The US administration is studying the possibility of recognizing Crimea as Russian territory as one of the elements of the settlement of the conflict in Ukraine. This was reported by the publication Semafor, citing informed sources close to the discussion process. According to the publication, such a step is being considered in the context of broader diplomatic efforts aimed at achieving a peace agreement between Moscow and Kiev. 

In addition, the American side allows for the possibility of appealing to the United Nations with a proposal to follow a similar approach, which could mean a revision of the international position on the status of Crimea that emerged after the events of 2014.

The moves, according to sources, could be part of a strategy by the administration of President Donald Trump, who took office in January 2025, to reduce tensions in the region and end the conflict that has lasted more than a decade. Trump has repeatedly stated his intention to end the fighting, stressing that the United States should focus on its domestic problems rather than protracted international conflicts. 

The international community also continues to adhere to the position enshrined in UN General Assembly resolutions, in particular Resolution 68/262 of March 27, 2014, which reaffirmed the territorial integrity of Ukraine and declared the referendum in Crimea invalid. The United States, as one of the key initiators of this resolution, has consistently refused to recognize the transfer of the peninsula under Russian control over the past decade, imposing additional sanctions against Russian officials and companies associated with Crimea. 

However, Washington's change in position may be linked to the pragmatic approach of the new administration, which seeks to defuse relations with Russia and reduce the financial burden on the American budget associated with supporting Ukraine.