US, Kyiv close in on Ukraine peace deal after Geneva talks
After intensive weekend meetings in Geneva, the White House says Washington and Kyiv have narrowed differences on the US-drafted Ukraine peace plan to only a few outstanding points. President Donald Trump is said to be confident a political settlement can be reached soon, though key concerns remain in both Ukraine and Europe.
High-level negotiations in Geneva between the United States and Ukraine have significantly reduced disagreements over the proposed peace plan aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war, the White House announced late Monday. Spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and special envoy Steve Witkoff reviewed the 28-point framework with Ukrainian officials throughout the weekend, seeking to secure progress before a formal response is due.
White House optimism grows
Briefing US media in Washington, Leavitt noted that the discussions helped refine the draft, leaving “just a couple points” still unresolved. She stressed that President Donald Trump “wants the fighting to stop” and remains hopeful the roadmap can halt the conflict, which has entered its fourth year. The spokesperson also underlined that the US continues supplying weapons to NATO states, but warned that such support “cannot continue indefinitely.”
Kyiv weighs political risks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has publicly acknowledged the difficulty of the moment, saying he confronts a choice between “the loss of our dignity or the risk of losing a key partner.” Reports in European capitals indicate concern that the draft plan could require Ukraine to cede further territory to Russia, reduce the size of its armed forces, and withdraw its bid for NATO membership.
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European allies voice concern
Over the weekend, leaders from nine European countries, together with Japan, Canada and senior EU officials, voiced unease over provisions that could limit Ukraine’s military capabilities. They warned such restrictions could leave Kyiv exposed to “future attack,” urging continued coordination with allies as consultations proceed in Switzerland and other European venues.
Next steps in the peace process
Washington has asked Kyiv to deliver its formal position by Thursday. Trump has also signaled that the current text is “not a final offer,” suggesting additional revisions may follow. Türkiye, which has hosted previous mediation efforts between Russia and Ukraine, continues to monitor developments closely as diplomatic efforts intensify.
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