Zelensky meets Trump: 20-point plan for peace in Ukraine!

Zelensky meets Trump: 20-point plan for peace in Ukraine!

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky faces an important meeting with US President Donald Trump on Sunday. In advance, Zelensky emphasizes that Kiev is out of the question of capitulation and a dictated peace with Russia. In particular, he rejects transfers of parts of the Donetsk region that Russia does not currently control oe24.at reported. The focus of the meeting is on security guarantees for Ukraine in the event of a ceasefire.

Zelensky also presented a revised peace plan in the form of 20 points, which were presented on Christmas Eve. This plan highlights the central role of security guarantees, which are essential to prevent future Russian incursions. “There is a need for discussion, especially regarding the cession of territory that Russia is demanding in exchange for a ceasefire,” explains n-tv.de.

The peace plan in 20 points

The 20 points of the peace plan, which calls for Ukraine to be confirmed as a sovereign state, also include far-reaching security guarantees and financial support. Important elements are:

• Bestätigung der Ukraine als souveränen Staat.
• Vollständiges Nichtangriffsabkommen zwischen Russland und der Ukraine.
• Starke Sicherheitsgarantien durch die USA, NATO und europäische Staaten.
• EU-Mitgliedschaft der Ukraine innerhalb eines festgelegten Zeitraums.
• Finanzierungspaket der Weltbank für den Wiederaufbau.
• Ein humanitärer Ausschuss zur Klärung offener Fragen, einschließlich Austausch von Kriegsgefangenen.

Zelensky is also calling for more anti-aircraft systems and missiles to counter daily Russian attacks. Ukraine needs up to $800 billion for post-war reconstruction, and the EU has already approved billions of dollars in financial support in the form of loans.

Security guarantees and international support

In the context of the talks on security guarantees, it is clear that Ukraine is seeking NATO membership in order to be under the protection of NATO Article 5. However, both Trump and NATO Secretary General Rutte emphasize that Ukraine joining NATO is not currently up for debate. Instead, security guarantees based on Article 5 could be discussed as a possible solution, which could also include political commitments to territorial integrity and support from international partners, such as tagesschau.de notes.

In addition, European troops could be deployed to ensure peace in Ukraine. French President Macron is already talking about “reinsurance troops,” while Trump is proposing the use of European soldiers but ruling out US soldiers. However, the situation remains tense as Russia rejects any NATO troops in Ukraine and warns of an escalation of the conflict.

In the coming period, it will be crucial for Zelensky to convince Trump of the need for strong security guarantees to offer Ukraine a prospect for peace and stability.