President Donald Trump announced that by Thursday, Ukraine must agree to his proposed peace plan—or face potential discontinuation of U.S. aid.
The plan calls for Ukraine to make sweeping concessions, including relinquishing control of significant territory, limiting its future military capability, and foregoing NATO membership. Meanwhile, Russia is asked only to withdraw from non-Ukrainian areas and allow humanitarian access—without reparations or admitting guilt.
President Volodymyr Zelensky sharply rebuked the proposal, stating that it forces Ukraine to choose between preserving its independence and securing crucial U.S. backing.
Inside the administration, officials express concern that the minimal demands on Russia could undermine Kyiv’s negotiating position and strain the U.S.’s credibility among allies.