After the US presented its 28-point plan After the end of the war in Ukraine, which attracted criticism for excessive loyalty to Moscow, European countries prepared their own counter-version of the document.

As noted The Telegraph, this European plan differs significantly from the American proposal and is in many respects more favorable to Ukraine. The American proposals have been widely criticized for being too favorable to the Kremlin: they provide for the transfer of large territories to Russia, a reduction in the size of the Ukrainian army, and a ban on the presence of NATO troops on Ukrainian territory.

One of the key differences between the European and American documents is the requirement to "not impose any restrictions" on the size of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

24 points of the European plan

• Ending war and measures to ensure its non-recurrence, in order to create a sustainable basis for lasting peace and security.
• Both sides in the conflict commit to a complete and unconditional ceasefire - in the air, on land, and at sea.
• The parties shall immediately begin negotiations on technical issues of ceasefire monitoring, with the participation of the United States and European countries.
• International monitoring of the ceasefire is being implemented, led by the United States and Ukrainian partners. Monitoring will be conducted primarily remotely - using satellites, UAVs, and other technologies, with a flexible ground component to investigate possible violations.
• A mechanism is being created for reporting ceasefire violations, as well as for investigating and discussing corrective measures.
• Russia will definitely return all deported and illegally displaced Ukrainian children. The process will be supported by international partners.
• The parties exchange all prisoners of war on an "all for all" basis. Russia releases all civilian detainees.
• After confirming the stability of the ceasefire, the parties take humanitarian steps, in particular, allowing family reunions across the contact line.
• Ukraine's sovereignty is upheld and reaffirmed. Ukraine is not being forced into a neutral status.
• Ukraine receives strong legally binding security guarantees, including from the US, similar to Article 5, to prevent future aggression.
• No restrictions are imposed on the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the defense industry, including international cooperation.
• The guarantor states are formed as a special group of European countries and states outside Europe that are ready to join.
• Ukraine independently decides on the presence, armament, and operations of friendly forces invited by the Ukrainian government.
• Ukraine's membership in NATO depends on consensus within the Alliance.
• Ukraine becomes a member of the European Union.
• Ukraine retains the status of a nuclear-free state within the framework of the NPT (Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons).
• Territorial issues will be discussed and resolved after a complete and unconditional ceasefire.
• Territorial negotiations begin taking into account the current line of control.
• After reaching agreements, the parties undertake not to change them by force.
• Ukraine is regaining control over the Zaporizhzhia NPP (with US participation) and the Kakhovka Dam. A mechanism for transferring control will be established.
• Ukraine gains unimpeded passage through the Dnieper and control over the Kinburn Spit.
• Ukraine and its partners engage in economic cooperation without restrictions.
• Ukraine will be fully restored and receive financial compensation, including Russian state assets, which will remain frozen until Russia compensates for the losses.
• Sanctions imposed against Russia since 2014 can be partially and gradually eased only after a lasting peace is achieved, with the possibility of their automatic reinstatement in the event of a violation of the agreement.
• Separate negotiations on the European security architecture will be launched with the participation of all OSCE states.

Other news about peace initiatives in recent days

UNIAN previously reported that the current peace plan in Geneva has already reflects the main priorities of Ukraine According to Rustem Umerov, Ukraine highly values constructive interaction with the United States.

In addition, it is known that the final version of the"peace plan" Zelensky and Trump will agree in person Today's meeting in Geneva is needed to discuss the draft plan, which in its initial form puts more pressure on Ukraine.