German Chancellor Friedrich Merz canceled a series of meetings on Friday for talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and US President Donald Trump. The talks concern the situation in Ukraine, including Trump's 28-point plan.
Russian dictator's spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that Moscow has not received a peace settlement plan for Ukraine, but contacts with the United States continue. He emphasized that it is "better for Zelenskyy to negotiate now than later."
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US President Donald Trump will discuss the proposed US peace plan next week. The conversation will take place after Zelenskyy's consultations with the leaders of Great Britain, Italy, France, and Germany, scheduled for today at 13:00 Kyiv time.
The German Chancellor, the Presidents of France, and the Prime Minister of Great Britain will hold an urgent conversation with Zelenskyy. They will discuss the US and Russian plan to end the war. A meeting is also expected on the sidelines of the G20 in South Africa.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated Ukrainians on the Day of Dignity and Freedom, honoring the memory of those who died during the Revolution of Dignity. He emphasized the importance of protecting Ukraine's dignity, freedom, and independence from Russian aggression.
The new US plan to end the Russian-Ukrainian war surprised the European diplomatic community. It envisages actual Russian control over part of the territories, which is unacceptable for Ukraine and causes concern among European countries.
Axios has published US President Donald Trump's 28-point plan for peace in Ukraine. The document provides for territorial concessions, security guarantees, and economic components.
The US has developed a draft security guarantee for Ukraine based on NATO's Article 5 model, which provides for a joint response to an attack. This plan, presented to Zelenskyy, is part of Trump's "peace plan" and may include the use of military force.
The United States of America insists that Kyiv intensify negotiations and prepare a draft peace agreement by November 27. After this, Washington plans to hand it over to Russia, aiming to complete the process by early December.
President Zelenskyy met with the majority faction, emphasizing the coordinated work of the parliament during wartime. He confirmed the receipt of US proposals for ending the war, which are currently being processed.
White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said that the plan to end the war in Ukraine, supported by Donald Trump, is constantly changing, but it is good for both sides. The US is working on its implementation and is negotiating with Ukraine and Russia.
President Zelenskyy has decided not to dismiss Andriy Yermak from the post of head of the President's Office after a meeting with the "Servant of the People" faction. This decision was made despite calls for Yermak's removal amid a deepening corruption scandal, as reported by FT journalist Christopher Miller.
The meeting of the President of Ukraine with the "Servant of the People" faction has concluded. This was announced by the President's communications advisor, Dmytro Lytvyn.
President Zelenskyy, after meeting with US Secretary of the Army Daniel Driscoll, stated that Ukraine is ready for constructive work on the points of the peace plan. He also reported on Russia's strike on Ternopil with an X-101 missile containing foreign components, providing Driscoll with materials about the companies that produce the parts.
The President of Ukraine informed US Army Secretary Dean Driscoll about his readiness to cooperate with the Trump administration on a peace plan. This plan involves the transfer of some controlled territories to Russia, but Zelenskyy agreed to negotiations.
US Vice President J. D. Vance stated that Donald Trump wants Ukraine and Russia to end the war and resume trade. He believes that world peace will benefit American workers and the people.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to discuss key aspects necessary for achieving peace with US President Donald Trump in the coming days. Details of the conversation will be added later.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has received a draft plan from the American side that could activate diplomacy. Ukraine is ready to work constructively with the American side and partners to achieve peace.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll and generals. The meeting is part of the efforts of US President Donald Trump's administration to resume dialogue on ending the Russian-Ukrainian war.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will hold a meeting with the "Servant of the People" faction tonight. Earlier, he announced a meeting of the Staff and talks with government officials this week, as well as the preparation of "necessary legislative initiatives" and "fundamental quick decisions."
Political scientist Oleh Lisnyi emphasizes that all discussions about the US peace plan revolve around rumors. He also points out that Ukraine's position remains unchanged.
Despite closed skies and war, Ukrainian aircraft manufacturing remains one of the largest donors to the state budget: every hryvnia of tax benefits returns to the state in 2. 5–3 times the amount. The industry not only generates billions in revenue but also maintains tens of thousands of jobs and critical defense technologies, which is why the state needs to restore tax preferences for the industry.
Search and rescue operations continue in Ternopil after a massive Russian attack; 18 people are considered missing. 26 people have died, including three children, and over 230 injured have sought assistance.
SES rescuers found a cage with a parrot among the ruins of a house in Ternopil, which was hit by a Russian missile on November 19. The feathered creature survived the horrific strike.
US President Donald Trump's peace plan envisages territorial concessions from Ukraine and Russia paying rent for Donbas. The plan also provides for Ukraine's legal control over the occupied territories, but without disclosing the amount of rent from Russia.
Lawyers point to the inaccuracy and inconsistency of the suspicion against businessman Timur Mindich, which could lead to the suspect avoiding punishment.
Sergiy Kyslytsya, First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, called Donald Trump's plan for peace between Russia and Ukraine an information-psychological special operation.
After the Russian strike on high-rise buildings in Ternopil, 22 people remain missing, and search operations are ongoing. President Zelenskyy reported 26 dead, including three children.
The US has proposed a framework plan to Ukraine for ending the war, which reportedly involves giving up territories and reducing the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Kyiv did not participate in the development of the proposals but received “signals” regarding them.
The Telegraph columnist Daniel DePetris believes that Donald Trump's "peace" plan for the war in Ukraine is unrealistic and unacceptable for Kyiv. It envisages territorial concessions from Ukraine and de facto Russian control over Donbas.
