Zelensky outlines plan to end war: Ceasefire, troop withdrawal, free economic zone
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine, together with its partners in the United States and Europe, has developed a plan to end the war that envisages a ceasefire, the creation of a free economic zone, and the withdrawal of troops.
President Zelensky discussed a plan for ending the war with journalists, according to Ukrinform. The plan involves a ceasefire as the primary goal, followed by a withdrawal of troops. The proposal also includes the creation of a free economic zone, which would require both Russian and Ukrainian forces to withdraw to create a buffer zone administered by a third party.
The details of the economic zone's administration have yet to be determined. Zelensky emphasized that these ideas were not just Ukrainian, but were the result of discussions involving American and European parties. He stated that all parties involved have responded positively to the proposals. The President also mentioned that the United States plans to share additional ideas at an opportune moment.
The most recent trilateral talks between Ukraine, the United States, and Russia took place in Geneva on February 17-18. It is expected that U.S. President Donald Trump's representatives, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, will visit Kyiv following their frequent visits to Russia. Earlier this year, Zelensky had a meeting with Trump's representatives, during which they discussed ways to intensify diplomatic efforts towards achieving peace.
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