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Summary:
The United States and Ukraine have reached a consensus on most issues in a 20-point plan aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict with Russia, but disagreements remain regarding territorial control in the Donbas region and the management of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant (ZNPP). The US has presented the plan to Russia, with a response expected on Wednesday, December 24, 2025. Key sticking points include Russia’s insistence on Ukraine relinquishing more territory in Donbas, Ukraine’s demand for a referendum on the region’s future, and differing proposals on the ZNPP’s management (US proposes a consortium with Russia and Ukraine, while Ukraine prefers a joint venture with the US). The plan also includes strong security guarantees for Ukraine mirroring NATO’s Article 5, a timeline for EU accession, and a significant development package for Ukraine, including reconstruction funds.
News Article:
US and Ukraine Reach Consensus on Most Points of Peace Plan, Territorial Disputes and Nuclear Plant Management Remain Obstacles
Kyiv – The United States and Ukraine have made significant progress towards a potential resolution of the nearly four-year conflict with Russia, agreeing on a 20-point plan following intensive negotiations in Florida. However, critical disagreements persist concerning the Donbas region and the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP), Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Tuesday.
The US has presented the proposal, reflecting Ukraine’s interests, to Russian negotiators. Moscow is expected to respond today, December 24, 2025.
According to Zelenskyy, the most contentious issue remains the Donbas region, specifically Russia’s demand for Ukraine to cede further territory. The US has proposed turning the region into a free economic zone, but Ukraine insists on a referendum to allow the Ukrainian people to determine their own future. Ukraine is also demanding the demilitarization of the area and the presence of international forces.
Another sticking point is the management of the ZNPP, currently under Russian occupation. The US proposes a consortium with Ukraine, Russia, and the US, while Ukraine is advocating for a joint venture with the US, giving the US full control over the use of its funds.
Despite these hurdles, Zelenskyy expressed optimism that the majority of the plan is agreed upon. The draft includes strong security guarantees for Ukraine, mirroring NATO’s Article 5, as well as a timeline for EU accession and a substantial development package aimed at rebuilding the Ukrainian economy, attracting $800 billion in investments through equity, grants, loans and private sector contributions.. The proposal also includes the withdrawal of Russian forces from several regions and the placement of international forces along the contact line.
The plan also includes the withdrawal of Russian forces from several regions and the placement of international forces along the contact line. Further negotiations are needed to determine troop withdrawal distances and international force locations.
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