EU Chief Warns Ukraine May Be Forced To Concessions As Trump and Putin Meet
The European Union's foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, has expressed concerns that a meeting between US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Russian President Vladimir Putin may put pressure on Kyiv to make concessions. The two are set to meet in Moscow on Tuesday, amid efforts to find a peaceful solution to the ongoing war.
Kallas stated that the talks could lead to Ukraine making concessions and obligations, while Russia continues its aggressive actions against civilians and civilian infrastructure. She warned that allowing Russia to change borders by force would set a dangerous precedent for the world.
The US plan, which emerged last month, includes granting Moscow territories in eastern Ukraine it does not yet control, forcing Kyiv to cap the size of its army, and abandoning its ambition to join NATO. While the plan has since been changed, concerns remain about any deal that could enshrine forced border changes and fail to punish war crimes.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has rejected the idea of rewarding Russia for its invasion, saying "Russia must not be rewarded for this war." He also held calls with European leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
Macron emphasized that only Ukraine can decide on its territories in peace negotiations with Russia, while Europeans must ensure security guarantees. Merz stressed the need for "no dictated peace" in Ukraine, with Kyiv and European allies involved in any deal to end the war.
Kallas warned that the push to end the war could be entering a "pivotal week," as she described weekend talks between the US and Ukraine as "difficult but productive." However, she also expressed skepticism about the ability of the US to find a good solution for Ukraine alone, stating that Ukrainians are stronger when they stand together with Europeans.
The meeting between Witkoff and Putin is set to take place at Russia's expense, with Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner expected to attend. The US plan has been revised since its initial release, but concerns remain about the potential consequences of any deal that could benefit Russia.
The European Union's foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, has expressed concerns that a meeting between US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Russian President Vladimir Putin may put pressure on Kyiv to make concessions. The two are set to meet in Moscow on Tuesday, amid efforts to find a peaceful solution to the ongoing war.
Kallas stated that the talks could lead to Ukraine making concessions and obligations, while Russia continues its aggressive actions against civilians and civilian infrastructure. She warned that allowing Russia to change borders by force would set a dangerous precedent for the world.
The US plan, which emerged last month, includes granting Moscow territories in eastern Ukraine it does not yet control, forcing Kyiv to cap the size of its army, and abandoning its ambition to join NATO. While the plan has since been changed, concerns remain about any deal that could enshrine forced border changes and fail to punish war crimes.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has rejected the idea of rewarding Russia for its invasion, saying "Russia must not be rewarded for this war." He also held calls with European leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
Macron emphasized that only Ukraine can decide on its territories in peace negotiations with Russia, while Europeans must ensure security guarantees. Merz stressed the need for "no dictated peace" in Ukraine, with Kyiv and European allies involved in any deal to end the war.
Kallas warned that the push to end the war could be entering a "pivotal week," as she described weekend talks between the US and Ukraine as "difficult but productive." However, she also expressed skepticism about the ability of the US to find a good solution for Ukraine alone, stating that Ukrainians are stronger when they stand together with Europeans.
The meeting between Witkoff and Putin is set to take place at Russia's expense, with Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner expected to attend. The US plan has been revised since its initial release, but concerns remain about the potential consequences of any deal that could benefit Russia.
. On one hand, we want to end the war and find a peaceful solution, but on the other hand, we can't just let Ukraine get taken advantage of by Russia 
. It feels like we're trying to negotiate with one hand tied behind our back. I mean, what if Putin just uses it as an excuse to keep taking over more land? 
And what about Ukraine's sovereignty? Doesn't that matter at all? 
It seems like the EU is caught in the middle, and we need to find a way to help Ukraine without sacrificing our own values and principles 
. I hope Kallas is right, though - Ukrainians are stronger when they stand together with Europeans 
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. I'm no fan of war, but if we're going to get involved, shouldn't we be supporting Ukraine in their fight for independence? 
. If US grantin territories 2 russia its gonna set a bad prcedent for the world 
. dont no bout dis plan wit Trump & Putin, sounds like it cud hurt Ukraine 
. Need more info 4believe its good 4 ukraine 
. It sounds like EU and US are putting pressure on Ukraine to make concessions with Russia, even though Putin's aggression is still ongoing 
. I don't think it's fair to reward Russia for invading another country in the first place 
. And what about the US plan granting Russia territories in eastern Ukraine without even controlling them first? It sounds like they're trying to give Russia a free pass 
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. we can't let russia just bully its way into getting what it wants 
it's all about the benjamins, you know? 
what do u guys think? should we be more aggressive or try to find a peaceful solution? 
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and what's the deal with this plan where the ukrains have to cap their army size? sounds like they're being forced into some kinda military surrender 
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. And what about all the civilians caught in the middle of this conflict? They deserve better than being used as pawns in some grand diplomatic game.
Russia is just making things worse with all the civilian infrastructure getting destroyed. And the US plan seems kinda... convenient for Russia? I'm not sure if I fully trust Jared Kushner's involvement, he's got a lot riding on this deal 
. But on the other hand, if we're gonna try to find a peaceful solution, maybe we should be willing to make some compromises too... like, if Russia isn't gonna budge on its aggression, then why are we still trying to negotiate? 
And what's up with the US plan, anyway? Granting Moscow territories in eastern Ukraine that they don't control? That just seems like a recipe for more problems 
. I'm not saying we should be all about "no dictated peace" and stuff, but come on, can't we find a way to work together here? 
