Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy listens during a news conference at a security summit in Kyiv, Ukraine, Monday, Feb. 24, 2025. (Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP)
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Zelenskyy Floats Demilitarized Donbas Zone in US-Backed Ukraine Peace Bid

  • Zelenskyy proposes a demilitarised Donbas zone, with mutual troop withdrawal and international monitoring, as part of a US-backed peace plan.
  • The 20-point plan, discussed with US in Florida, includes "strong" security guarantees for Ukraine, mirroring NATO's Article 5.
  • Proposals for Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant's future, including a demilitarised free economic zone for Enerhodar, are still under negotiation.
  • Russia shows no sign of withdrawal, insisting Ukraine cede remaining Donbas territory; Moscow to review US envoy's meeting details.
  • Other elements: Ukraine's EU membership, $800 billion for reconstruction, post-agreement elections, and prisoner release.

Why It Matters: Zelenskyy unveils a US-backed 20-point peace plan, offering a demilitarised Donbas zone and strong security guarantees.

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