Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has welcomed proposed changes to the controversial 28-point peace plan for ending the war with Russia. It appears Ukraine's European allies produced an amended version of the plan after rejecting parts which favoured Russia's war aims. Now the list of necessary steps to end the war can become doable... Zelensky said on Telegram. Many correct elements have been incorporated into this framework.
Later, in the early hours of Tuesday, Kyiv's mayor Vitali Klitschko reported a wave of Russian missile and drone attacks hit an apartment building in the capital, disrupting electricity and water supplies. Ukraine's Ministry of Energy confirmed a massive, combined enemy attack on the country's energy infrastructure facilities, stating that energy officials would assess damages and begin restoration work when security permitted.
The genesis of this plan traces back to meetings in Geneva, where US and Ukrainian officials convened to discuss the draft crafted by American and Russian representatives in October. The initial version had alarmed Kyiv, and Russian representatives did not take part in the discussions in Switzerland. A Kremlin official dismissed the amendments as completely unconstructive.
In the wake of these developments, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt asserted that the Trump administration was not favouring Russia in the ongoing discussions, indicating that President Trump remains hopeful for a resolution. Following the conclusion of the talks in Geneva, Trump hinted on social media that progress might be unfolding, though he cautioned against premature optimism.
Zelensky reiterated on Monday evening that the revised plan was truly the right approach but emphasized that sensitive issues would need to be discussed with President Trump. Reports suggest the revised plan now consists of 19 points, removing some of the most contentious topics, such as territorial concessions, leaving these pivotal decisions to the leaders. The urgency of the negotiations has been intensified by Trump’s comments suggesting a deadline for Ukraine to accept the proposed deal.
Moscow's response indicated discontent regarding the European plan, which excludes recognition of Russian-controlled territories and raises questions about Ukraine’s future in NATO, underscoring the complexity of creating a sustainable peace amidst ongoing militarization in the region. The ongoing conflict has resulted in countless casualties and mass displacement since the onset of Russia's large-scale invasion nearly four years ago.
Later, in the early hours of Tuesday, Kyiv's mayor Vitali Klitschko reported a wave of Russian missile and drone attacks hit an apartment building in the capital, disrupting electricity and water supplies. Ukraine's Ministry of Energy confirmed a massive, combined enemy attack on the country's energy infrastructure facilities, stating that energy officials would assess damages and begin restoration work when security permitted.
The genesis of this plan traces back to meetings in Geneva, where US and Ukrainian officials convened to discuss the draft crafted by American and Russian representatives in October. The initial version had alarmed Kyiv, and Russian representatives did not take part in the discussions in Switzerland. A Kremlin official dismissed the amendments as completely unconstructive.
In the wake of these developments, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt asserted that the Trump administration was not favouring Russia in the ongoing discussions, indicating that President Trump remains hopeful for a resolution. Following the conclusion of the talks in Geneva, Trump hinted on social media that progress might be unfolding, though he cautioned against premature optimism.
Zelensky reiterated on Monday evening that the revised plan was truly the right approach but emphasized that sensitive issues would need to be discussed with President Trump. Reports suggest the revised plan now consists of 19 points, removing some of the most contentious topics, such as territorial concessions, leaving these pivotal decisions to the leaders. The urgency of the negotiations has been intensified by Trump’s comments suggesting a deadline for Ukraine to accept the proposed deal.
Moscow's response indicated discontent regarding the European plan, which excludes recognition of Russian-controlled territories and raises questions about Ukraine’s future in NATO, underscoring the complexity of creating a sustainable peace amidst ongoing militarization in the region. The ongoing conflict has resulted in countless casualties and mass displacement since the onset of Russia's large-scale invasion nearly four years ago.
