President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has announced the development of a basic peace plan consisting of 20 points, which is intended to serve as a foundation for ending the Russian-Ukrainian war. Ukrainian and international media reported this, citing interviews with the head of state and comments from representatives of the Presidential Office.
According to open sources, this is not a signed agreement but a draft framework document that Ukraine is offering to its partners to coordinate a common position on the conditions for a just peace. Certain elements of the plan address security guarantees, future EU membership, limiting military threats from Russia, and rebuilding Ukraine’s economy.
What is known so far
As of now, the full text of the 20-point plan has not been made public: officials speak about its “framework” and key principles without disclosing all details. The existence of such a document and its general structure has been reported by Ukrainian media, citing sources in diplomatic circles and interviews with the president (Censor.net report, as well as publications by other outlets).
According to media reports, this is a basic version of a peace agreement that Ukraine is discussing with partners in the EU, NATO, and the United States as a possible basis for future negotiations, should Russia agree to conditions that respect sovereignty and international law. Official Kyiv has publicly emphasized that any peace must be just and must not legitimize the seizure of Ukrainian territories.
Key security and political conditions of the potential plan
Based on open-source information, one of the central elements of the draft basic agreement is confirmation of Ukraine’s sovereignty and internationally recognized territorial integrity. This involves formally enshrining respect for Ukraine’s borders and rejecting any attempts to change them by force. This principle is seen as the foundation for any further arrangements.
Significant attention is also paid to security issues. According to several media outlets, the plan envisages the creation of strong security guarantees for Ukraine from the United States, leading European countries, and NATO members. Such guarantees, as publicly described, should “mirror” the effect of Article 5 of the North Atlantic Treaty, effectively implying a collective response in the event of new aggression against Ukraine.
Another element mentioned is maintaining a substantial size of Ukraine’s Armed Forces during peacetime. According to information circulating in the media, this could involve approximately 800,000 service members in peacetime. This approach is viewed as a deterrent against future aggression and as a means of establishing a stable defense system even after the active phase of the war ends.
Another important block concerns the policy of the Russian Federation toward Ukraine and Europe. Media reports suggest that the draft agreement would require Russia to formally commit, through legislation and ratification documents, to a policy of non-aggression toward Ukraine and European states. This would represent a formal rejection of aggressive policies and the use of military force as a tool of pressure.
Ukraine’s European integration is also included among the possible points. According to open sources, the plan contains provisions stating that Ukraine would become a member of the European Union within clearly defined timeframes, and until full accession would receive short-term privileged access to the EU market. This is seen as a way to accelerate economic integration and create additional opportunities for Ukrainian businesses.
The economic section refers to the formation of a robust global development package for Ukraine. Media reports indicate this could involve the creation of international recovery funds, long-term investment programs in critical infrastructure, energy, industry, and the reconstruction of war-damaged regions. It is also mentioned that, after the agreement is concluded, negotiations on a new or expanded free trade agreement with the United States could be accelerated.
Nuclear safety and Ukraine’s status as a non-nuclear state are also reflected in the discussed document. According to open sources, Ukraine reaffirms its commitment to the non-proliferation regime and its readiness to remain a non-nuclear state. At the same time, in discussions on security guarantees, Kyiv expects clear mechanisms to compensate for the risks that emerged after the violation of the Budapest Memorandum.
Among the political points, media reports mention holding elections in Ukraine as soon as possible after the signing of a potential peace document, provided the security situation allows. This refers to restoring a full democratic process, citizen participation in forming government, and legitimizing the country’s long-term course in the post-war period.
Separate attention in publications is given to the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. According to some reports, an option is being discussed for joint operation of the plant by Ukraine, the United States, and Russia under strict international control and within the framework of nuclear safety guarantees. Other reports suggest that the final format of the plant’s future status has not yet been determined and will depend on negotiations and the position of the IAEA.
The security component also includes the withdrawal of Russian troops from parts of Ukrainian territory. According to information available from open sources, conditions for the entry into force of the basic agreement include the withdrawal of Russian units from the Dnipropetrovsk, Mykolaiv, Sumy, and Kharkiv regions. At the same time, discussions regarding other occupied territories continue, and Kyiv publicly insists on full de-occupation within internationally recognized borders.
The potential plan also предусматривает, according to media reports, unrestricted use by Ukraine of the Black Sea and the Dnipro River for commercial activities. This includes restoring stable exports of agricultural products and metallurgy via maritime routes, as well as freedom of navigation on the river, which is important for domestic logistics and trade.
The humanitarian block includes provisions for the exchange of prisoners of war and the return of civilian hostages. Based on open publications, this could involve a large-scale “all-for-all” exchange or a similar format, as well as mechanisms for searching for missing persons. In addition, mechanisms are being discussed for creating special funds to rebuild Ukraine’s economy, including through international assistance and potentially confiscated Russian assets — although this issue remains legally complex.
Some of the described conditions overlap with Ukraine’s previously presented 10-point “peace formula,” which Kyiv has promoted at international summits. However, according to sources, the new 20-point plan is more technical and contractual in nature, containing more specific parameters for security guarantees, economic support, and political steps following a potential end to hostilities.
The final shape of any peace agreement remains a matter of debate. Ukrainian authorities emphasize that no decisions about the country’s future will be made without the participation of Ukrainian society, and that sovereignty, citizen security, and the restoration of territorial integrity remain the key priorities. For now, the 20-point basic plan serves as a tool for Kyiv to consolidate international support and shape a common partner position on the parameters of a just peace.
