US and Russian Officials Reportedly Draft Ukraine Peace Plan Requiring Kyiv's Concessions

US and Russian officials have reportedly developed a draft plan aimed at ending the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The proposal, crafted by US envoy Steve Witkoff and Kremlin adviser Kirill Dmitriev, suggests that Ukraine cede territory in the eastern regions and significantly reduce the size of its military. These conditions are likely to be viewed as substantial concessions by Kyiv.

The plan also includes limitations on US military assistance to Ukraine and restrictions on the types of armaments the Ukrainian military can utilize. It remains unclear whether the Trump administration has formally endorsed this proposal. The existence of the 28-point plan was first reported by Axios.

In a related development, Russian forces launched a significant attack on the western Ukrainian city of Ternopil, resulting in at least 25 civilian deaths, including three children, and injuring 73 others. The assault targeted residential buildings and energy facilities, causing extensive damage and power outages. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attacks and called for increased international pressure on Russia, emphasizing the need for more air-defense support.

The Ukrainian government has not yet publicly responded to the reported peace plan. The situation continues to evolve as diplomatic efforts and military actions unfold.