President Donald Trump has issued a firm ultimatum to Kyiv, establishing Thursday, November 27, as the deadline for Ukraine to accept his administration’s controversial peace plan to end the war with Russia.
In a recent interview, the President confirmed the timeline, suggesting that the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday is the “appropriate time” to seal the agreement.
“I’ve had a lot of deadlines, but if things are working well, you tend to extend the deadlines. But Thursday is, we think, an appropriate time,” Trump stated.
The “28-Point” Ultimatum
The proposed deal, which spans 28 points, demands heavy concessions from Ukraine in exchange for a ceasefire. Under the terms of the draft, Kyiv would be required to:
- Cede Territory: Hand over a significant portion of eastern territory to Russian control.
- Slash Military Power: Drastically reduce the size of its standing army.
- Reject NATO: Permanently pledge never to join the NATO alliance.
In return, the plan offers security guarantees in the form of European warplanes stationed in neighboring Poland, though it explicitly rules out the deployment of Western peacekeepers on Ukrainian soil.
Trump: “They Will Lose It Anyway”
Defending the harsh terms, Trump argued that prolonging the conflict would only lead to further devastation for Ukraine. He suggested that if Kyiv refuses to settle now, they risk losing the very territories they are currently fighting to save.
“Say what you want, they were very brave,” Trump said of the Ukrainian forces, acknowledging their resilience. However, he maintained that a deal is necessary to stop the bleeding.
Addressing concerns about Russian aggression, Trump dismissed fears that Moscow has sights on other European nations. “He is not looking for more war,” Trump said of Vladimir Putin, adding that the Russian leader is “taking punishment” for a conflict that was “supposed to be a one-day war.”
Zelensky Refuses to “Betray” Ukraine
The pressure is now squarely on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who has pushed back vehemently against the proposal. Zelensky stated on Friday that he would not “betray” his country by accepting a document widely seen as favorable to the Kremlin.
While the White House maintains it is mediating equally between the two warring nations, the imposition of a hard deadline forces Ukraine into a corner: accept a painful compromise or risk losing vital support from its most powerful ally.
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