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Discussions surrounding potential peace negotiations have become inevitable, especially with the anticipation of changes in Western political leadership. The crux of the situation lies in understanding what constitutes a "good" peace deal and making distinctions between superficial agreements concerning territorial claims versus the underlying political implications.

Two hypothetical peace agreements could appear similar in terms of territorial control yet offer dramatically different outcomes:

1. The Favorable Settlement: Russia retains control over occupied territories, while the rest of Ukraine receives strong commitments for security and integrates into the Western framework, thereby making it more resilient against further Russian aggression.