Donald Trump has given his approval for a controversial new peace plan to end the war between Ukraine and Russia, according to reports. The new 28-point plan would consist of “security guarantees, security in Europe, and future US relations with Russia and Ukraine”, Axios reported, citing sources.

The episode comes as relations between Moscow and London remain strained over the war in Ukraine, cyber espionage and maritime security in the North Atlantic.

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Why it is lurking near UK waters – and the risks it poses - UK defence secretary John Healey said the Yantar directing lasers at RAF planes was a ‘deeply dangerous’ move

UK officials warned Russia that they are “ready” to deal with a Russian spy ship that was spotted off the coast of Scotland this week. Yantar, a Russian intelligence-gathering vessel, has prompted concern among military bosses after it sailed close to UK territorial waters.

The United States has drafted a 28-point peace plan for ending the war in Ukraine which is being studied by Kyiv, Moscow and interested countries in Europe.

Moscow’s plan for Ukraine, reportedly recently presented to the US, repeats most of the Kremlin’s maximalist demands, including Kyiv ceding its territory and Ukraine’s demilitarisation. What is new about this alleged framework is the timing of Russia's push for it.

Here is the verbatim text of Trump’s 28-point draft proposal to end Russia's war in Ukraine, which has been presented to Kyiv for consideration.

Trying the same thing over and over again, without success, is either the definition of insanity or Russian negotiation tactics, depending on your point of view.

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