President Volodymyr Zelensky presented Ukraine’s much-debated victory plan at parliament on Oct. 16, though some parts remained classified.

The proposal is comprised of 5 points: an invitation to join NATO, a defense aspect, deterrence of Russian aggression, economic growth and cooperation, and post-war security architecture.

The plan involves three secret addenda that have been shared with international partners. David Arakhamia, ruling party’s parliamentary leader, said that the secret items would be presented to faction leaders.

Ukraine’s invitation to join NATO was placed at the top of the list. Kyiv submitted its application to join in September 2022 but has yet to receive a clear signal from the allies.

The 2nd article stresses the need to bring the war to Russian territory, such as during the cross-border Kursk incursion launched in early August. This will prevent the creation of possible “buffer zones” on Ukrainian territory. This item also calls for lifting restrictions on long-range strikes in Russia, additional supplies of long-range capabilities, and Western support in downing Russian missiles and drones over Ukraine.

The 3rd point refers to non-nuclear deterrence and includes a secret part. Ukraine is proposing a “comprehensive non-nuclear strategic deterrence package on its territory” that would safeguard the country against future aggression. The article has been detailed to the leaders of the U.S., the U.K., Germany, France, and Italy.

The 4th part addresses Ukraine’s use of its natural resources, such as uranium, titanium, and lithium, which present economic growth potential for Kyiv and the EU. Ukraine is offering a special agreement on joint investment and use of these resources with the EU and the U.S. The part further calls for ramping up international sanctions against Russia to undermine its ability to sustain its aggression. This fourth section also contains a secret part that was shared with Western partners.

The 5th part concerns Ukraine"s post-war security architecture. Zelensky said Kyiv boasts a large and experienced military force that can strengthen NATO and the security of the European continent: “If the partners agree, then after the war, we envisage replacing certain U.S. military contingents stationed in Europe with Ukrainian units”.