Zelenskyy expressed frustration that Trump’s peace plan was drafted without Ukraine or Europe’s participation. The plan demands territorial surrender and military restrictions. Ukrainian leaders said the process is illegitimate.
Trump insists the deal must be signed by Thanksgiving. He argues Ukraine has no realistic path to recovering the Donbas region. European allies are alarmed.
Zelenskyy said Ukraine cannot accept peace terms negotiated behind its back. He warned that accepting would undermine Ukraine’s dignity and constitutional principles. Russia continues its winter offensive.
He promised to negotiate calmly but would offer counter-proposals that defend Ukraine’s national interests. He said Ukraine seeks peace but only one that prevents future invasions.
European leaders agreed that excluding Ukraine from peace negotiations is unacceptable.
Zelenskyy Rejects Plan Drafted Without Ukraine: ‘We Will Not Be Excluded
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