Ukraine
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced his readiness to work on the 28-point US peace plan, but demanded that its authors and place of creation be disclosed. Tomorrow, European leaders will discuss this issue in Luanda before the Africa-EU summit.
Singer MELOVIN, Kostiantyn Bocharov, announced his engagement to paramedic of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Petro Zlotia, showing a photo on Instagram. The engagement took place on Maidan, where Petro presented the singer with a ring and a bouquet of red roses.
Special Envoy of US President Donald Trump, Steve Witkoff, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio have arrived in Geneva. They will discuss a peace plan for Ukraine.
The legal status of over 200,000 Ukrainians in the US is at risk due to delays and new immigration system rules introduced by the Trump administration. This has led to job losses and loss of insurance for many, as well as mass deportations.
The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, reported that a Russian contingent of over 120 military personnel is present in Venezuela under the command of Colonel General Oleg Makarevich, who commanded the 'Dnipro' group of forces and organized the undermining of the Kakhovka HPP.
Ukraine's Defense Forces are holding back the Russians in Pokrovsk, Donetsk region, where small arms battles are ongoing, preventing the enemy from gaining a foothold. Since early November, Ukrainian troops have eliminated 388 occupiers and wounded 87.
Professional astrologer Ksenia Bazylenko spoke about the continued tension in government structures and external pressure on the country's leadership. She also warned about possible sharp events and crisis situations on November 29-30.
In Larnaca, unknown individuals attempted to kidnap Volodymyr Demchyshyn, former Minister of Energy and Coal Industry of Ukraine. The attackers assaulted him and two other people, but met resistance and fled, leaving a car with weapons behind.
The US opposes the participation of European diplomats in today's talks in Switzerland on Ukraine's peace plan. Americans do not want the presence of other European diplomats during negotiations with Ukrainians.
European leaders are seeking to rewrite Trump's Donbas proposal, which they believe benefits Russia. They want any ceasefire to begin with a freeze of the conflict along the current line of demarcation.
On Sunday, November 23, cloudy weather with rain is expected in the Kyiv region. The temperature in the region will be 3-8°C, in Kyiv 5-7°C.
US senators said Secretary of State Marco Rubio called Washington's peace plan Moscow's 'wish list'. Rubio later denied this, stating that the plan was developed based on proposals from Russia and Ukraine.
On the night of November 23, Russian troops attacked Ukraine with 98 attack UAVs of various types. Defense forces shot down 69 enemy drones in the north, south, and east of the country, but 27 UAVs hit targets at 12 locations.
Navy spokesman Dmytro Pletenchuk explained why Russians are using 'Kalibr' missiles less frequently for strikes against Ukraine. Most of these missiles do not reach their targets, and their effectiveness is questionable.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that Washington has developed a plan to end the war in Ukraine, based on "the Russian side's proposal" and "Ukraine's previous and current proposals. " The document is offered as a "solid basis for ongoing negotiations."
Russian officials and media reject the US peace plan, demanding full compliance with Russia's demands and refusing territorial compromises. The Kremlin is actively shaping public opinion not to agree to anything less than a complete victory in Ukraine.
On November 22, Russian troops lost 920 soldiers and 496 UAVs. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 23.11.25 are estimated at 1,165,260 personnel.
On November 23, Ukraine will be cloudy, with wet snow expected in the west and rains in the rest of the territory. In Kyiv and the region, rains are also forecast with temperatures of 3-8° Celsius.
Surveys show a worsening financial situation for Russians, with only 8% reporting an increase in wealth, while 23% report a deterioration. Only 24% hope for an improvement in their financial situation in the coming year.
The former world boxing champion called the US-proposed plan to end the war in Ukraine a "capitulation plan. " He stated that Russia is getting land for its crimes, while Ukraine is only getting promises.
Leaders of the Nordic and Baltic Eight (NB8) countries reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine, holding a conversation with President Zelenskyy. They emphasized Ukraine's readiness for negotiations, while Russia continues its brutal attacks.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine held telephone conversations with the heads of the foreign policy agencies of India and Great Britain. Peace efforts and coordination of steps to promote a just peace were discussed ahead of the meeting of national security advisors.
According to British journalists, Donald Trump's 28-point peace plan to end the war in Ukraine is a "sad mixture of unabashed opportunism and strategic shortsightedness. " It is "poorly drafted, vague, unbalanced, and impractical," generously rewards Putin's aggression, and does not limit Russian strikes.
Russia organized the removal of schoolchildren from Shakhtarsk to the Sakhalin region of the Russian Federation under the guise of a "university shift. " This is part of a colonial program aimed at assimilating Ukrainian children and preparing them for relocation.
French President Emmanuel Macron stated that the US peace plan for Ukraine is a good basis, but it needs to be revised. He emphasized that the plan was not agreed upon with Europeans and does not take their interests into account.
According to Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, US President Donald Trump seeks peace in the war between Russia and Ukraine by pushing both sides. He will ensure that Ukraine is a free, sovereign state with a strong ability to defend itself.
Since the beginning of November 22, 157 combat engagements have taken place on the front, the enemy launched one missile and 32 air strikes. Ukrainian defenders repelled 14 attacks in the Northern Slobozhansky and Kursk directions, and also contained three attacks in the Southern Slobozhansky direction.
The US continues to work with Ukraine on a revised peace plan that provides security guarantees based on the principle of NATO's Article 5. Negotiations on the plan involving the US, Ukraine, Germany, France, and Great Britain will take place in Geneva.
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson criticized the US and Russia peace plan, calling it a "complete betrayal of Ukraine" and "military castration. " He noted that the plan provides for a Russian veto on Ukraine's NATO membership and the transfer of territories that Russia does not control.
Ukrainian advisors will work in Switzerland tomorrow with representatives from the US, Britain, France, and Germany on the parameters of a peace agreement. President Zelenskyy announced that the absolute majority of European leaders are ready to help and join the consultations.