Geneva Talks to Refine Trump's Controversial 28‑Point Ukraine Peace Plan as Deadline Looms

Senior U.S., Ukrainian and European officials are scheduled to meet in Geneva on Sunday to discuss next steps for ending the war in Ukraine and to refine the Trump administration's 28-point peace proposal. The plan — which President Trump has said Kyiv must accept by Thursday — has prompted strong criticism for appearing to offer significant concessions to Moscow.

Critics say the package would pressure Ukraine to cede territory, cap the size of its armed forces and pledge not to join NATO in exchange for a ceasefire and a potential end to the conflict — demands long associated with the Kremlin. Western and European leaders who met on the sidelines of the G20 described the document as an "initial draft" that "will require additional work."

"We are clear on the principle that borders must not be changed by force. We are also concerned by the proposed limitations on Ukraine’s armed forces, which would leave Ukraine vulnerable to future attack," the leaders said in a joint statement.

President Trump signaled uncertainty over the deadline on the White House South Lawn, saying the plan was not his "final offer." Asked what would happen if Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky did not accept the proposal by the deadline, Trump replied: "Then he can continue to fight his little heart out."

U.S. officials said several senior figures are expected to participate in the Geneva talks. Senator Marco Rubio and Trump special envoy Steve Witkoff are reported to be among those joining the discussions, which aim to iron out the language of the proposal before any potential meeting between Presidents Zelensky and Trump. National security advisers from Britain, France and Germany are also due to consult with their Ukrainian and U.S. counterparts.

"Any future agreement cannot entail recognition of occupation. The contact line should be a point of departure. There should be no removal of the right to choose alliances, no cap on Ukraine’s armed forces, or back-door introduction of Russia’s demands on European security," a European diplomat said.

Former central banker Mark Carney said he planned to speak with President Zelensky to "close the loop on some aspects," as follow-up work continues through national security advisors.

U.S. officials also said planning is underway for a separate meeting between a Russian delegation and U.S. representatives to discuss the proposal; that session is expected to be arranged quickly but is not slated for Geneva. Russian President Vladimir Putin has previously suggested the U.S. document "could form the basis of a final peace settlement."

On Saturday, President Zelensky confirmed he had signed a decree naming Ukraine's delegation, adding: "Our representatives know how to defend Ukraine’s national interests and what is needed to prevent Russia from carrying out a third invasion." Zelensky has said he will work around the clock to explore a path forward, while stressing he would not betray his country.

The Geneva discussions precede a proposed meeting of EU leaders announced by the European Council President as part of follow-up consultations stemming from the G20.

Reporting: Sophie Tanno, Nick Paton Walsh, Jennifer Hansler and Kit Maher.