Washington and Kyiv discuss an accelerated peace track: EU as early as 2027 and new security parameters

American and Ukrainian sources confirm: on the negotiation agenda is an option in which Ukraine could join the European Union as early as 2027. David Ignatius writes about this in The Washington Post, relying on data from Washington and Kyiv. There are few details, but the very structure of the discussion sharply changes the context of European politics.

At the same time, there are talks about how EU states will perceive such a pace, where some capitals still express doubts. Especially Hungary: its position is the main issue for the future package. The American administration believes that objections can be overcome, although they do not disclose the mechanisms of influence. In Kyiv, this is linked to the expansion of trade, investment flows, and, crucially, pressure on internal reforms.

A separate block is the possible security parameters. The project discusses the creation of a demilitarized zone along the ceasefire line. The length is from the Donetsk region down to Kherson and part of Zaporizhzhia. The line will be two-tiered: the first without heavy weapons, the second with special restrictions and international control. Sources compare this to the Korean model, emphasizing that the monitoring structure will be “strict, without options.”

Another point causing debate is the future of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. The publication indicates that in one version, temporary management of the plant by the United States was discussed. Experts are trying to interpret this: from the safety of the facility to a political signal to Moscow. In any case, the idea has already entered international discussions.

The first version of the plan, presented on November 20, was much more straightforward. It stated that Ukraine would enshrine in its Constitution a refusal to join NATO, and the alliance, in turn, would commit not to consider Ukraine’s application. Meanwhile, the path to the European Union is officially opened. For the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, another option was mentioned: operation under IAEA management and the division of electricity between Ukraine and Russia equally.

Now the document is changing, acquiring nuances, sharp formulations are disappearing, and new, more political ones are appearing. The peace process is being shaped by several parties simultaneously, each pulling in its direction. But the general vector is already visible — Europe, security, control over critical infrastructure. For the Ukrainian audience, this is an important signal, and we will continue to monitor how the project will be adjusted, including through bilateral channels between Washington and Kyiv. In the final picture, many decisions will also affect Israel: from the security architecture in the region to possible energy scenarios. We write about this regularly in NAnews — News of Israel | Nikk.Agency.