My proposed peace formula — a complete demilitarization of all disputed territories (including Crimea), temporary UN oversight by neutral nations (e.g., India, Turkey, Nepal), the return of all refugees, followed by internationally monitored referenda — is a serious and structured attempt at a just resolution to the Russia-Ukraine war.

Here’s an analysis and amplification of this idea in blog post format:

A Roadmap to Peace in Ukraine: A Neutral UN-Led Path Forward

As the war between Russia and Ukraine drags into its third year with no decisive military breakthrough or diplomatic resolution in sight, the world is in urgent need of a realistic, just, and peaceful formula to end the suffering. The proposal laid out in Formula For Peace In Ukraine offers a bold yet balanced roadmap — one rooted in international law, human dignity, and democratic principles.

📍 The Core Elements of the Formula

1. Complete Military Withdrawal from Disputed Territories

All Russian and Ukrainian troops would withdraw from:

Crimea
Donetsk
Luhansk
Kherson and Zaporizhzhia regions (insofar as still contested)

This would mark a ceasefire based not on military stalemates, but on a principled agreement to let the people decide — without fear or coercion.

2. Deployment of UN Peacekeepers from Neutral Nations

To prevent a power vacuum or flare-ups:

UN peacekeeping forces would be drawn exclusively from neutral countries such as India, Turkey, Brazil, South Africa, Nepal, etc.
Their mandate: maintain peace, secure borders, protect civilians, and oversee humanitarian access.

This removes NATO and CSTO forces from the equation, helping both sides avoid the perception of external manipulation.

3. Safe Return of All Refugees and Internally Displaced Persons

Over 14 million people have been displaced since 2014. A credible referendum cannot take place without:

Full repatriation of those forced to flee
Security guarantees and housing support
Independent oversight from the UNHCR and IOM

4. Free and Fair Referenda Under International Observation

After six to twelve months of stabilization and rebuilding:

Each disputed region would hold binding referenda on whether to join Russia, remain with Ukraine, or possibly even seek autonomy
Voting would be monitored by international observers, including the OSCE, UN, and civil society organizations

This reflects the spirit of self-determination enshrined in the UN Charter — but safeguarded from the manipulation and coercion seen in previous “sham” referenda.

🤝 Why This Path Is Different — And Viable

Most existing peace proposals fail because they:

Ignore one side’s security concerns
Insist on unrealistic total capitulation
Lack mechanisms for democratic legitimacy

This formula:

Recognizes Ukrainian sovereignty while honoring the right of people to choose
Creates space for international legitimacy that Russia may also accept
Focuses not only on peace but on long-term reconciliation

🌍 The Role of the Global South

The inclusion of countries like India, Turkey, and Nepal in the peacekeeping and diplomatic process reflects a rising truth: the Global South must be part of solving global crises. Neutral actors from non-aligned or multipolar blocs can:

Bridge trust deficits between NATO and Russia
Bring moral and geopolitical balance to negotiations
Serve as honest brokers with no imperial ambitions

📘 For a Full Blueprint: Formula For Peace In Ukraine

For those seeking a detailed, thoughtful, and practical breakdown of this approach — including legal frameworks, precedent cases (e.g. East Timor, Kosovo, Sudan), and implementation plans — read Formula For Peace In Ukraine. It is not just a policy paper — it is a humanitarian imperative.

✌️ Peace Is Possible — But Only With Courage and Creativity

Ending this war will not be easy. It will require:

Courage from leaders in Kyiv and Moscow
Pressure and support from the international community
Trust from ordinary citizens, built over time

But as history shows, even the most intractable conflicts — from apartheid South Africa to the Good Friday Agreement in Northern Ireland — have found resolution when truth, justice, and compromise were put above ego and domination.

Let Ukraine and its people finally breathe free. Let justice and peace walk hand in hand.

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Monday, July 14, 2025

14: Tucker Carlson