# The political calculus of peace in Ukraine

https://mins.news/en/item/107347

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-10-20 05:57 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/the-political-calculus-of-peace-in-ukraine/

> Several prominent Ukrainian politicians have proposed ways to end Russia’s war, with some plans seen as closer to the Kremlin’s preferences. Their calls have prompted fears that peace could become a pretext for concessions to Moscow. Critics suspect political maneuvering and efforts to test public tolerance for compromise.

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