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US President Donald Trump stated that television networks should not be allowed to expand their influence, as this would strengthen the dominance of "radically left-wing" media. He criticized ABC and NBC, calling them the "media arm of the Democratic Party," and called for restrictions on their operations.
Senator Lindsey Graham believes that the US Congress should evaluate a peace plan for Ukraine, including security guarantees. This will ensure lasting peace and prevent future Russian aggression.
Following talks in Geneva on November 23, 2025, Ukraine and the United States agreed on an updated framework document for a peace plan, reaffirming respect for Ukraine's sovereignty. The parties agreed to continue intensive work on joint proposals with the participation of European partners.
Meta company halted Project Mercury research, which found a reduction in depression and anxiety among Facebook users after a week of being "offline. " This became known from documents in court proceedings regarding the harm of social networks to teenagers.
The United States of America presented an updated package of proposals for resolving the war in Ukraine, announcing significant progress in negotiations in Geneva. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the American plan includes 26 to 28 points, which are being finalized after consultations with the Ukrainian side.
Officials from the United States of America and Ukraine are discussing a potential visit of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Washington. The trip depends on the results of peace talks in Geneva.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he had not received information about European proposals, despite meeting with national security advisers. He had not seen any counter-plan, although the media had circulated the text of a revised peace agreement from Great Britain, France, and Germany.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that peace plan talks in Geneva will resume on November 24. Work on the plan has been ongoing for three weeks, and over the past four days, the process has significantly accelerated.
President Zelenskyy announced progress in peace talks and signs that Donald Trump's team is ready to listen to Ukraine's position. Diplomatic work is intensifying, and negotiations in Switzerland will continue until late in the evening.
European media have circulated the full text of a revised peace agreement that the leaders of Great Britain, France, and Germany are proposing as an alternative to the American plan for resolving the war between Ukraine and Russia. The E3 countries' document is based on the American plan, but contains a number of significant clarifications, changes, and exclusions in each section.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia started the war and does not want to end it, and Putin does not care about the losses. He thanked the US and personally Trump for the assistance provided, emphasizing the importance of a just peace.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak announced a productive first session of negotiations with the American delegation in Geneva. The parties have made good progress and are moving towards a just and lasting peace.
The President of Ukraine held talks with Emmanuel Macron and emphasized the active work of Ukrainian teams in Geneva. He also stressed the importance of US leadership and thanked Trump and America for their support.
Great Britain, France, and Germany presented a modified version of the American peace plan for Ukraine. They reject limitations on the size of the armed forces and territorial concessions, proposing an army limit of 800,000 and security guarantees similar to Article 5 of NATO.
Finnish President Alexander Stubb stated that Donald Trump is making significant efforts to find a solution to the war in Ukraine. Stubb and Prime Minister Meloni discussed a 28-point plan with him on the sidelines of the G20 summit.
Israel struck Beirut on November 23, stating that the target was Hezbollah's chief of staff. The attack resulted in one death and 21 injuries.
Several dozen students from a Catholic school in Nigeria escaped their kidnappers and returned home. More than 250 students and teachers remain in captivity after the mass abduction.
German Chancellor Merz expressed skepticism about the approval of the US peace plan by Thursday due to disagreements. He also proposed his own abbreviated plan for ending the war in Ukraine, the details of which have not been disclosed.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Umerov announced that the current draft of the joint document with the US, in its final stage of approval, already reflects most of Ukraine's key priorities. He expects further progress throughout the day.
The American president once again stated that he "inherited" the war in Ukraine from Biden, and also said that there was no proper gratitude from Ukraine for US intervention in the conflict.
In the US, the Trump administration is considering a new phase of actions against the regime of Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela. The US could launch new operations in the coming days, including covert actions aimed at removing Maduro.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held talks with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, informing him about the work of negotiating teams in Switzerland. Ukraine seeks the most constructive work on the steps proposed by America, and is also preparing for a conversation with the Coalition of the Willing.
In its counter-plan, Ukraine will insist on a kind of "shield" from America, similar to what all NATO member countries receive, and will also insist on security guarantees.
The peace plan will be finalized during a meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US President Donald Trump. This will happen after coordination meetings and negotiations in Geneva.
Hamas informed the US special envoy and the US president's son-in-law about the termination of the Gaza ceasefire agreement. This followed Israeli military raids that resulted in the deaths of 10 people.
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.
US President's Special Representative Keith Kellogg positively assessed the peace plan, calling it a working document. It will be refined throughout Thanksgiving week to achieve a final result.
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.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy faces the most painful choice: to agree to a peace deal that involves giving up part of Donbas, or to continue the war. This is due to new efforts by the Trump administration for a peace deal that involves compromises from Ukraine.