Controversy between Rubio and U.S. senators muddies the waters before critical Geneva summit

A leaked European Union peace proposal suggests that Ukraine should retain its military forces and keeps the possibility of NATO membership open, contrasting sharply with a 28-point peace plan proposed by former President Trump, which has faced criticism for its perceived bias towards Russia.

President Donald Trump intensified tensions in the ongoing Ukraine-Russia peace talks by accusing Ukrainian leaders of showing 'zero gratitude' for U.S. support, coinciding with U.S. officials' efforts in Geneva to present a united front. This remark comes as Trump pushes for acceptance of a controversial peace plan that includes significant territorial concessions from Ukraine.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio described recent peace talks regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict in Geneva as 'probably the most productive and meaningful meetings so far,' highlighting a positive shift in diplomatic engagement. Rubio emphasized the significance of these discussions in the ongoing efforts to resolve the conflict.

President Donald Trump has escalated tensions in the ongoing Ukraine-Russia peace negotiations by accusing Ukrainian leaders of exhibiting 'zero gratitude' for U.S. support. This statement comes as the Trump administration pushes for Ukraine to accept a controversial 28-point peace plan aimed at resolving the conflict that has persisted since Russia's invasion nearly four years ago.

Rep. Michael McCaul, chair emeritus of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, advised Ukraine against signing President Trump's 28-point peace plan without a robust security agreement. He expressed skepticism about the likelihood of both parties agreeing to the proposal aimed at resolving the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has reaffirmed his characterization of President Donald Trump as a 'fascist' following a recent meeting at the White House. Despite the cordial nature of their discussion, which focused on city issues, Mamdani maintained his critical stance on Trump's leadership style.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked President Trump for his support amid criticism that Ukraine has shown 'zero gratitude' towards the U.S. However, Zelensky also distanced Ukraine from a new U.S. peace plan, indicating concerns about its implications for the nation.

Senator Mark Warner criticized President Trump's 28-point peace plan for Ukraine, labeling it a 'complete capitulation' to Russian demands during an interview on ABC News. Warner drew parallels to the appeasement strategies of British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain during World War II, emphasizing the plan's potential risks for Ukraine's sovereignty.