The Trump administration has extended invitations to Russia and Belarus to join a proposed Gaza “Board of Peace,” with both countries confirming receipt of the offer. Russia is reviewing the invitation through diplomatic channels and hopes to clarify details with the U.S., while Belarus expressed readiness to participate, hoping the organization will expand. Alongside these countries, Argentina, Jordan, Canada, India, Egypt, Hungary, and Vietnam also received invitations, with the White House and State Department yet to release a full list. The board, chaired by Trump, aims to oversee Gaza’s governance, reconstruction, and development as part of his broader peace plan, with potential members reportedly required to pay a $1 billion fee.
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Following a meeting at Mar-a-Lago, President Zelenskyy announced that US security guarantees for Ukraine were fully agreed upon. He also revealed that a 20-point peace plan was 90% agreed, with an economic revitalization plan nearly finalized. While acknowledging the success of the talks, President Trump indicated that the territorial partition issue remained unresolved and that Europe would play a significant role in Ukraine’s future security. The discussions included a phone call with European leaders, showing good progress toward finalizing documents, possibly within the next month, as hoped by Zelenskyy.
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The United States has offered Ukraine security guarantees for 15 years as part of a proposed peace plan, though Ukraine would prefer a longer commitment. Negotiations, led by the U.S. and Russia, continue to search for a breakthrough on key issues such as troop withdrawal. The talks come as Russia claims its forces are advancing and also reports an attack on Putin’s residence. A national referendum to approve the 20-point peace plan is under discussion, though it requires a ceasefire.
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Zelenskyy confirms Russia still demands all of Donbas in their supposed “peace” plan, and that’s the core issue here. It’s a sticking point, a fundamental disagreement that highlights the vast chasm between the two sides. Zelenskyy is playing a difficult hand, making concessions where he can, like potentially dropping NATO membership, yet standing firm where he must, such as on the issue of Ukrainian land. This makes a clear statement: he’s contributing to the peace process while protecting Ukraine’s sovereignty.
The fact that Russia continues to demand the entirety of Donbas, even territory they haven’t fully conquered, reveals a stark reality: they want everything.… Continue reading
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy continues to rally European support and is resistant to ceding any territory, despite U.S. pressure. Zelenskyy is working with American and European partners on several documents related to a peace proposal and Ukraine’s recovery. He met with Pope Leo and discussed diplomatic efforts for peace. A key point of contention is the U.S. proposal for Ukraine to cede control of the Donbas region, a suggestion strongly resisted by Ukraine and its allies.
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President Zelenskyy responded to criticism regarding the unread “peace plan” by stating that disagreements persist among the involved parties. Specifically, sensitive issues like security guarantees for Ukraine and the control of eastern regions require further discussion. Negotiations have not yet produced a unified vision for Donbas, and Ukraine is advocating for a separate security-guarantee agreement with its Western allies. Zelenskyy’s comments followed remarks by former US President Donald Trump, who claimed that Russia supported the plan while Zelenskyy had not reviewed it.
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President Trump expressed disappointment that Ukrainian President Zelenskyy had not yet reviewed the US peace plan, as of a recent update. Trump stated that while Russia is open to a peace deal, though it would prefer to have all of Ukraine, he is unsure if Zelenskyy agrees, despite his team’s support. The US presented a 28-point peace plan in November, which was revised following consultations with Ukraine, and subsequently discussed with Russia. The revised plan, now containing 27 points divided into four packages, includes limitations on the Ukrainian army, territorial concessions, economic cooperation, and European security issues.
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Hamas chief rejects key points of Trump peace plan, which, well, honestly, is no surprise at all, is it? It’s like, you’ve seen the movie before, you know the ending. Anyone who’s been following this whole saga for any length of time just shrugs and thinks, “Yep, expected that.” The thing is, this rejection underscores precisely why Hamas can’t, and shouldn’t, have any say in the future of Gaza. Their fundamental aim, the thing that drives them, is the destruction of Israel. And that’s a goal that’s completely incompatible with any sort of lasting peace. They would rather see every Palestinian killed, than have peace.… Continue reading
The central premise revolves around the urgent need for Europe to forge its own peace plan for Ukraine, rather than passively waiting for the United States to take the lead. This sentiment arises from a growing recognition of American unreliability and a desire for greater European agency on the global stage. It’s been said time and again, and the call to action rings out: Europe needs to step up.
The core of the issue is multifaceted. Some commentators suggest that the US, even if acting with good intentions, may be leaning towards a peace deal that favors Russia, effectively a form of surrender by Ukraine.… Continue reading
Ohio Representative Mike Turner expressed concerns about the White House-backed peace plan for Ukraine, suggesting it may be too favorable to Russia and emphasizing the need to view Russia as a skeptical adversary. Turner, speaking on “Face the Nation,” highlighted that any peace arrangement must prioritize Ukraine’s sovereignty, acknowledging comments made by Senator Marco Rubio in Miami. The plan has undergone revisions following initial criticism. Turner also expressed concern over reports suggesting a potential orchestration of communication, giving Russia preferential positioning prior to speaking with the President.
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