Ukraine: The Latest Trump tells Zelensky: Sign peace deal ‘by Thursday’ or have weapons cut off
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Nov 21, 2025 In this discussion, Dominic Nicholls, Associate Editor (Defence) at The Telegraph, delves into the implications of a leaked US-Russia peace plan that could significantly diminish Ukraine’s military and territorial sovereignty. Dr. Jade McGlynn from King's College London adds insights on the resistance in occupied territories, warning about surveillance risks. They also explore the mood in the Donbas, recent military developments, and how the proposed plan might affect Ukraine's future with NATO. The conversation highlights the precarious balance of power and the resilience of local resistance efforts.
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Plan Would Reshape Ukraine’s Sovereignty
- The leaked 28-point plan would massively limit Ukraine's sovereignty and military capacity while restoring Russia to major global roles.
- It couples political concessions with economic reintegration for Moscow, signalling a transactional US-Russia approach.
Specific Clauses Reveal The Tradeoffs
- Key clauses would cap Ukraine's army, enshrine NATO exclusion in its constitution, and limit foreign troop deployments.
- The plan also includes US-led economic deals and a G7 readmission for Russia tied to unfrozen assets.
Amnesty Clause Sparks Major Alarm
- Clause 26 would grant full amnesty for wartime actions, effectively voiding war-crime claims and raising legal and moral alarms.
- Rumours that Ukrainian officials tried to alter this clause intensified political controversy in Kyiv.