War in Ukraine
Marco Rubio confirmed the development of a "list of potential ideas" to end Russia's war against Ukraine, based on proposals from both sides. This comes amid reports of Trump's 28-point plan, which involves concessions to Russia.
Ukraine's defense forces eliminated 890 Russian occupiers over the past day, November 19, and recorded 200 combat engagements as of the morning of November 20. The occupiers launched 2 missile and 57 air strikes, carried out 4,442 shelling attacks, involving 3,885 kamikaze drones.
Russia attacked Ukraine with 136 drones overnight, most of them "Shaheds. " 106 drones were shot down or suppressed, but 29 hit in 16 locations.
Search and rescue operations are underway in Ternopil at the site of the Russian strike, searching for people whose whereabouts are unknown. 26 people died, including 3 children, and 93 people were injured, including 18 children.
The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, stated that Ukraine's strikes on Russia's energy sector are a symmetrical response that affects Russia's export capabilities. He noted that the effect of these actions has no time limits and has already been reflected in the price of gasoline and Russia's export revenues, but it will not lead to a quick end to the war.
On November 19, Russian troops lost 890 soldiers, 41 cruise missiles, and 384 UAVs. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 20.11.25 are estimated at 1,162,120 personnel.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced the provision of long-range missile systems to Ukraine, without specifying details. He emphasized that Germany and its partners would equip the Ukrainian army with the necessary systems, including potential production in Ukraine.
US President Donald Trump has approved a 28-point peace settlement plan between Russia and Ukraine, developed by the administration secretly with the Russian Federation. The plan, created in consultation with a Russian envoy, was not agreed upon in detail with the Ukrainian side.
The occupation authorities of Crimea have launched courses for 57 participants of the war against Ukraine, including mobilized personnel and security forces, with the aim of appointing them to leadership positions. According to the plan, 90% of graduates will head the structures of the occupation administration, forming a militarized vertical of power.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is considering suing the EU over plans to stop Russian gas supplies from 2028. Slovakia and Hungary criticize these plans due to their dependence on Russian energy carriers and fears of economic consequences.
The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, stated that the current winter will likely be the most difficult for Ukraine, but the country will survive it. He noted that the Russians were counting on the maximum impact of strikes on energy infrastructure on society and Western partners.
In Ternopil, "Points of Invincibility" are operating, where one can get hot drinks, food, and charge phones. The psychological service of these points has already provided assistance to 279 people.
A mobile fire group of the Armed Forces of Ukraine shot down a Kalibr missile with a MANPADS in Khmelnytskyi region during a massive attack. Soldier Dmytro successfully destroyed an enemy target flying towards a settlement in western Ukraine.
The United Nations General Assembly supported a resolution proposed by Italy on a truce in all wars in the world for the duration of the 2026 Games. The UN revived the ancient Greek tradition of "ekecheiria" in 1993.
The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, predicts that Ukraine will approach the possibility of a peace agreement with Russia in mid-February 2026. He also noted that Russia plans a full occupation of the Donetsk region in the spring of 2026, but "this is unrealistic."
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi met with an American delegation led by US Secretary of the Army Daniel Driscoll. They discussed the current situation on the battlefield, strengthening air defense, Deep Strike, and unmanned systems.
World-renowned actor Sean Penn starred in a Ukrainian war film. The star refused a fee, calling it symbolic - $1.
On November 19, Ukrainian troops repelled almost 200 attacks. The enemy launched 2 missile strikes, 35 air strikes, and used over 2,200 kamikaze drones.
Trump's special envoy for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, has announced his intention to step down in January. His departure means the loss of one of the few consistent supporters of Ukraine in the current Trump administration.
Ukraine has appealed to the Vatican to solidify its mediating role in negotiations for the return of Ukrainian children and civilians illegally taken by Russia. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy handed Pope Leo XIV a letter requesting to formalize this mechanism.
Peskov stated that Russia's contacts with the US continue, but not enough work has been done yet to hold another summit. Moscow remains open to negotiations, but the pause in dialogue arose due to Kyiv's position.
A conflict has arisen among Republicans in the US Congress over a provision in a bill that allows senators to sue the Department of Justice and receive $500,000 each for violations related to the seizure of their phone records. Senator Lindsey Graham has already announced his intention to file a lawsuit for "tens of millions" of dollars.
26 people, including three children, died in Ternopil as a result of the enemy attack. 93 people were injured, including 18 children.
The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, stated that internal unity is the main factor in Ukraine's ability to resist external threats. He emphasized that without unity, even significant external support would not help.
As a result of a Russian missile strike on Ternopil, 21 children were injured, three of whom died, and 18 are in hospital. The total number of dead rose to 25 people, 90 sought medical attention.
The meeting between Trump's adviser Stephen Witkoff and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Ankara has been canceled. The reason was Zelenskyy's vision, which Russia will never accept, according to Axios.
The President of Ukraine stated that Russia's massive attack on Ternopil claimed 25 lives, including three children, and injured 93 people. He emphasized that Russia will not stop on its own, and only strong pressure on the aggressor can stop it.
The US is promoting a plan to end the war that involves halving the Armed Forces of Ukraine, abandoning certain weapons, and Donbas. FT journalist Christopher Miller reports on Zelenskyy's dissatisfaction with this proposal.
The Cabinet of Ministers approved an experimental procedure that allows enterprises to be involved in forming air defense groups. Operators of critical infrastructure and enterprises with the necessary resources can join the project.
The Cabinet of Ministers has established academic scholarships in memory of the defenders who died for Ukraine. The amount of scholarships for cadets, students, and adjuncts of military universities will be up to 10,000 hryvnias.