The Hard Shoulder Can a Ukraine ceasefire deal be reached?
Nov 24, 2025
Shona Murray, a seasoned Europe correspondent with Euronews, dives into the latest breakthroughs in the search for peace in Ukraine. She discusses the key elements of the reworked 19-point plan and contrasts it with the earlier proposal. Shona emphasizes the crucial role Europe plays in the negotiations, considering its security stakes. The conversation highlights the urgency of timelines, the prospect of a ceasefire, and what steps might be taken next as the world waits for Putin's response.
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US-Reworked 19-Point Plan Offers Compromise
- The US reworked a maximalist 28-point document into a more palatable 19-point plan for Ukraine.
- The new plan preserves Ukrainian sovereignty and leaves future NATO membership open without forcing immediate accession.
Key Humanitarian And Sovereignty Elements Added
- The revised text addresses issues like kidnapped children and affirms Ukrainian sovereignty explicitly.
- However, it omits territorial concessions and awaits Russian acceptance to have effect.
Why Europe Needs A Seat At The Table
- The EU must be at the negotiating table because Europe's security and future are directly affected.
- Europe has been sidelined but funds and logistics show it remains integral to Ukraine's defence effort.