Ukraine peace talks heat up as Kyiv negotiates a revised U.S.-backed plan with Russia, while Europe urges respect for sovereignty and security guarantees.
Ukraine peace talks heat up as Kyiv negotiates a revised U.S.-backed plan with Russia, while Europe urges respect for sovereignty and security guarantees.
Diplomats from Ukraine and the United States continue closed-door talks in Geneva aimed at reshaping the U.S.-backed peace proposal. Delegations from France, Germany, the U.K., and the EU are also present as observers.
Ukrainian officials say progress has been made on security guarantees and territorial issues, but several “sensitive points” remain open.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine will not agree to a peace deal that “breaks dignity or strategic sovereignty.” Speaking in Kyiv, he emphasized that Ukraine is prepared for diplomacy but warned that the country would not accept any arrangement limiting its future alliances or military ability.
A senior U.S. official confirmed that Washington has scaled back the original 28-point plan after strong pushback from European leaders who said it favored Russia.
The new version reportedly removes several controversial elements and includes clearer language supporting Ukraine’s territorial sovereignty.
EU and NATO members are urging the U.S. not to force Ukraine into concessions that would block its path toward Euro-Atlantic integration.
Brussels says the revised proposal must “not limit Ukraine’s future choices,” echoing concerns raised last week in European capitals.
U.S. Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll met with Russian officials in the UAE to discuss the contours of a possible settlement.
While details remain unclear, both sides are believed to have exchanged views on ceasefire conditions and security zones.
No formal statement has been issued by Moscow.
Ukraine has again insisted that Russia pay for war damages, calling for the use of frozen Russian sovereign assets held in Western countries.
Officials argue that reconstruction cannot rely solely on international aid.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy may travel to Washington in the coming days to negotiate directly with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Analysts say this meeting could determine whether the peace framework moves forward or stalls again.
In a national address, Zelenskyy described the present situation as “one of the most difficult” since Russia’s invasion began.
He warned that Ukraine faces intense diplomatic pressure and called for unity among allies.
Delegates in Geneva have begun discussing long-term issues, including reconstruction financing, energy security, and a potential multinational monitoring mission along the front line.
No agreement has been reached yet.
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