Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty's investigation project Systema has published the earliest known draft of a peace treaty between Russia and Ukraine. Dated Mar. 7, 2022, the document details Vladimir Putin’s demands in exchange for a “ceasefire.” The provisions effectively outline the same “objectives” of Russia’s so-called “special military operation” that have been frequently mentioned by Vladimir Putin. Notably, the document does not put on offer any withdrawal of Russian troops from Ukraine.

The six-page document, provided to Systema by a Ukrainian source familiar with the negotiations, was confirmed as authentic by a Russian source. Both requested anonymity, as they were not authorized to comment on the matter publicly.