Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed a 20-point peace proposal on December 24, 2025, marking the first public outline of a framework discussed with the United States to resolve the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The plan, which addresses sovereignty, security guarantees, and post-war reconstruction, aims to establish a foundation for formal negotiations.
Key Proposals and Unresolved Issues
The draft reaffirms Ukraine's sovereignty and proposes non-aggression agreements monitored via space-based systems. It maintains Ukraine's armed forces at 800,000 personnel and seeks NATO-style security guarantees from Western allies. While progress has been made on 18 points, disputes persist over control of the Donbas region and the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant. The U.S. has proposed a tripartite management model for the plant, while Kyiv insists on excluding Russian involvement.
Economic and Humanitarian Measures
The plan includes an $800 billion global recovery fund and accelerated EU accession talks. A U.S.-Ukraine free-trade agreement is prioritized, though Washington seeks parallel terms for Russia. Humanitarian provisions mandate all-for-all prisoner exchanges and protections for minority languages, while a demilitarized Kinburn Spit would secure Black Sea trade routes.
International Reactions
Russian Presidential Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov stated on December 25 that Moscow will formulate its position after reviewing bilateral talks held in Florida this month. The proposal requires approval from U.S. President Donald Trump, European leaders, and Russian President Vladimir Putin before implementation. A U.S.-led Peace Council would enforce compliance through sanctions.
As of December 2025, the conflict remains deadlocked along current battle lines, with Kyiv insisting on halting hostilities at existing fronts. Analysts note the absence of NATO membership aspirations in the draft signals pragmatic concessions by Ukraine.
