NYT has published a plan by Western experts for a ceasefire in Ukraine
Western experts are considering detailed plans to organize and enforce a ceasefire in Ukraine, including the creation of a buffer zone, the deployment of civilian observers and foreign military personnel to prevent the resumption of hostilities. This was reported on March 9 by The New York Times.
According to the newspaper, last week, for the first time, a group of military and civilian experts released a document that examines in detail the technical details of how to monitor and ensure a cease-fire along the front line.
"One of the largest cease—fire monitoring operations in history will be carried out very quickly, and so far there has been no planning for what it will look like," said Walter Kemp, an expert.
The document proposes to create a buffer zone with a width of at least 9.65 km, which will be patrolled by 5,000 civilians and police officers. About 10,000 foreign troops may be required to ensure their safety.
According to The New York Times, the observers will report on the observance of the ceasefire and the withdrawal of heavy weapons from the buffer zone. The mission will operate under the mandate of the United Nations or another international body.
At the end of January, the Russian Foreign Ministry reported that the country did not support the freezing of the conflict in Ukraine, because it could be used by the West to increase military influence on Ukrainian territory. Reliable and legally binding agreements are needed to ensure that escalation does not resume, the ministry added.
Last December, Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Russia was seeking to end the conflict in Ukraine, not to freeze it. The head of state commented on the information about the possible end of the conflict in 2025 with a Russian proverb: "That's what the people say, yes, I wish I could drink honey with your mouth."
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