Ukrainian officials announced today that high-level consultations with U.S. counterparts will begin imminently in Switzerland to discuss a potential peace agreement with Russia. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has authorized a delegation led by Chief of Staff Andrii Yermak, including National Security and Defense Council Secretary Rustem Umerov, to negotiate terms aimed at ending the prolonged conflict.
The development follows U.S. President Donald Trump's approval of a 28-point peace plan this week, with the former president telling media this past Thursday that he considered the date an appropriate deadline for Kyiv's acceptance. While details of the proposal remain undisclosed, Ukrainian authorities emphasized their commitment to "defend the legitimate interests of the Ukrainian people" during negotiations.
This diplomatic push comes as Switzerland consolidates its role as a neutral mediator in 2025, hosting multiple conflict resolution initiatives. Analysts suggest the talks could reshape security frameworks across Eastern Europe, though skepticism remains about immediate breakthroughs given the complex geopolitical stakes.
