In a twist that could reshape the trajectory of the war in Ukraine, Russia has reportedly received a new ceasefire proposal from the U.S.—and this time, Moscow is calling it “quite acceptable.”
The offer appears to come directly from former U.S. President Donald Trump, who’s been actively pushing for a diplomatic resolution behind the scenes.
Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov confirmed the development during an appearance in a video posted by Russian state journalist Pavel Zarubin.
Russia Says U.S. Is Finally Offering Something Worth Considering
According to Ushakov, the latest proposal marks a notable shift in tone from Washington.
He emphasized that Moscow sees a path forward for a “mutually beneficial” relationship with the United States—far from the hostility and sanctions of recent years.
“There’s definitely potential here for relations to take a more constructive turn,” Ushakov suggested, hinting at a broader thaw if the ceasefire discussions succeed.
The Putin-Trump Summit Is Coming—But the Location Is Still Under Wraps
While Russia confirmed that high-level talks between Putin and Trump are officially on the calendar for next week, the exact location of the summit is being kept secret.
What we do know is that plans were finalized shortly after a significant in-person meeting at the Kremlin, where President Putin hosted U.S. special envoy Steven Witkoff.
Kremlin officials described the meeting as “constructive and useful,” while the White House called it “positive.”
Trump Hints at a Compromise That Includes Territorial Concessions
Bloomberg reports that on August 6, Trump spoke on the phone with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and several European leaders.
During the call, Trump floated the idea that Putin might be open to a ceasefire—if territorial boundaries could be negotiated.
Joining that call were UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Finnish President Alexander Stubb, and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.
The conversation reportedly centered around the idea of a long-term freeze on contested regions rather than immediate recognition of any side’s claims.
Details of the U.S. Plan Leak: Sanctions Relief and a 99-Year Deal
According to Polish outlet Onet, the U.S. proposal delivered by Witkoff includes a bold roadmap:
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A ceasefire in Ukraine, though not a formal peace treaty
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Delayed recognition of Russian-held territories, with their status put on hold for 49 or 99 years
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The lifting of most U.S. and global sanctions against Russia
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The resumption of energy trade, including Russian oil and gas exports
However, there are boundaries: the proposal does not offer a halt to NATO expansion or end military aid to Ukraine—two key demands Russia has pushed for in the past.
Kremlin Meeting Lasted Three Hours and Focused on Ukraine and U.S.-Russia Ties
The recent meeting between Putin and Witkoff reportedly went on for nearly three hours.
During that time, they covered two major issues: the conflict in Ukraine and the broader future of U.S.-Russia strategic cooperation.
According to Ushakov, both sides treated the meeting as serious groundwork for what could become a pivotal agreement.
Trump Celebrates ‘Tremendous Progress’ as Global Eyes Turn to Next Steps
Shortly after the Moscow talks, Donald Trump posted on social media praising the breakthrough.
“Tremendous progress was made! Everyone agrees this war must end, and we will work toward that goal in the coming days and weeks,” he wrote.
While no formal ceasefire has been signed yet, the fact that Russia is publicly calling the U.S. offer “acceptable” could indicate that real diplomacy is finally gaining traction after years of deadlock.
What’s Next?
With both sides showing cautious optimism, all eyes are now on the upcoming Trump-Putin summit.
If these talks lead to even a temporary ceasefire, it could mark a dramatic turning point—not just for Ukraine, but for global stability.
Stay tuned. The next few days could be very telling.