US pressures Ukraine to accept 28-point peace plan by next week Exclusive by Reuters

Ukraine is reportedly under unprecedented pressure from the United States to accept the framework of a U.S.-brokered peace deal with Russia, including implied threats to suspend intelligence and military support, according to two sources familiar with the matter who spoke to Reuters.

One of the sources, speaking on condition of anonymity, stated that Washington is aiming for Ukraine to sign the framework by next Thursday, November 27.

The proposed plan, presented by the U.S. administration, consists of a 28-point peace framework addressing a wide range of issues, including military arrangements, economic recovery, Ukraine’s reconstruction, Russia’s international role, energy policy, and oversight of strategic facilities.

Under the framework, Ukraine would receive formal U.S. security guarantees ensuring its sovereignty, while simultaneously being required to amend its constitution to permanently renounce NATO membership. In return, NATO would commit not to deploy troops on Ukrainian territory. The plan also imposes limitations on the size and capabilities of the Ukrainian Armed Forces and reaffirms Ukraine’s status as a non-nuclear state.

Several major territorial provisions are included. Crimea, Donetsk, and Luhansk would be recognised de facto as Russian-controlled territories, while Kherson and Zaporizhzhia would be treated as “frozen” conflict zones aligned with the current line of contact. Certain areas would be designated as demilitarised buffer zones under de facto Russian supervision. Both Russia and Ukraine would agree not to alter borders through military force.

The plan further envisions the establishment of a U.S.–Russia working group and a formal Russian commitment of non-aggression toward Ukraine and Europe. It also includes a substantial U.S.–EU investment package for Ukraine’s reconstruction, gradual lifting of sanctions on Russia, and restoration of Russia’s G8 membership, alongside long-term U.S.–Russia economic cooperation initiatives.

Domestically, the framework calls for nationwide elections in Ukraine within 100 days of signing, along with full amnesty for all individuals involved in the conflict. Oversight of the agreement’s implementation would be managed by a “Peace Council” chaired by former U.S. President Donald Trump. Upon signing, all parties would immediately implement a ceasefire and withdraw forces to previously agreed positions.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to personally discuss the details of the proposal with U.S. President Trump in the coming days.

By Tamilla Hasanova