European Leaders Question US Peace Plan for Russia, Ukraine

News Context

At a glance

Key People	Marco Rubio (US Secretary of State) Donald Trump (US⁤ President) Volodymyr ⁤Zelensky (Ukraine⁤ President)
Location	Switzerland (Geneva)
Date	november 23, 2025
Main Event	Peace⁤ talks between the United States and Ukraine regarding the war with Russia.
Progress	Described as the “most productive and meaningful ⁣so far” by‍ Rubio.”Extensive ‍and productive” according to the White House. Ample progress has been made.
Peace Plan Details	28-point plan presented. Potential for Russia to gain more ⁢Ukrainian territory. Limits on Ukraine’s army size. Prevention of Ukraine⁢ joining NATO. Conditions align with Moscow’s demands.
Ukraine’s Position	Principal concerns (security, economic development, infrastructure,⁢ sovereignty) were addressed. Believes the current draft reflects national interests and provides safeguards. Willingness‍ to compromise on ceding land to Russia‍ is not explicitly stated, but Rubio ‍declined to comment on specifics.
Timeline	Initial deadline of Thursday (given by Trump) seemingly‍ walked back. Desire to have⁣ a deal by⁤ Thursday, but more time is needed.
Statements	Rubio: ⁤remaining issues are not insurmountable. Zelensky: Positive signals⁤ from ‍Trump’s team, diplomacy has been reinvigorated. white House: Meetings ⁤were candid, ⁢detailed, and conducted in a spirit of partnership.