Summary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy proposed creating demilitarized zones (DMZs) in parts of the Donbas region and near a nuclear plant, hoping to end the conflict with Russia. The proposal is part of a broader peace plan supported by U.S. President Donald Trump. The plan includes discussions on Ukraine's NATO membership and potential territorial concessions.
Key Facts
- Ukraine is willing to make parts of the Donbas region a DMZ if Russia agrees to keep its soldiers out.
- The proposal marks Ukraine's biggest territorial concession during the conflict.
- President Zelenskyy suggests a second DMZ near the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, now controlled by Russia.
- Zelenskyy's plan is part of a 20-point peace proposal negotiated with Washington.
- Russia opposes Ukraine joining NATO, and President Trump supports this stance against Ukraine’s NATO aspirations.
- Ukraine wants any territorial changes approved through a national vote.
- Ukraine will only hold presidential elections after a peace agreement is reached.
- Russian forces control most of Luhansk and parts of Donetsk in the Donbas region.
