Ukraine’s delegation is working on a Geneva peace plan, President Zelenski outlines aims, while Russia proposes controversial terms drawing criticism from lawmakers.
Zelenski Sets Peace Plan Objectives
On Sunday, November 23, President Zelenski announced that the Ukrainian delegation was in Geneva working on a peace plan. Its members are focused on finding realistic solutions that could end the war, restore peace and guarantee lasting security. Brief reports on the first meetings and talks have already been presented.
Zelenski writes that American proposals may contain many elements based on the Ukrainian perspective and key national interests. Further work is underway to ensure all elements are truly effective in achieving the primary goal of ending the bloodshed and war.
Russia Proposes Controversial Conditions
According to Reuters, the plan’s premises, agreed upon by representatives of Donald Trump and Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev, favor Russian interests. Axios reported that the 28‑point plan included, among other things, Russia’s acquisition of Donbas and Crimea and limiting Ukrainian armed forces, a condition set by the Kremlin.
World leaders such as European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, French President Emmanuel Macron and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed concern. They signed a statement published by the European Commission highlighting that the proposal requires further work, as “territory cannot be changed by force”.
Polish Politicians Voice Support
Donald Tusk stated that “Russia cannot impose its conditions on Ukraine and Europe.” Karol Nawrocki echoed this view, noting that emerging proposals to end Russia’s war against Ukraine must acknowledge that Russia is a non‑compliant state.
He added that “the price of peace cannot, in any way, achieve the strategic goals of the aggressor, and the aggressor has been and is the Russian Federation.” Further details about the peace plan appear in the article titled “Unexpected Trump response on the Ukraine peace plan: ‘We must finish this’.”