European leaders are working on an alternative peace plan for Ukraine, with meetings scheduled among France, Germany, Poland, the UK and EU officials, according to Reuters.
EU Drafts Alternative Peace Plan
Reuters reports that Ukraine, France, Germany and the United Kingdom are collaborating on an alternative peace plan. Three sources corroborate the story, and additional European capitals are expected to join the effort.
French Foreign Minister Calls for Teleconference
The French foreign minister convened a telephone conference on Friday, November 21, involving ministers from Germany, Poland, the United Kingdom, Finland, Italy and EU authorities. The call was announced on X.
G20 Summit Signals Upcoming Discussion
The plan will also be touched upon at the G20 summit on Saturday. Ursula von der Leyen posted on X that she had already spoken with President Zelenski, and European Council President Antonio Costa was also involved.
Zelenski Stresses Tough Choices Ahead
On the same day, President Zelenski warned that Ukraine faces a difficult choice—between losing dignity or risking the loss of a key partner—during a speech. He emphasized the severity of the moment and the pressure on Ukraine.
Zelenski Meets Allies to Refine Plan
On Friday, Zelenski telephoned leaders of the United Kingdom, Germany and France, then U.S. Vice‑President J.D. Vance. He said many details were discussed regarding the U.S. proposal for ending the war and agreed on cooperation with U.S. and European security advisers to make the road to peace realistic. He praised Trump’s desire to end bloodshed and welcomed realistic proposals.
US 28‑Point Peace Plan Presented
On Thursday in Kyiv, U.S. officials presented a 28‑point peace plan to Ukrainian authorities. The proposal includes returning the Donbas and Crimea to Russia, freezing front‑line zones in Zaporizhzhia and Kherson, reducing the Ukrainian army, and relinquishing NATO membership. The United States expects Ukraine to sign a framework agreement with Russia by Thursday, November 27.
