French President Emmanuel Macron will make a three-day state visit to China this week to persuade Xi Jinping to influence the Kremlin to achieve a ceasefire in Ukraine. Paris also expects China to step up efforts to influence Russia and review trade imbalances with the EU.
The European Commission is actively, though not publicly, participating in peace consultations on Ukraine, maintaining constant contact with Kyiv and the United States. Brussels ensures that the EU's interests are taken into account in the discussions and supports Ukraine's sovereignty.
The Cabinet of Ministers sent the resolution on 3,000 free kilometers by Ukrzaliznytsia for revision. The final decision is expected soon, said MP Oleksiy Honcharenko. This program is part of the winter support announced by President Zelenskyy.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived at the Élysée Palace in Paris. He was met by French President Emmanuel Macron, the leaders exchanged hugs.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported on constructive talks with the US in Miami, noting the presence of "difficult issues" that still need to be worked on. Further actions will be determined after the report of Ukrainian representatives returning to Europe and planned negotiations with European partners.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin in Dublin on Tuesday. This will be the first official visit of the President and First Lady of Ukraine to Ireland.
US President's Special Representative Stephen Witkoff and Jared Kushner are traveling to Moscow for talks with Vladimir Putin. The talks between the US and Ukraine have focused on the de facto border with Russia.
US-Ukraine talks focused on defining a de facto border with Russia under a peace agreement. The meeting was difficult, but productive, with a discussion of the territorial issue.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris. This comes amid Donald Trump's optimism about a deal to end Russia's war against Ukraine.
The "Servant of the People" faction will hold a meeting today at 7:00 PM with Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko and government officials. The main topic is the adoption of the State Budget for 2026, as reported by MP Yaroslav Zhelezniak.
The Kremlin is spreading a narrative about Ukraine's imminent collapse to induce the West to capitulate, despite the vulnerabilities of the Russian war effort. Peskov's statements are part of a cognitive effort aimed at creating a false sense of urgency about Russia's victory.
Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Pavlo Palisa stated that each combat brigade should receive a predictable number of recruits. This will allow soldiers to know their unit, commander, and team from day one, as well as plan training and rotations.
After talks between the Ukrainian and American delegations in Florida, the issue of security guarantees for Kyiv remained unresolved. The issue of Russia's territorial claims regarding the territories it controls also remains unresolved.
President Zelenskyy announced that the Ukrainian and American delegations in Florida discussed ensuring Ukraine's sovereignty and national interests. According to him, the conversation was constructive, and the parties spoke frankly about all issues.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov reported to President Zelenskyy on the results of negotiations in the US. Kyiv has made significant progress in promoting peace and bringing positions closer with the American side.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held talks with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Diplomatic issues, strengthening Ukraine's resilience, and the negotiation process to end the war were discussed.
US and Ukrainian officials are meeting in Miami to coordinate positions before Trump's delegation travels to Moscow with an updated peace plan. Key disagreements concern territories and security guarantees.
Initially, the Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council reported on clear directives and priorities agreed with Volodymyr Zelenskyy. But later he deleted this post.
On November 30, Russians deliberately struck the energy infrastructure of Sumy region, blacking out part of Sumy. This caused interruptions in electricity and water supply in the Sumy district.
The SES completely extinguished the fire in a high-rise building in Vyshhorod caused by a Russian attack. One person died, 19 were injured, including four children.
President Zelenskyy and Finnish President Alexander Stubb held talks on Russian aggression. The parties exchanged information and assessed diplomatic scenarios, emphasizing the need to pressure Russia.
Oksana Markarova has been appointed presidential adviser on Ukraine's reconstruction and investment attraction. Her work will focus on improving the country's business climate and financial stability.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine has synchronized sanctions with the United States and imposed them against "Rosneft" and "Lukoil," as well as against other Russian companies and enterprises.
The Washington Post reports that the US will increase pressure on Zelenskyy next week to advance a deal to end the war with Russia. This comes amid a domestic political crisis in Ukraine, including a corruption scandal and shelling.
In Vyshhorod, Kyiv region, the consequences of the night attack are being eliminated; many residential buildings have been damaged, and there are dead and wounded. President Zelenskyy noted that the Russians used almost 1400 attack drones, 1100 guided aerial bombs, and 66 missiles during the week.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated that Putin must agree to a ceasefire, otherwise Russia will face new sanctions. Also, according to him, the European Council may decide on frozen Russian assets as early as December 18.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet with Emmanuel Macron in Paris to discuss peace terms and security guarantees. This is Zelenskyy's second visit to France in two weeks.
A Ukrainian delegation will meet with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, special envoy Steve Witkoff, and Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner in Florida. The meeting comes amid pressure from Washington for a peace deal and a political crisis in Ukraine.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the availability of a candidate for the post of Minister of Justice. He also called on parliamentarians to determine a list of candidates for the post of head of the Ministry of Energy of Ukraine.
The Ukrainian delegation will arrive in the USA on November 29 to continue the dialogue on ending the war, with clear directives. President Zelenskyy also reported on the shelling of Ukraine on November 29, where 19 missiles and almost 560 drones were shot down.
