territorial concessions
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.
US Peace Plan Proposes Ukraine Cede Territory Equivalent to Luxembourg's Size to Russia
Nov 22, 2025 02:15 am CST
A US-proposed peace plan for Ukraine would require Kyiv to surrender approximately 2,300 square kilometers of territory—comparable to Luxembourg's size—to Russia without military conflict. The proposal includes creating buffer zones, exchanging some territories, and recognizing Russia's control over Crimea, Donetsk, and Lugansk, effectively having Ukraine cede 20% of its territory while recovering less than 0.5%.
Ukraine Receives US Draft Peace Plan to End Russia Conflict, Zelensky Ready for Diplomatic Engagement
Nov 21, 2025 01:25 am CST
Ukraine has received a draft peace plan from the United States aimed at ending the war with Russia. President Zelensky's office confirmed they are ready to engage constructively with Washington on the proposal, which reportedly includes controversial demands such as Ukraine ceding territory and limiting its military size. A call between Zelensky and Trump is expected in the coming days as diplomatic efforts intensify.
US Peace Plan for Ukraine Mirrors Russian Demands: Territorial Concessions and Military Reductions Proposed
Nov 20, 2025 11:39 pm CST
The United States has presented Ukraine with a controversial peace proposal that echoes many of Russia's key demands, including territorial recognition of occupied regions and a significant reduction of Ukraine's military forces. The plan, reportedly developed by the Trump administration in consultation with Moscow, would require Ukraine to recognize Russian control of Crimea and other occupied territories while reducing its army by more than half. EU officials have emphasized that any settlement must have agreement from both Ukraine and European partners.
Trump Pressures Zelensky to Surrender Donbas Region During Tense Washington Talks
Oct 22, 2025 02:55 am CST
A senior Ukrainian official revealed that President Trump urged Zelensky to cede the eastern Donbas region during "tense" talks in Washington, as peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine continue to stall. European leaders oppose territorial concessions while Trump suggests freezing conflict along current battle lines. Despite plans for a Trump-Putin meeting in Budapest, officials confirm no immediate summit is scheduled.
Trump-Putin Budapest Summit Postponed Amid Shifting Ukraine War Strategy
Oct 22, 2025 02:46 am CST
The planned Trump-Putin summit in Budapest has been put on hold following diplomatic exchanges between US and Russian officials. European leaders express relief as they oppose Ukraine ceding territory for peace and continue pushing to use frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's defense. Trump's position on the conflict continues to fluctuate, while Zelenskyy maintains that only sustained pressure on Russia will lead to meaningful peace negotiations.
Ukrainian Drone Strikes on Russian Energy Facilities as Trump Signals Ukraine May Need to Cede Territory for Peace
Oct 20, 2025 12:24 am CST
Ukrainian forces have targeted a major Russian gas processing plant with drone strikes while US President Trump suggests Ukraine might need to surrender territory to end Russia's invasion. The attack on the Gazprom-operated Orenburg facility has disrupted operations, including gas processing from Kazakhstan, as Kyiv continues targeting Russian energy infrastructure. Meanwhile, Trump's comments about territorial concessions mark another shift in his approach to resolving the conflict.
Zelensky Says Will Meet Trump Next Week As Russia Intensifies Attacks
Sep 20, 2025 08:57 pm CST
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he would meet US counterpart Donald Trump on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly next week as Russia intensified strikes across his country.