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Ukraine and U.S. Unveil Peace Plan Amid Ongoing Talks

1/30/2026

Summary

Story summary

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Donetsk status remains the main unresolved issue in peace talks.
U.S. officials note Russia has shifted to substantive talks with new representatives.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Sybiha says Ukraine will sign a 20-point peace plan with the United States.
Russia will sign the same document separately.
On January 29, Ukraine confirmed destruction of a Russian aircraft, bringing losses to 435 since February 2022.

History

Historical Context

The Minsk Agreements, signed in 2015, aimed to resolve the ongoing conflict in Eastern Ukraine, following the initial Minsk Protocol of 2014. Despite establishing a ceasefire and outlining measures for peace, including constitutional reforms, the agreements failed to halt hostilities, with over 10,000 casualties reported by 2016. Current discussions reflect the persistent challenges in achieving lasting peace amid renewed violence.

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Story summary

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Donetsk status remains the main unresolved issue in peace talks.
U.S. officials note Russia has shifted to substantive talks with new representatives.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Sybiha says Ukraine will sign a 20-point peace plan with the United States.
Russia will sign the same document separately.
On January 29, Ukraine confirmed destruction of a Russian aircraft, bringing losses to 435 since February 2022.

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