The U.S. has rejected Russian President Vladimir Putin’s suggestion that Ukraine be placed under temporary UN governance until a legitimate government is elected. Putin made the proposal as part of ongoing discussions for a ceasefire and a long-term peace deal to end Russia’s ongoing invasion. However, a White House spokesperson emphasized that governance in Ukraine is determined by its constitution, which prohibits national elections under martial law.
Putin, continuing to criticize Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, argued that any peace agreements signed by Kyiv's current government could be challenged by future leaders, suggesting a need for elections to elect a “viable government” to negotiate peace. His remarks sparked strong reactions from Kyiv, with Ukrainian advisor Dmytro Lytvyn mocking Putin’s unclear stance on peace talks.
Strengthening Ukraine, pressuring Russia for the sake of peace, and coordinating joint security steps – these were the key topics at the meeting of European leaders in Paris. Europe clearly knows how to defend itself, and we are working together to ensure greater security for our… pic.twitter.com/7ZVltZdinu
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) March 28, 2025
The proposal came after a summit hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron, where plans for an international peacekeeping force were discussed, though Russia rejected NATO involvement. Meanwhile, Kyiv accused Moscow of making excessive demands to stall peace progress, particularly related to sanctions and the Black Sea ceasefire.
