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This approach also proposes to delay Ukraine’s NATO membership and offers potential easing of sanctions on Russia to incentivize Kremlin peace. Critics have pointed out that these concessions might favor Russian interests, effectively making the U.S. appear to accept Russia’s territorial gains and strategic objectives. Until now, U.S. policy has largely been centered on supporting Ukraine militarily and economically; Kellogg’s plan indicates a shift toward diplomatic negotiations that could involve difficult trade-offs.