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Zelensky Seeks US Approval for 20-Point Peace Plan

PUBLISHED Dec 26, 2025, 9:37 PM ET

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Zelensky Seeks US Approval for 20-Point Peace Plan

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Palm Beach, Florida — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met US President Donald Trump on Sunday to seek US approval for a 20-point peace plan aimed at ending nearly four years of war with Russia. Zelensky presented proposals including a demilitarized zone, security guarantees, and measures for control of Zaporizhzhia, and he said a 60-day ceasefire would be minimum to hold a referendum if territorial concessions are required. Trump said he would review and approve any agreement, and senior officials noted Russia had not signed the plan. Western and European leaders expressed conditional support. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Sidra | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Ukrainian and US officials draft a 20-point peace framework in December.
Dec 26: Zelensky tells Axios he would hold a referendum if Russia accepts a 60-day ceasefire.
Dec 27: White House announces Trump–Zelensky meeting at Palm Beach on Dec 28; Trump tells Politico he must approve any deal.
Dec 27–28: Russia launches missile and drone strikes on Kyiv ahead of the meeting.
Dec 28: Zelensky meets Trump in Florida seeking US approval and security guarantees.

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Articles Published:: 13
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Who Benefited

Diplomats, negotiators, and governments seeking a negotiated end to hostilities stand to benefit from progress toward a US-backed 20-point framework and any resulting ceasefire, security guarantees, or formalized agreements.

Who Impacted

Ukrainian civilians, frontline personnel, and communities near conflict zones continue to suffer from missile and drone strikes, displacement, and the uncertainty surrounding negotiations.