Ukraine is set to present a revised peace plan to the White House following President Volodymyr Zelensky‘s firm rejection of any compromise involving territorial concessions to Vladimir Putin. The new proposal has been streamlined to 20 points, down from 28, after the removal of several provisions deemed anti-Ukrainian.
During a press conference, Zelensky emphasized that there will be no agreement on ceding territory, a point notably highlighted by former US President Donald Trump, who has suggested that such concessions are essential for achieving peace. “We have no legal right—under Ukrainian law, under our constitution, under international law,” Zelensky stated. He further elaborated, “Honestly, we have no moral right, either.”
Contentious Land Concessions and International Support
The initial US-brokered agreement included contentious provisions that called for Ukraine to concede regions such as Crimea, Luhansk, and Donetsk, which would be recognized as Russian territories. This aspect of the proposal has been met with strong resistance from Ukraine and its European allies.
In a show of solidarity with Zelensky, leaders from Europe, including UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, gathered at 10 Downing Street on December 7, 2025. Their meeting underscored the urgency of ramping up support for Ukraine and increasing economic pressure on Russia to bring an end to the ongoing conflict.
Starmer’s office released a statement highlighting the critical nature of the moment, stating, “The leaders all agreed that now is a critical moment and that we must continue to ramp up support to Ukraine.” His spokesperson, Tom Wells, remarked, “This is the furthest we’ve got in four years, and we welcome the fact that these talks are continuing at every level.”
Continued Negotiations and Future Steps
In the wake of the meeting, it was noted that “intensive work” will continue in the coming days, although several issues remain unresolved. Macron’s office indicated that the discussions aim to enhance the US plan with additional European contributions, ensuring that Ukraine’s interests are closely integrated into the negotiations.
The ongoing conflict has drawn significant international attention, and the latest developments in Ukraine’s peace efforts signal a pivotal moment in the quest for resolution. As negotiations progress, the focus remains on securing a sustainable peace that respects Ukraine’s sovereignty while addressing the broader geopolitical landscape.
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