President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on Wednesday that a U.S. delegation has presented proposals to end the war. Speaking in an address marking the 1,366th day of the full-scale invasion, Zelensky confirmed he had held a "serious" meeting with American representatives.
Describing the delegation as significant, Zelensky said the U.S. officials shared their vision and specific points for a peace plan. The President emphasized Ukraine's core demands: a "real peace" that guarantees no future invasion, and one that respects the independence, sovereignty, and dignity of the Ukrainian people.
Both sides agreed to have their teams work through the details. "We will not make abrupt statements and are committed to clear, honest work—Ukraine, the United States, and our friends and partners in Europe and the world," Zelensky stated.
According to the Financial Times, the U.S. expects Zelensky to sign off on an agreement by November 27, Thanksgiving Day. The plan would then be presented to Russia, with the aim of concluding the process by early December. The publication notes that Zelensky is under immense pressure, though the timeline remains uncertain due to Kyiv's rigid "red lines." Reportedly, Ukraine is currently drafting counter-proposals to present to Donald Trump.
Zelensky expressed hope to speak with President Trump in the coming days. "We realize that America's strength and support can genuinely bring peace closer, and we do not want to lose that," the Ukrainian leader said, adding that Moscow has no genuine desire for peace, otherwise it would not have started the war.
The President also reported on coordination efforts with European leaders, including Finnish President Alexander Stubb. Later that evening, he met with the parliamentary majority faction to discuss legislative priorities. "A wartime parliament must be an effective parliament," Zelensky stressed.
Separately, the Head of State addressed the strike on Ternopil, which claimed the lives of 27 people. The fate of another 17 remains unknown as search and rescue operations continue.