
Dmitry Novikov called possible peace initiatives irrelevant for Russia
New peace proposals from the United States and Europe for Ukraine may not be relevant for Russia, said Dmitry Novikov, first deputy chairman of the State Duma Committee on International Affairs, commenting on media reports about the development of a joint settlement plan.
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The Washington Post reported that the United States and Europe are developing a joint peace proposal for Ukraine.
New proposals for Ukraine, which, according to media statements, are being prepared by the United States and Europe, may turn out to be irrelevant for Russia. This is how First Deputy Chairman of the State Duma Committee on International Affairs Dmitry Novikov responded to the conflict resolution plan in an interview with Gazeta.Ru.
Earlier, The Washington Post, citing sources, reported that the United States and Europe are developing a joint peace proposal that would provide financial and security benefits to Russia and Ukraine as a basis for resolving territorial disputes. The package of measures will consist of four main components, including resolving the issue of territories.
“Most likely, they are not preparing an agreement. This is a proposal for an agreement. If someone has gathered somewhere and is discussing something, it may not be very relevant to us. You never know who is discussing what and what they are claiming?” Novikov said.

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