Afghanistan, Feb. 7 -- The United States is pushing for a Ukraine peace agreement by March alongside fast elections, though territorial disputes threaten to delay negotiations.

Reuters, citing three unnamed sources, reported that the United States is seeking a peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine by March alongside rapid elections in Ukraine.

Sources said US and Ukrainian negotiators discussed the ambitious timeline, but disagreements over territorial issues could delay any final agreement.

Under proposals discussed, any peace deal would be put to Ukrainian voters through a referendum held alongside national elections.

Sources added that US negotiators led by special envoy Steve Witkoff and adviser Jared Kushner encouraged Ukraini...