Ukraine
US President Donald Trump may believe that Volodymyr Zelenskyy is trying to bluff to get a better deal. Trump claims he has already solved eight wars and is desperate for Ukraine to be the ninth to boost his chances for next year's Nobel Peace Prize.
A film screening and the donation of books to the Ukrainian shelf in Strasbourg marked the 500th cultural and artistic event of the "Culture vs. War" initiative.
On the night of November 22, Russia launched an attack on Ukraine, using an Iskander-M ballistic missile and 104 attack UAVs. Air defense forces neutralized 89 enemy drones, 13 UAVs and a missile were hit.
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.
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.
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.
November 22 marks International Son's Day, Love Your Freckles Day, and International Musician's Day. Also, on the last Saturday of November, the victims of the Holodomors in Ukraine are commemorated.
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.
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.
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.
Republican Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick has launched a campaign to collect signatures to vote on a bill to strengthen sanctions against Russia. This comes amid reports of a possible "peace plan" for Ukraine, which Fitzpatrick called "propaganda."
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz discussed the American proposal for a peaceful settlement in Ukraine. The leaders emphasized the importance of supporting negotiation processes and the desire to achieve a just peace.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported that from late August to October 2025, the Defense Forces conducted counteroffensive operations in the Dobropillia direction. Russian losses amounted to over 13,000 killed and wounded.
Donald Trump stated on November 21 that Volodymyr Zelenskyy must sign his peace plan, otherwise Ukraine will have to continue fighting. Trump emphasized that the US has its own vision for peace, which Zelenskyy should accept.
In 2025, 122,000 Ukrainians were forced to leave their homes due to the war. In total, about 10 million Ukrainians have become refugees or internally displaced persons.
On November 21, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 234 combat engagements during the day, with the most difficult situation near Pokrovsk. The Russians launched 25 airstrikes, used 1811 kamikaze drones, and carried out 2829 shellings.
Pope Leo urged young Americans not to misuse artificial intelligence for homework, emphasizing its role as a learning tool. He noted that AI is becoming one of the defining features of our time.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot will hold coordination talks with European ministers on the situation around Ukraine. Ministers from Germany, Poland, Great Britain, Finland, Italy, and the head of the EU foreign policy department will join the conversation.
French and Ukrainian companies are intensifying negotiations on drone cooperation. The goal is to sign agreements by the end of the year, despite uncertain funding and competition.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Donald Trump held a 15-minute conversation. They discussed the American peace plan for ending the war in Ukraine, but details were not disclosed.
Donald Trump stated in an interview with Fox News that Ukraine will lose the controlled parts of Donbas in the near future. He also noted that Russians would be stopped if they attacked the Baltic states.
European diplomats and officials are expressing outrage over a new US peace plan that could derail efforts to provide financial assistance to Ukraine. Trump's proposed plan involves using frozen Russian assets to rebuild Ukraine after a truce, which contradicts EU plans to use these funds for a loan to Kyiv.
UEFA fined Polish "Legia" 25,000 euros for a banner about the Volyn tragedy and offensive chants by fans during the Conference League match against "Shakhtar". Ukrainian Ambassador to Poland Vasyl Bodnar condemned the provocations of Polish fans.
Ukrainian bonds and stocks on world exchanges showed growth after details of the US-proposed 'peace plan' to end the war in Ukraine became known.