Unmanned aerial systems attacked the Krasnoperekopsk chemical plant "Brom" and the "Krasnoperekopsk" power substation in temporarily occupied Crimea. According to Robert "Madyar" Brovdi, the Krasnoperekopsk substation is a key node in the peninsula's energy system.
Tatiana Schlossberg, 35, granddaughter of US President John F. Kennedy, has announced a terminal form of blood cancer. She was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in May 2025, and doctors have given her less than a year to live.
Following talks in Geneva on November 23, 2025, Ukraine and the United States agreed on an updated framework document for a peace plan, reaffirming respect for Ukraine's sovereignty. The parties agreed to continue intensive work on joint proposals with the participation of European partners.
As a result of a massive attack by Russian UAVs in Kharkiv, four people were killed and 17 were injured, including two children. Three residential buildings and an infrastructure facility in the Shevchenkivskyi and Saltivskyi districts were on fire.
Meta company halted Project Mercury research, which found a reduction in depression and anxiety among Facebook users after a week of being "offline. " This became known from documents in court proceedings regarding the harm of social networks to teenagers.
The United States of America presented an updated package of proposals for resolving the war in Ukraine, announcing significant progress in negotiations in Geneva. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the American plan includes 26 to 28 points, which are being finalized after consultations with the Ukrainian side.
On November 23, 177 combat engagements were recorded on the front in 13 directions, with the most intense fighting in the Pokrovsk, Kostiantynivka, and Oleksandrivka directions. The enemy launched 39 air strikes, used 3777 kamikaze drones, and carried out 3696 shellings.
Officials from the United States of America and Ukraine are discussing a potential visit of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Washington. The trip depends on the results of peace talks in Geneva.
The number of dead and wounded in Kharkiv has increased after a massive Russian shelling on November 23. According to updated data, the city was hit by 15 strikes, and a 12-year-old child was among the injured.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he had not received information about European proposals, despite meeting with national security advisers. He had not seen any counter-plan, although the media had circulated the text of a revised peace agreement from Great Britain, France, and Germany.
The city of Pavlohrad, Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, is completely without power due to an emergency situation. The operation of boiler houses has been suspended, and water supply will be provided according to a schedule starting November 24.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that peace plan talks in Geneva will resume on November 24. Work on the plan has been ongoing for three weeks, and over the past four days, the process has significantly accelerated.
On November 23, Russians massively attacked Kharkiv with drones, hitting a private house. One person was killed, there were injured, and a fire broke out.
On November 21, there were 250 combat engagements at the front, with 66 assault actions stopped in the Pokrovsk direction. The enemy launched 2 missile and 35 air strikes, involving 3578 kamikaze drones.
On the night of November 22, Russian drones attacked the Orlivka ferry checkpoint on the border with Romania, causing damage to civilian objects and 11 trucks. Two people were injured, and the international checkpoint temporarily suspended operations.
Since the beginning of the year, over UAH 13. 2 billion in "Google tax" has been received by the Ukrainian budget from foreign companies for electronic services. The largest amounts were paid by Apple, Google, Valve, Meta, Sony, Etsy, Netflix, and Wargaming.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stated that a peace agreement for Ukraine requires long-term guarantees, and the details of "Trump's plan" have not yet been worked out. The minister emphasized that Russia is building up its armaments, and European countries have reservations about some points of the plan.
On November 21, the Ukrainian Defense Forces eliminated and wounded 1,170 Russian occupiers. Also, 9 artillery systems and 7 enemy armored combat vehicles were destroyed.
In Nigeria, in Niger State, armed criminals abducted 215 students and 12 teachers from St. Mary's boarding school. The incident occurred after authorities issued a directive to temporarily close all boarding schools due to an increased threat level.
US Vice President J. D. Vance supported the American "peace plan," emphasizing the need to live "in the real world." He noted that any peace agreement must stop the killing, preserve Ukraine's sovereignty, be acceptable to both sides, and maximize the chances of preventing a new war.
On Saturday, November 22, precipitation in the form of rain and snow, as well as black ice and frosts, are expected in Ukraine in some regions. Significant precipitation is forecast in the western regions, while rain will fall in the rest of the country, except for the southeastern part.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico announced his support for the American "peace plan" for Ukraine, believing that Russia would emerge victorious from it. He noted that the current version is less favorable for Ukraine than in 2022, but could quickly end hostilities.
Over 3. 2 million people in the Democratic Republic of Congo live near erosion channels that are destroying entire city blocks. The length of the fissures exceeds 700 km, and their number has almost doubled from 2010 to 2023 due to urban expansion.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen held a phone conversation with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, discussing the current course of the war and further steps of the European Union. The next steps will be a meeting of European leaders on the sidelines of the G20, and then in Angola at the EU-AU meeting.
Switzerland has allocated almost $12 million to the World Bank fund to support the restoration of the Ukrainian healthcare system. The funds will be directed to a project to expand access to medical services, restore and modernize hospitals, and provide them with modern equipment.
United States generals may arrive in Russia as early as next week for negotiations on Washington's proposed "peace plan" for Ukraine. According to sources, Russian President Putin liked the general structure of the plan, but it does not meet the Kremlin's key demands.
In Ternopil, the body of another woman was pulled from under the rubble of a destroyed high-rise building. The death toll from the Russian attack on the city on November 19 has risen to 32 people, including six children.
An investigation has been launched in Italy into "sniper tourists" who shot at civilians during the siege of Sarajevo. These foreigners, it is alleged, paid to participate in a "human hunt" that led to the deaths of over 11,000 civilians.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that the extent of interaction between Russia and the United States regarding Trump's "peace plan" for Ukraine still needs clarification. The necessity of a conversation between Putin and Trump, as well as the level of contacts between Moscow and Washington concerning the plan, is yet to be determined.
Medical Procurement of Ukraine has purchased over 850,000 rapid tests for hepatitis B and C, which will be distributed to the regions by the end of November. Screening for hepatitis B and C markers is included in 13 packages of the Medical Guarantees Program, allowing Ukrainians to receive this service free of charge.
