Ukraine faces critical decision on Crimea, NATO, and nuclear zone

• Kyiv is expected to respond to the US proposals regarding Crimea and NATO. These proposals aim to end the conflict but require concessions to Russia.
• Meeting in London. Ukraine's response will be presented at a meeting in London with representatives from the US, Ukraine, and European countries.
• Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. The proposals include establishing a neutral zone around the plant, potentially controlled by the US.

The Trump administration has presented proposals to Ukraine intended to end the conflict with Russia. Key elements include the US recognizing Russia's annexation of Crimea and blocking Ukraine's path to NATO. Additionally, there is a proposal to establish a neutral zone around the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, possibly under US control. The "Wall Street Journal" reports that these proposals were presented to the Ukrainian side in Paris.

Ukraine's response to the US proposals is expected to be presented this week during a meeting in London. Representatives from the US, Ukraine, and European countries will participate in the meeting. If the parties reach an agreement, the proposals will be presented to Russia. The "Wall Street Journal" notes that accepting these proposals may be challenging for Kyiv, as Ukraine does not agree to Russian demands concerning its territory.

The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, the largest nuclear plant in Europe, has been under the control of Russian forces since March 2022. The US proposals include establishing a neutral zone around it, which could help stabilize the region. However, according to the "WSJ," the United States may withdraw efforts to achieve peace if there are no indications that an agreement is feasible.