Ukraine’s frontline soldiers bolstered by U.S. support as Russia rejects peace summit
NBCJUN 2024
Nearly 80 Countries Sign Ukraine's Peace Summit Communiqué, Key Powers Absent
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The Spin
Pro-establishment narrative
Nearly 80 world leaders signed this historic document, which sets out a real pathway towards peace. Russian Pres. Vladimir Putin's proposals weren't taken seriously — they were simply intended to disrupt the Switzerland event.
Pro-Russia narrative
Ahead of Ukraine's summit, Putin laid out Russia's terms for bringing the war to a close. The terms are stricter now than the peace deal Ukraine could have had in 2022, but the conditions will only get worse for Ukraine as more time goes on.