Donald Trump's proposed peace plan for Ukraine is heavily criticized for its pro-Russia bias. The plan includes recognizing Crimea as Russian, temporarily ceding occupied territories in Donbas, providing Russia with half of Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant's energy, and lifting all sanctions imposed since 2014. Ukraine would receive minimal territorial concessions in return and face an uncertain future regarding security guarantees and EU membership.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has firmly rejected the plan. Russia, while initially seemingly receptive, later clarified that it considers Zelenskyy's signature invalid due to the upcoming election. Russia insists on Ukraine's withdrawal from occupied territories in four oblasts before a potential end to the war. This demands the improbable voluntary withdrawal of Ukrainian forces from substantial territories they control.
Trump's plan risks alienating Europe and potentially halting US aid to Ukraine. This could lead to increased instability in Europe and heightened threats from Russia. A small detail of Trump using the Ukrainian spelling of "Kyiv" rather than the Russian "Kiev" on his social media has sparked hope among some in Ukraine. However, there is currently no concrete evidence for this being a sign of changing intentions.