Zelensky Unveils Plan to End War by 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has unveiled a 'victory plan' aimed at ending the war with Russia by next year, emphasizing Ukraine's potential accession to NATO as a primary goal. The plan includes strengthening defense capabilities and calls for Western allies to support Ukraine with long-range weapons and a non-nuclear deterrence strategy. Zelensky criticized the lack of focus on 'justice' over 'negotiations' from allies, asserting Ukraine's right to reclaim its territories without concessions. Moscow has dismissed the plan as provocative, accusing it of pushing NATO into direct conflict with Russia. The proposal has been met with caution by Western allies, who have yet to extend a formal NATO invitation due to the ongoing conflict. The plan also highlights post-war reconstruction and leveraging Ukraine’s natural resources in collaboration with Western partners.