Germany and Russia have been working on a secret plan to broker a peaceful solution to end international tensions over the Ukraine. The Independent can reveal that the peace plan, being worked on by both Angela Merkel and Vladimir Putin, hinges on two main ambitions: stabilising the borders of Ukraine and providing the financially troubled country with a strong economic boost, particularly a new energy agreement ensuring security of gas supplies.
Russia's War Against Ukraine
Independent: Merkel and Putin discussed secret deal could end Ukraine crisis
Russia's President Vladimir Putin with German Federal Chancellor Angela Merkel during official visit to Brazil on July 13.
