Overview
- Zelensky says the U.S.–Ukraine draft is about 90% complete ahead of Sunday’s Mar-a-Lago talks, while Trump insists nothing proceeds without his approval.
- The United States has proposed roughly 15-year security agreements that could be extended, which Zelensky argues is too short and wants lengthened.
- Zelensky plans to propose a nationwide referendum on the entire package if Russia agrees to a 60-day halt in fighting, as a U.S. official says Moscow prefers a shorter pause.
- Agenda items include territorial questions such as potential reciprocal withdrawals in Donbas and the status and use of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant.
- Kyiv is coordinating with European leaders, with Paris set to host a Coalition of the Willing meeting in early January, while Russia says Ukraine’s 20-point plan diverges from proposals it has discussed with Washington.