Putin is reportedly considering a ceasefire but demands a key condition—a referendum on Donbas. Zelensky said his next meeting with Donald Trump is scheduled for the 28th in Miami, where they are expected to discuss a peace agreement and potential security guarantees for Ukraine.
According to Axios, the US Senate is prepared to consider a fifth amendment regarding Ukraine’s defense, which would provide NATO-like protection without formal NATO membership. Putin insists that Ukraine must not join NATO but is willing to accept similar security guarantees.
The resolution of the Donbas issue remains elusive: Russia wants Ukraine to withdraw from the region, which Kyiv refuses. Zelensky underscores that a full peace deal will be the main focus of talks with Trump. Meanwhile, the Kremlin, reports Axios, is ready to temporarily freeze hostilities to allow for a referendum, but is not committing to an end to the war.
There is still no official Russian response to the Ukrainian peace plan. Zelensky emphasizes the importance of the US and European countries, alongside Ukraine, participating in peace negotiations. For now, European partners are expected to join discussions online.
European leaders debate the formation of a joint security system. Rutte warns against dropping American support, pointing out the security risks this would pose to Europe.
Amid the international agenda, a notable incident involves the suspected Ukrainian corruption figure Mindich, who was found by journalists in Israel. This case raises concerns about the effectiveness of law enforcement and the need for better international cooperation against corruption.
The central topic remains the further development of the peace process and Russia’s possible intentions—potentially to destabilize Ukraine through the referendum demand. Ukrainian society and experts continue to discuss security prospects and the country’s political future.
