A proposed peace plan to end the Ukraine war, allegedly authored by the United States, has ignited significant debate and resistance from Ukraine’s allies. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized that the draft, which includes provisions favorable to Russia, was developed with input from both Russia and Ukraine. However, Republican Senator Mike Rounds contradicted this, stating that Rubio had informed lawmakers the plan was not US policy but rather a Russian proposal. The State Department swiftly denied Rounds’ claims, asserting that the proposal was indeed crafted by the US. The plan, which remains undisclosed but has been widely leaked, includes controversial measures such as Ukraine withdrawing troops from eastern regions and limiting its armed forces. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned of the plan’s potential to leave Ukraine vulnerable, while Russian President Vladimir Putin suggested it could form the basis of an agreement. The proposal has faced strong opposition from European leaders, including France and Germany, who argue it undermines Ukraine’s security. US President Donald Trump, who has prioritized ending the conflict, clarified that the plan is not a final offer and extended the deadline for Ukraine’s approval. As negotiations continue in Geneva, the international community remains divided over the plan’s feasibility and implications for lasting peace.