US and Ukraine prepare for High-Stakes Geneva talks ahead of Trump plan deadline
High-level officials from the United States, Ukraine and key European allies are scheduled to meet in Geneva on Sunday as Kyiv faces a rapidly approaching deadline to respond to a controversial US proposal aimed at ending the war with Russia.
President Donald Trump has set Thursday as the cutoff date for Ukraine to accept his administration’s 28-point peace plan, a document that has drawn widespread criticism for requiring Kyiv to make significant concessions. The proposal reportedly demands that Ukraine surrender territory, limit the size of its military, and pledge not to join NATO — positions long championed by Moscow.
Western leaders who gathered at the G20 Summit in South Africa this weekend cautiously welcomed renewed diplomatic efforts but warned that the US plan is merely a “preliminary draft” requiring major revisions. In a joint message, they reiterated that borders cannot be altered by force and raised concerns that restricting Ukraine’s armed forces would leave the country exposed to future aggression.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and special envoy Steve Witkoff are expected to lead the American delegation in Geneva. Their objective is to refine language within the proposal ahead of a future meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Trump, according to a US official.
National security advisers from the United Kingdom, France, and Germany will also participate, reflecting growing European unease. One senior diplomat stressed that any eventual agreement “cannot legitimize occupation” and must avoid imposing backdoor concessions that weaken European security.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he plans to hold further talks with Zelensky, emphasizing close coordination among Ukraine’s partners.
Meanwhile, preparations are underway for a separate US–Russia meeting to discuss the proposal, though it will not take place in Geneva. Russian President Vladimir Putin has signaled cautious approval, suggesting the plan could serve as a basis for a long-term settlement.
Zelensky confirmed that he has approved the composition of Ukraine’s negotiating team and vowed that his representatives would defend the nation’s interests. While open to discussions, the Ukrainian leader has made clear he will not compromise his country’s sovereignty.
The Geneva discussions precede a meeting of EU leaders scheduled for Monday, as Europe seeks to form a unified stance amid rapidly shifting diplomatic pressure.
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