The Ukrainian leader announced that the updated version of a Trump-era plan, previously rejected by Kyiv and the European Union as a “non-starter,” upholds proposed security guarantees from the U.S., NATO, and European partners, similar to those in Article 5 of NATO’s treaty.
“If Russia invades Ukraine, we will see a coordinated military response and the reinstatement of global sanctions against Russia,” he stated. These guarantees would also become void if Kyiv takes unwarranted military action against Moscow. Zelenskyy noted that the U.S. has removed a clause for compensation for security guarantees from an earlier version of the plan.
The plan suggests Russia adopt a non-aggression policy towards Ukraine and Europe. It backs Kyiv’s EU accession, acknowledges Ukraine’s right to Russian reparations, and supports creating investment tools for reconstruction.
The revised document proposes joint management of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant by Ukrainian, Russian, and American authorities. Despite Kyiv’s reluctance to allow Russian management, they are open to collaborating with the Trump administration on infrastructure Washington deems important for future mineral mining in Ukraine.
Zelenskyy mentioned that Enerhodar, currently under Russian control, could be demilitarized if the U.S. demands economic zones in Ukraine, but a referendum would be necessary for legality.
The plan encourages Ukraine and Russia to incorporate cultural tolerance in their educational systems, with Kyiv expected to adopt EU standards to safeguard minority religions and languages.
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