American negotiators are aiming to achieve a peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine by March of this year, with plans for rapid elections and referendums in Ukraine, according to multiple sources familiar with the discussions. An exclusive report from Reuters indicates that U.S. and Ukrainian negotiators have discussed an ambitious timeline for the agreement, although experts believe that this timeframe may be unrealistic due to unresolved key issues, primarily concerning territorial status.

The U.S. negotiating team, led by special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of former President Donald Trump, conveyed to their Ukrainian counterparts during recent meetings in Abu Dhabi and Miami that a referendum on the peace agreement should be held as soon as possible. Sources indicate that Americans emphasized that Trump would likely focus more on domestic issues after this, particularly as the congressional midterm elections approach in November, which could reduce political leverage on international fronts.

The situation remains tense as further negotiations unfold, and the implications of such a compact between the U.S. and Ukraine could significantly influence the dynamics of the conflict and the broader geopolitical landscape. The approach also reflects an urgent desire from the U.S. to expedite a resolution, albeit with skepticism regarding the feasibility of achieving lasting peace without first addressing critical territorial disputes that remain a major source of contention.