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Ukraine signals progress as US peace plan already meets most priorities amid ongoing talks

Ukraine signals progress as US peace plan already meets most priorities amid ongoing talks Photo: Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine Rustem Umerov (Getty Images)
Author: Bohdan Babaiev

Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council Secretary Rustem Umerov said the current US peace plan already incorporates most of Ukraine's key priorities.

"Our current proposals, while still not finalized, include many Ukrainian priorities," the National Security Secretary wrote.

He emphasized that Ukraine highly values constructive engagement with the US and Washington's careful consideration of Kyiv's feedback. This, in turn, allows both sides to move forward "in a joint process."

"We expect to make more progress today," Umerov concluded.

US peace plan and its revisions

Earlier this week, the United States unveiled a 28-point peace plan aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.

Under its terms, Ukraine would withdraw from Donbas, reduce the size of its Armed Forces, give up long-range weapons, and comply with several additional conditions. In return, the country would receive security guarantees akin to NATO's and regain limited portions of occupied regions, including Kharkiv, Sumy, and Mykolaiv.

Yesterday, European leaders said the proposal could serve as a basis for peace but requires significant revisions. An updated version has already been sent from Europe to Washington.

US President Donald Trump issued an ultimatum to Kyiv, requiring agreement to the terms by November 27. He later clarified that the proposal is not final and remains subject to adjustment.

Discussions on the American plan are ongoing in Switzerland with participation from Ukraine, the United States, and European representatives. The parties are working to revise the document to make it more favorable to Kyiv.

Zelenskyy has already issued a statement following the opening round of talks in Geneva, noting that the US peace plan could incorporate elements that are critical to Ukraine's national interests.

According to Reuters, the final agreement is expected to be reached during a personal meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump.

For more on what is happening in Geneva, read RBC-Ukraine's report.