In a development that has stirred sharp debate across diplomatic circles, reports suggest that American and Russian officials have drafted a 28-point peace framework that would require Ukraine to surrender portions of its territory and dramatically scale back its armed forces.
The proposal, which has not been publicly released or officially confirmed by either government, is said to be part of an effort by the Trump administration to revive stalled settlement talks and push toward an end to the nearly three-year war.
Key Demands in the Reported Plan
According to people familiar with the draft, the peace outline includes several contentious conditions:
Ceding control of certain eastern regions to Russia, including areas currently contested by Ukrainian forces.
Cutting the size of Ukraine’s standing army, a move critics say would severely weaken Kyiv’s ability to defend itself.
Restricting certain categories of advanced weapons, potentially limiting Ukraine’s long-term security posture.
Introducing changes to Ukraine’s linguistic and legal frameworks to accommodate Russian interests.
These points, if accurate, would represent one of the most far-reaching concessions demanded of Ukraine since the conflict began.
Strong Pushback From Kyiv
Ukrainian officials have repeatedly insisted that no peace deal is acceptable if it forces the country to surrender sovereign territory or compromise its security. President Volodymyr Zelensky has maintained that Ukraine will not “trade land for peace,” arguing that doing so would only embolden further aggression.
Washington and Moscow Remain Silent
The Trump administration has not commented on the specifics of the reported plan, and the Kremlin has dismissed speculation about any new agreement being close. Analysts say both sides may be testing the waters to gauge international reaction before taking any formal steps.
Analysts Warn of Risks
Security experts caution that any settlement requiring Ukraine to demilitarize or give up land could reshape the balance of power in Eastern Europe, potentially rewarding Moscow while limiting Kyiv’s future independence.
For now, the reported proposal remains unofficial — but its emergence highlights the intensifying diplomatic maneuvering as global powers search for a path to end the war.
