US peace plan
Ukraine's Fast-Track EU Membership by 2027: US Peace Plan Details and Russia's Response
Dec 13, 2025 10:09 am CST
A US-proposed peace plan aims to grant Ukraine EU membership by January 2027 while potentially requiring territorial concessions to Russia. European leaders seek security guarantees before any land negotiations, while Moscow remains skeptical about plan modifications. Despite ongoing fighting, diplomatic efforts continue with Zelensky meeting European leaders in Berlin to discuss the controversial proposal.
Zelensky Announces Readiness for Ukraine Elections Amid Peace Negotiations with US
Dec 10, 2025 04:01 am CST
President Volodymyr Zelensky has declared his willingness to hold elections in Ukraine despite martial law, while finalizing a response to Washington's peace proposal. The revised 20-point plan addresses contentious issues including territorial concessions and security guarantees, as European allies express solidarity while Trump criticizes their contributions to Ukraine's defense.
Putin's Ukraine War Ultimatum: Russia Demands Territory Surrender for Peace as US Mediates New Proposal
Nov 28, 2025 09:59 am CST
Russian President Vladimir Putin has offered to end the nearly four-year Ukraine conflict if Kyiv withdraws from territories claimed by Moscow, threatening military force otherwise. As Russian troops advance steadily through eastern Ukraine, the United States has proposed a revised peace plan aimed at brokering negotiations between the warring parties. However, significant obstacles remain, with Ukraine firmly rejecting territorial concessions while Putin questions President Zelensky's legitimacy to sign any agreement. The conflict, which began with Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022, has resulted in hundreds of thousands of casualties and Europe's largest refugee crisis since World War II.
Zelensky Endorses Principles of Revised US Peace Plan for Ukraine-Russia Conflict
Nov 26, 2025 05:10 am CST
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed support for the principles outlined in a revised US peace proposal aimed at ending the nearly four-year conflict with Russia. Zelensky emphasized the potential for these principles to develop into deeper agreements and highlighted the critical role of American influence in negotiations. The Ukrainian leader indicated readiness to collaborate with President Trump while also calling for European involvement in security decisions affecting the continent.
Ukraine and European Allies Search for Alternatives to Controversial US Peace Plan
Nov 22, 2025 09:05 pm CST
As the Ukraine-Russia conflict continues, President Zelensky and European leaders are urgently formulating counter-proposals to a US peace plan that would require Ukraine to cede territory and abandon NATO aspirations. The 28-point proposal, which has received Putin's approval but faces resistance from Kyiv, imposes a tight deadline and presents Ukraine with difficult choices concerning its sovereignty and international support.
Zelensky Rejects US War Settlement Plan: "Won't Betray Ukraine" Amid Territorial Concessions Pressure
Nov 22, 2025 03:01 am CST
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has firmly rejected a controversial US-proposed 28-point plan to end the Russia-Ukraine war, which would require Ukraine to cede territory, reduce its military, and abandon NATO aspirations. Zelensky warned he faces a difficult choice between "loss of dignity or losing a key partner" as he plans to present alternatives to President Trump's proposal while European allies express concerns about being excluded from peace negotiations.
UN Reports 24,000 Tonnes of Aid Delivered to Gaza Since Ceasefire: Challenges and Progress in Humanitarian Response
Oct 31, 2025 02:01 am CST
Since the implementation of the ceasefire, the UN has successfully delivered over 24,000 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Gaza, marking significant progress in relief efforts. Despite this increase in aid volumes, humanitarian organizations continue to face funding shortfalls and logistical challenges, with UN officials describing the current assistance as "a drop in the ocean" compared to Gaza's immense needs. The article examines the ongoing humanitarian response, distribution challenges, and calls for increased NGO participation in aid delivery across the war-torn territory.
Hamas Demands Release of Marwan Barghouti and Key Palestinian Leaders in Gaza Ceasefire Negotiations
Oct 08, 2025 04:04 am CST
Hamas is seeking the release of prominent Palestinian prisoner Marwan Barghouti and other high-profile detainees as part of ongoing ceasefire negotiations with Israel. The talks, taking place in Egypt's Sharm El-Sheikh, are based on a US-proposed 20-point plan that includes hostage exchanges, prisoner releases, Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, and Hamas disarmament.
Israel-Hamas Peace Negotiations: Potential Breakthrough for Gaza Ceasefire and Hostage Release
Oct 06, 2025 12:00 am CST
Israel and Hamas are engaging in Egypt-mediated talks aimed at securing a ceasefire agreement and hostage release in Gaza. The US-proposed peace plan involves Hamas releasing approximately 48 remaining hostages within three days and relinquishing power, while Israel would pull back forces. Despite continuing strikes reported in Gaza, officials express cautious optimism about what Secretary of State Rubio calls "the closest we've come" to securing hostage freedom and establishing a path toward regional stability.