U.S. proposes framework for Ukraine-Russia peace deal in Paris

The U.S. has proposed a final peace framework to end the Russia-Ukraine war, offering a ceasefire, territorial compromises, security guarantees for Ukraine, and renewed economic ties with Russia, according to talks held in Paris.

The United States has presented what it calls a final peace offer to end the war between Russia and Ukraine, as shared by U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff with European officials in Paris.

Ceasefire & Security:

-A permanent ceasefire is to be established immediately.

-Both parties will begin technical discussions to implement the ceasefire.

-Ukraine will receive strong security guarantees from a group of European and selected non-European countries.

-Ukraine agrees not to pursue NATO membership but can continue toward EU membership.

Territorial Agreements:

-The U.S. formally recognizes Russia’s claim over Crimea.

-The U.S. unofficially acknowledges Russian control in Luhansk, and parts of Zaporizhzhia, Donetsk, and Kherson.

-Ukraine regains territory in the Kharkiv region.

-Ukraine takes back control of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant (to be overseen by the U.S.) and the Kakhovka Dam. Electricity from the plant will be shared.

-Ukraine secures full navigation rights on the Dnieper River and takes control of the Kinburn Spit.

Economic Terms:

-The U.S. and Ukraine will establish economic cooperation, especially on minerals.

-Ukraine will be rebuilt and financially compensated.

-Sanctions on Russia imposed since 2014 will be lifted.

-U.S.-Russia economic cooperation will resume in energy and industry.

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