Ukraine ceasefire negotiations
Zelensky Signals Acceptance of US Security Guarantees as Alternative to NATO Membership in Landmark Peace Negotiations
Dec 15, 2025 04:38 pm CST
In a significant diplomatic shift, President Volodymyr Zelensky has indicated Ukraine's willingness to accept US and European security guarantees instead of immediate NATO membership as peace negotiations intensify. During high-level talks in Berlin with American officials led by Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, substantial progress was made on a comprehensive 20-point peace plan aimed at ending the nearly four-year conflict with Russia while ensuring Ukraine's future security and territorial integrity.
European Leaders and Ukraine Endorse Trump's Peace Initiative While Calling for Increased Pressure on Russia
Oct 21, 2025 09:32 pm CST
European and Ukrainian leaders have jointly endorsed US President Trump's peace proposal for the Russia-Ukraine conflict, advocating for negotiations based on current frontlines while maintaining pressure on Russia's economy. The EU is considering a €140 billion loan for Ukraine funded by frozen Russian assets as leaders prepare for crucial summits in Brussels and London to coordinate further support strategies.