Ukraine and the United States are reportedly nearing an agreement on a 20-point peace framework aimed at ending the nearly four-year war with Russia, but Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected Ukraine’s proposal for a Christmas ceasefire, Ukrainian officials said. Fox News+1
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Kyiv and Washington have made significant progress in crafting a comprehensive document that includes security guarantees, economic arrangements, and diplomatic commitments. The framework is being described as a potential foundation for a durable peace if Russia accepts the terms. Fox News
At a press conference in Kyiv, Zelenskyy said the plan covers 20 key points, most of which have already been agreed upon between Ukrainian and U.S. negotiators. He noted that while not perfect, the draft reflects major steps toward a peace settlement that could involve Ukraine, the United States, and European partners. Fox News
Zelenskyy expressed optimism about the inclusion of strong security guarantees for Ukraine, referencing commitments similar to NATO’s collective defense mechanisms as part of the proposal. These guarantees, if approved by the U.S. Congress, would aim to deter future aggression and ensure long-term stability in the region. РБК
However, territorial issues — particularly in eastern Ukraine’s Donbas region and control over the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant — remain unresolved. These points are among the most contentious in negotiations with Moscow, according to Ukrainian officials. euronews
Ukraine also suggested that a formal ceasefire during the Christmas holiday would help reduce bloodshed and build trust. But Zelenskyy confirmed that Russia declined the Christmas ceasefire offer, a move he described as an unwanted signal amid ongoing hostilities. Fox News
Despite the setback on a temporary ceasefire, Kyiv and Washington appear committed to finalizing the broader peace framework. Diplomats, military experts, and international partners are continuing discussions, hoping that a detailed plan can eventually bring an end to the conflict. AOL
The war, which began with Russia’s full-scale invasion, has cost tens of thousands of lives, displaced millions of civilians, and reshaped European geopolitics. Progress in talks is seen by supporters as a hopeful step, but divisions over territorial control and security guarantees may continue to slow any final agreement.
