US former President Donald Trump is pressing for a quick peace deal in Ukraine, but Kyiv is cautious about any agreement that compromises its sovereignty. Earlier proposals, viewed as heavily favoring Russia, prompted Ukrainian officials to push back and engage in intensive negotiations in Geneva over the weekend. Delegates from the US, Ukraine, Germany, France, and the UK shuttled between talks, signaling high-level diplomatic involvement.
The initial plan, widely seen as Kremlin-aligned, included limits on Ukraine’s military and potential territorial concessions. Kyiv resisted, insisting on security guarantees and retaining its territory. Reports indicate a revised framework has emerged, incorporating European amendments. The new draft reportedly removes the automatic veto on NATO membership, lifts troop caps, and eliminates full amnesty for war crimes. Most importantly, it references possible Article 5-style protection, signaling Western security support if Russia attacks again.
While Ukraine remains under military pressure and Russia shows no readiness to compromise, the revised proposal offers a potentially acceptable path forward. Analysts suggest Trump’s urgency has accelerated diplomacy, though challenges remain. Ukrainian officials continue to emphasize that peace cannot come at the cost of sovereignty or security guarantees.
