US Envoy: New Ukraine Peace Plan Aims to Prevent Future Conflicts
Steve Witkoff, the U.S. special representative for Ukraine appointed by President Donald Trump, has emphasized that Washington’s new peace plan—if accepted—could not only end the conflict between Moscow and Kyiv, but also prevent potential future wars.
Speaking to The Wall Street Journal on Friday, Witkoff expressed hope that the initiative could pave the way for long-term economic cooperation between the United States, Russia, and Ukraine. According to him, transforming the three nations into trade partners would be a significant step toward regional stability.
The initial draft of the peace plan, unveiled by the Trump administration, consisted of 28 articles. However, following strong objections from the Ukrainian government and several European countries—who viewed certain provisions as conflicting with Kyiv’s interests—the plan underwent revisions.
On November 23, senior U.S. and Ukrainian officials met in Geneva, resolving several outstanding issues. According to Ukrainian media reports, most articles in the plan have been agreed upon, though a few key provisions still require high-level negotiations.
President Trump announced last Tuesday that the revised version of the plan now contains 22 articles. The exact date of the upcoming presidential meeting, during which the proposal is expected to be finalized, has not yet been confirmed.
The responses to this diplomatic effort reflect the high sensitivity surrounding peace efforts in Ukraine, a country locked in a devastating war with Russia since 2022. Meanwhile, although the Taliban administration claims neutrality in foreign policy, it has yet to take a clear stance on Ukraine. As the international community strives to bring an end to the crisis, the Taliban’s lack of engagement highlights ongoing concerns over its global diplomatic effectiveness.
