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A new European-led peace plan aimed at ending the war in Ukraine has been unveiled, offering an alternative to the recent framework put forward by the United States which was felt to be a capitulation by President Trump. The proposal, drafted jointly by Britain, France, Germany and other EU countries retains Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity as central principles while adjusting or removing elements of the earlier U.S. plan that proved contentious in Kyiv and other European capitals. The document calls for a ceasefire along existing front lines, long-term security guarantees and substantial reconstruction support once fighting ends.
UK officials involved in shaping the plan have stressed that any settlement must be acceptable to Ukraine and durable enough to ensure stability across Europe. While the proposal does not rule out future NATO membership for Ukraine or restrict its military capabilities, it seeks to establish a framework that would halt hostilities and open the door to broader political negotiations. Whether Russia will engage with the European version remains uncertain, with analysts noting that Moscow has shown little willingness to compromise in recent months.