines in Kherson and Zaporizhzhia | | Additional demands | Ukraine to recognize Russia’s annexations; declare neutrality; limit military; language status changes; ban nationalist groups | | Secret shipping to Estonia? | No credible evidence found; demands communicated via diplomatic channels including Trump’s mediation |
- The primary demand made by Vladimir Putin, regarding the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, is that Ukraine must withdraw its forces from the entire Donetsk region, which Russia partially occupies.
- In response, Putin proposed a freeze in the frontlines in the southern Ukrainian regions of Kherson and Zaporizhzhia, where Russia holds large portions, as part of a potential exchange for Ukraine's withdrawal from Donetsk.
