Donald Trump’s administration has set a tight deadline for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to respond to a proposed peace plan, while Zelensky denies any territorial concessions to Russia.
Trump Sets Deadline for Zelensky
According to unofficial reports in the Financial Times, Trump’s envoys gave Ukraine a new deadline to answer a proposed peace plan within a few days.
Zelensky Vows No Territorial Concessions
Anonymous officials claim the days are intended for Ukraine to decide on any territorial concessions to Russia; Zelensky’s statement indicates he will not cede any part of Ukraine to Moscow.
Zelensky Revises Peace Plan
On Tuesday, Dec. 9, Zelensky said the Ukrainian negotiating team had been updated after consultations with European leaders and national security advisers, and that revised documents will soon be sent to the United States.
Future Outcomes Linked to Russia’s Action
Zelensky added that everything depends on whether Russia will take effective steps to halt further bloodshed and prevent a repeat outbreak of war.
