On 20 November Kyiv was handed a 28‑point U.S. peace proposal that Polish analyst Maria Piechowska calls a capitulation plan, warning it endangers Ukraine and Poland.
U.S. 28‑Point Plan Announced
On Thursday, 20 November, U.S. representatives presented Kyiv with a 28‑point peace plan intended to be developed jointly with Russia. The document reportedly calls for Russia to receive part of Ukrainian territory, Ukraine to renounce NATO accession, and a reduction of its armed forces. It also recognizes Crimea and the Donetsk and Luhansk regions as “de facto Russian” and includes freezes of other regions along the contact line. Ukrainian forces would withdraw from parts of Donetsk, establishing a neutral demilitarized buffer zone.
A key provision demands European fighter jets to station in Poland, and the plan includes a blanket amnesty for actions committed during the conflict.
Expert Analysis: No Peace Plan
Maria Piechowska, an analyst at the Polish Institute of International Affairs, argues that the proposal is fundamentally a capitulation strategy rather than a peace settlement. She notes that the plan would limit Ukraine’s military capability while opening the door for further Russian attacks and internal interference, without providing real guarantees for Kyiv.
Implications for Ukraine and Poland
The document stipulates that Ukraine would face consequences if it attacks Russia but imposes no penalty on Russia for the reverse. It also allows Russia to influence NATO affairs and forbids NATO troops from stationing on Ukrainian territory, threatening Poland’s security.
Strained Relations with Poland
Reuters reported that the United States threatened to halt intelligence sharing and weapon supplies to convince Ukraine to sign the framework by next Thursday. Poland’s analyst says Kyiv is preparing for this scenario, noting that the U.S. only permits the sale of weapons to Ukraine for payment from Europe.
U.S. Threats and Ukraine’s Response
Piechowska explains that while the U.S. has threatened such measures, Ukraine is developing its own intelligence capabilities with European support. She stresses the importance of Europe’s backing, saying that Poland is not alone in this struggle.
