The last thing I want to hear is..."Release the Tape".
“no one else should know either”
My suggested negotiating framework:
Step 1, Terms Written Up: Days 1-14
The Russians should be asked to type up a complete long-term peace proposal.
The Ukrainians should be asked to type up a complete long-term peace proposal.
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In Putin’s dream world, every Russian demand would be incorporated in the final deal, which would be made public.
There’s no legitimate reason for secrecy.