European leaders have voiced concerns over a US plan to end the Ukraine war, stating that draft proposals are 'a basis which will require additional work.'
In a joint statement issued at the G20 summit in South Africa, they noted the plan 'includes important elements that will be essential for a just and lasting peace', but raised worries about borders and restrictions on Ukraine's armed forces.
This announcement comes a day after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that Kyiv is facing 'one of the most difficult moments in our history' amid pressure to accept the plan, leaked details of which are perceived as favorable to Moscow.
US President Donald Trump has set a deadline of 27 November for Ukraine to accept the 28-point plan, while Russia's President Vladimir Putin indicated that the proposal could serve as a 'basis' for a settlement.
The joint statement was signed by the leaders of multiple countries including Canada, Finland, France, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Spain, the UK, Germany, and Norway, along with two top EU officials.
The statement emphasized: 'We are ready to engage to ensure that a future peace is sustainable, and we are clear on the principle that borders must not be changed by force'.
It expressed further concerns regarding proposed limitations on Ukraine's military capabilities, suggesting such measures could leave Ukraine vulnerable to future attacks.
Additionally, the implementation of elements related to the EU and NATO would require the consent of their respective members.
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