Russia’s influence over Trump’s Ukraine peace plan is becoming a major point of concern as new reports allege that U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff is sidelining pro-Ukrainian officials inside the White House. Ukrainian media claim Witkoff is running a shadow operation, coordinating directly with Vladimir Putin and his inner circle while leaving Kyiv and European allies out of the drafting process. Reports say the plan could force Ukraine to cede territory, cut military strength, and limit alliances, all while Russian forces hold less land than Moscow originally demanded. With accusations of backchannel meetings, pressure to lift sanctions, and internal divisions inside the Trump administration, fears are rising that Ukraine may be abandoned as the U.S. negotiates directly with Russia.