US's 28-point peace plan for Ukraine revised to 19
What's the story
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced that recent peace talks in Geneva have produced a more concise and actionable proposal to end Russia's invasion. The negotiations, which focused on a US-drafted 28-point peace plan, resulted in "fewer points" and included "many of the right elements," he said. According to New York Post, the plan, which has been trimmed to 19, has removed one of the most contentious elements of the peace proposal: a requirement that Ukraine surrender Luhansk and Donetsk.
Draft presentation
Zelenskyy confirms new draft presented, warns of disinformation
"As of now, after Geneva, there are fewer points, no longer 28, and many of the right elements have been taken into account in this framework," he said. Zelenskyy said he would "discuss sensitive" issues directly with US President Donald Trump. "Now the list of necessary steps to end the war can become doable," he wrote, adding that Ukraine must continue working "with dignity" to finalize the document.
Sensitive discussions
Zelenskyy warns Russia is trying to 'derail this opportunity'
"There is still work for all of us to do together -- it is very challenging -- to finalize the document, and we must do everything with dignity," he said. He also warned that Russia is trying to "derail this opportunity for an agreement and prolong the war" by spreading disinformation and intimidating Ukrainians. The Ukrainian president reiterated Kyiv's commitment to peace, stating, "Ukraine will never be an obstacle to peace."
European coordination
Zelenskyy coordinates with European leaders, warns of potential escalations
Zelenskyy held coordination calls with several European leaders, including Finland and Lithuania's presidents and Norway and Spain's prime ministers. He stressed that Ukraine is not alone in this endeavor. "If we really end the war, then there must be no missiles, there must be no massive strikes on Ukraine," he warned, noting that such restraint is achievable "for those who are really strong in the world."
Global support
Zelenskyy emphasizes global support for Ukraine, calls for unity
Despite the challenges, Zelenskyy said global backing for Kyiv remains "strong, very demonstrative," and that the path to peace must be "just and dignified." He added, "Russia started this war. Russia must end this war." The Ukrainian leader spoke after attending the Crimean Platform parliamentary summit in Sweden, where over 70 delegations reaffirmed support for Ukraine's territorial integrity.