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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Singer Demi Lovato posted a video of herself dancing on a yacht in a black and white bikini, announcing a new version of the song It's Not That Deep. She also spoke about healing while working on the documentary "Child Star" and activism for child protection in the entertainment industry.
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.
