Ukraine formally receives US draft peace plan

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has formally received a draft plan from the United States intended to support diplomatic efforts to end the war with Russia. 

During a meeting on the plan, the Ukrainian president outlined the key principles deemed essential for the Ukrainian people. It was agreed that work would proceed on the plan’s points in a manner that could lead to a dignified conclusion to the conflict, Caliber.Az reports via the Ukrainian presidential office. 

"Ukraine has emphasised its pursuit of peace since the very start of the Russian invasion and has expressed support for all substantive proposals capable of bringing genuine peace closer. Earlier this year, Kyiv endorsed proposals from US President Donald Trump aimed at ending the bloodshed," the statement reads.

Ukrainian officials said they remain ready to work constructively with the United States, as well as with European and global partners, to achieve a lasting peaceful outcome.

In the coming days, the Ukrainian president plans to discuss the available diplomatic opportunities and key points necessary for peace with President Trump.

According to reports by Axios, the Financial Times and The New York Times, US and Russian officials have drafted a 28-point proposal aimed at ending the war. Under the outline, Ukraine would reportedly be required to relinquish remaining parts of the Russian-occupied eastern Donbas region, cut its armed forces by half, and scale back or abandon certain categories of weaponry — especially long-range missiles capable of striking targets inside Russia.

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to meet senior Pentagon officials in Kyiv on November 20. US officials have not confirmed the details of the reported plan, with White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller saying he had “no news or announcements” to make on the matter.

By Sabina Mammadli