Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Boris Johnson sharply criticized the proposed "peace plan" for Ukraine by the USA, describing it as "military castration." In an article for the 'Daily Mail,' he expressed his concerns about the condition that allows for a Russian veto on Ukraine's NATO membership and Moscow's control over foreign troops on Ukrainian soil.
Johnson noted: "Putin cannot help but smile this Saturday at the incompetence of his opponents and the incredible weakness of the West." He emphasized that under the terms written in the "peace plan," Ukraine would effectively be under threat of a third invasion by Russia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, in turn, emphasized in his address to the Ukrainian people that a real plan must be based on guaranteed security and justice, rather than certain points of a document. He stated that "this is about more than just points in a document."
Zelensky's Position and International Negotiations
Zelensky commented on the composition of the delegation that will represent Ukraine in international negotiations, confirming that their goal is to protect the national interests of the country. "We know how to protect Ukrainian national interests and what is needed to prevent Russia from carrying out a third invasion," he underscored.
Discussions are ongoing in Ukraine regarding the new US "peace plan," which envisions territorial concessions from Ukraine in exchange for security guarantees. At present, the details of this plan are quite contentious, and questions remain open regarding Ukraine's participation in NATO and demilitarization.
Reaction of the International Community
It is also worth noting that US President Donald Trump has given Ukraine until November 27 to respond to the proposed initiative. Meanwhile, US Vice President James Vance emphasized that peace will not be achieved through "ineffectual diplomats," calling for a real approach in negotiations.
Johnson summarized that "so-called friends of Ukraine" are now betraying its interests and called this "Munich." His criticism is aimed not only at the USA but also at other Western countries, which he believes have failed to provide adequate support to Ukraine and embody defeat in the war with Russia.
Meanwhile, negotiations at the G20 in Johannesburg continue to discuss possible counter-proposals from the European Union, particularly in the context of the new US initiative for a peaceful resolution of the conflict in Ukraine.
