Kyiv (The COW News Digital) Hopes for ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict have received a boost as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky signaled his willingness to advance U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed peace framework. The announcement marks a potential step toward negotiations aimed at safeguarding Ukraine’s sovereignty while reducing regional tensions.
In a recent statement, Zelensky expressed readiness to engage directly with Trump and European allies on contentious aspects of the plan to ensure Ukraine’s security and territorial integrity. The move comes amid warnings from Russia, which indicated that failure to implement the agreement could justify further regional action by Moscow.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin commented that the proposal could serve as the foundation for a final peace settlement, though certain adjustments would be necessary. Ukraine views these proposed changes as potentially strengthening Russia’s strategic position in the region.
President Zelensky also called on European leaders to develop a clear framework for the deployment of European troops in Ukraine. Such a deployment is intended to prevent possible aggression from Russia following a ceasefire, providing a stabilizing presence on the ground.
The statement was made during a recent European Union meeting, where U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer also expressed support for the stationing of European forces in Ukraine. Analysts note that these discussions highlight the international community’s growing role in shaping security arrangements and post-conflict stabilization in the region.
The U.S. peace plan, initially comprising 28 points, has reportedly been reduced to 19 points following discussions in Geneva and Abu Dhabi. However, sensitive issues such as territorial withdrawals and NATO participation remain unresolved, posing challenges for negotiators.
Trump took to Truth Social to comment on the progress, stating, “Significant progress has been made; only a few disagreements remain. I look forward to meeting Zelensky and Putin—but only when the agreement is in its final stages.” He also emphasized his track record, claiming that in the past nine months he had prevented eight wars and was close to stopping a ninth.
Observers note that Ukraine’s willingness to engage with both the U.S. and European allies could open a path toward a multilateral approach for a lasting ceasefire. The next steps are expected to involve detailed discussions on troop deployments, security guarantees, and mechanisms to monitor compliance with the peace agreement.
The evolving negotiations underscore the delicate balance of diplomacy, military strategy, and international cooperation required to resolve one of the world’s most pressing conflicts.
