Overview
- Kyiv told AFP it has submitted an updated plan to Washington for ending Russia’s invasion, with details withheld pending a U.S. response.
- The framework has been reduced from 28 to 20 points and is coupled with separate texts on security guarantees and reconstruction, following initial recovery talks with U.S. officials and investors.
- Trump is pressing for a swift deal, with envoys reportedly targeting a Christmas timeline, and the White House saying it needs “answers” before agreeing to another meeting with Zelenskyy.
- European leaders spoke with Trump and are organizing a Coalition of the Willing call on Thursday involving roughly 30 countries to coordinate positions and push for stronger guarantees.
- Zelenskyy said Ukraine could hold elections within 60–90 days if partners ensure voting security and if legal changes permit balloting under martial law.