US, Ukraine hold talks on peace framework in Geneva
The talks were described as “constructive, focused and respectful” and underlined the shared determination to achieve a just and lasting peace.
US representatives and Ukraine met in Geneva on Sunday to discuss a US peace proposal focused on finding a just and lasting solution to the ongoing conflict, according to a joint statement released after the meeting.
The talks were described as “constructive, focused and respectful” and underlined the shared determination to achieve a just and lasting peace. “Both sides agreed that the consultations were extremely productive. The discussions showed meaningful progress towards aligning positions and clearly defining next steps,” the statement said. The statement was included.
The joint statement emphasized that any future agreement “must fully support Ukraine’s sovereignty and ensure a sustainable and just peace.” As a result of the discussions, the parties drafted an updated and refined peace framework.
The Ukrainian delegation reiterated its gratitude for the steadfast commitment of the United States and President Donald Trump and emphasized their “tireless efforts to end the war and the loss of life.”
Both Ukraine and the United States agreed to continue working hard on joint proposals in the coming days and to stay in close contact with European partners as the process progresses. Final decisions under the framework will be made by the presidents of Ukraine and the United States.
Both sides reiterated their readiness to continue working together to achieve peace that will ensure the security, stability and reconstruction of Ukraine.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio sounded optimistic on Sunday after calling the talks so far “productive and meaningful,” CNN reported.
Rubio told reporters after the first session: Rubio said the 28-point peace plan put forward by U.S. President Donald Trump continues to evolve as delegates work to reach terms acceptable to both Ukraine and Russia.
“This is a living, breathing document. Every day, with input, it changes,” he said, “The items that remain open are not insurmountable. We just need more time than what we have today,” he said.
According to CNN, the US proposal was subject to bipartisan criticism due to the concessions it made to Russia. The plan pressures Kiev to give up territory, limit the size of its army and promise not to join NATO in exchange for an end to the war, as the Kremlin has long demanded.
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