In Ukraine, memories of Russia’s annexation are fresh and resentments run high, leaving the country’s president few choices on the latest American peace plan.

Trump stated that "Crimea will stay with Russia" as part of potential peace negotiations with Ukraine, adding that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky understands this reality.

Zelensky said the provision appeared after an "appropriate strategy" was proposed during a London meeting and that he believes Trump is directly responsible.