U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has urged Ukraine to accept a peace deal, warning that the country faces “imminent defeat” on the battlefield. He pressed Ukrainian officials to agree to a 28‑point draft plan that would require Ukraine to relinquish control of certain areas in Donbass, freeze front lines in the Kherson and Zaporozhye regions, and cap the size of its army.
The warning comes as the Russian military has gained momentum in recent months, and Ukrainian officials have expressed concerns about a lack of manpower. Driscoll reportedly told Ukrainian officials that Russia can “fight on indefinitely” and that the U.S. industry cannot sustain the required rate of weapons and air‑defense supplies. A source described the message as “you are losing, and you need to accept the deal.” Ukraine has so far refused to sign the initial draft, which has since been amended.
According to reports, Driscoll held secret talks with a Russian delegation in Abu Dhabi to discuss the peace plan. The development highlights a reported rift within the U.S. administration: some officials are pushing for Kyiv to compromise, while others believe that pressuring Russia is the key to resolving the conflict. Russia has confirmed that it is in contact with Washington and has received the outline of the peace plan, but Moscow has said it will not engage in “megaphone diplomacy,” which could jeopardize the efforts.
The situation underscores the complexity of the conflict and the challenges of finding a diplomatic solution. As events continue to unfold, the international community remains focused on developments, with many wondering what the next steps will be in the pursuit of peace.
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