Edith HejbergDonald Trump has reportedly agreed to meet both Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky in an effort to finalise a peace deal, on one condition: that all sides agree to the draft framework already on the table.
In a dramatic intervention, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer declared that Britain should be ready to send troops to Ukraine as part of a future peace agreement with Russia.
Addressing world leaders, Starmer said such a commitment was “vital” to ensuring Kyiv’s long-term security and preventing renewed aggression from Moscow.
NATO-style deployment pitched as part of peace deal
Starmer made his remarks during a virtual meeting of the so-called “coalition of the willing,” where he urged allied nations to firm up their military plans.
He stressed the importance of robust troop readiness, suggesting that only a strong show of resolve would deter future violations by Russia.
Trump signals readiness to meet—but sets a condition
Donald Trump has reportedly agreed to meet both Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky in an effort to finalise a peace deal, on one condition: that all sides agree to the draft framework already on the table.
The president is said to be open to rapid talks, possibly during the Thanksgiving break at Mar-a-Lago.
US and Ukraine close to sealing 19-point plan
Officials from Washington and Kyiv are nearing agreement on a revised 19-point peace plan that would replace an earlier version seen as too pro-Russian.
Talks held last weekend in Geneva were described as “constructive,” with both sides moving toward a final accord that could end nearly four years of war.
Revised proposal drops Moscow’s harshest demands
The new plan reportedly removes several controversial Russian demands from the previous 28-point draft.
These include Ukraine surrendering eastern Donbas territory, halving its military, and banning foreign troops from operating inside its borders. Ukrainian sources say those clauses are no longer on the table.
Putin digs in, blasts West for ‘blown chances’
Despite the diplomatic movement, the Kremlin appeared unimpressed. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov lashed out at Europe, accusing it of missing its opportunity to shape a meaningful peace process.
“You had your chance,” he said bluntly, hinting at Moscow’s mistrust of Western-led efforts.
France, UK, Turkey explore joint ‘reassurance force’
Amid growing support for a post-conflict stabilisation mission, French President Emmanuel Macron revealed that France, the UK and Turkey are discussing a new “reassurance force” for Ukraine.
The initiative could see international troops deployed in key cities like Kyiv or Odesa following a ceasefire.
Moscow insists on red lines over NATO
Russia continues to oppose any future NATO involvement in Ukraine, especially permanent foreign troop deployments.
Analysts say this remains one of the most difficult sticking points in the peace process. Putin’s position suggests limited flexibility on the issue of Ukraine’s military alliances.
Zelensky considers last-minute trip to meet Trump
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is reportedly weighing a surprise visit to Florida to meet Trump in person.
While not yet confirmed, his team has said they’re targeting the “earliest suitable date” to finalise the terms of the agreement. Talks are said to be entering a decisive phase.
Back-channel diplomacy in full swing
A web of backroom negotiations is driving the current peace push.
US envoy Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and Kremlin-linked figure Kirill Dmitriev have been central to shaping the current draft. Meanwhile, Ukraine’s military intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov held secret talks with Russian counterparts in Abu Dhabi.
Starmer rebukes Trump’s peace plan as too soft
Sir Keir Starmer dismissed Trump’s original peace proposal, stating bluntly, “It needs work.”
His stance puts the UK at odds with the Trump camp, which has pushed for a deal that many in Europe view as overly accommodating to Moscow. Starmer argues that only a strong political guarantee can ensure peace.
UK public reacts sharply to troop proposal
Starmer’s comments have ignited fierce debate at home. Critics warn that sending troops risks entangling Britain in a drawn-out conflict.
One top-voted comment read: “NO BRITISH BOOTS IN UKRAINE. Our servicemen’s lives must not be wasted on two Soviets squabbling.”
Final details hinge on toughest decisions
Despite momentum, major decisions, especially over territorial control and NATO commitments, have been left unresolved in the draft.
White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt admitted that “a few delicate, but not insurmountable, details” remain. These are expected to be settled directly by Trump and Zelensky.
