US Offers Ukraine 15-Year Security Guarantees in Peace Talks

Referendum and Ceasefire Challenges

Zelenskyy said Ukraine’s proposed 20-point peace plan should ultimately be approved by voters in a national referendum. However, Ukrainian law requires a ceasefire of at least 60 days before such a vote can be held.

Moscow has so far shown no willingness to agree to a temporary truce without a full settlement in place, complicating the path toward public approval of any deal.

Conclusion

The US offer of 15-year security guarantees marks a significant step in the ongoing peace effort, but major obstacles remain. Ukraine is pushing for longer term assurances, while unresolved military, territorial, and political questions continue to cloud prospects for a durable settlement.