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Steve Witkoff, an envoy of the US president, had a phone conversation last month with Putin's aide Yuri Ushakov. He gave advice on how best to present Russia's proposals for a "peace deal" to Donald Trump.
Donald Trump stated that the 28-point peace plan for Ukraine has been finalized, with only a few disagreements remaining. He hopes to meet with Zelenskyy and Putin for final approval.
US President Trump expressed confidence in progress towards a peace deal for Ukraine, speaking in the White House Rose Garden. He noted that he had expected an easier end to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
White House spokeswoman Carolyn Leavitt reported significant progress in advancing a peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia. According to her, there are delicate details that require further negotiations.
US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll met with Russian officials in Abu Dhabi for the second time. This happened against the backdrop of a reduction in the US peace plan between Ukraine and Russia from 28 to 19 points, which the Russian side called a non-starter.
US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is meeting with Russian officials in Abu Dhabi to discuss the peace process. These meetings come amid increased efforts by US President Donald Trump to secure a ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war.
According to Karoline Leavitt, negotiations between the Ukrainian and US delegations in Geneva were productive, but several points of disagreement remain. A meeting between Presidents Trump and Zelenskyy is not planned for this week.
US First Lady Melania Trump inspected the official White House Christmas tree, as announced by presidential aide Margo Martin. The 25-foot tree arrived from Corson's Tree Farm.
Donald Trump is not deeply involved in the details, the media learned amid peace plan talks between Ukraine and Russia.
The US and Ukraine have agreed on changes to an earlier peace proposal, which many considered beneficial to Moscow. President Zelenskyy may visit the US this week to discuss details with Donald Trump.
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.
Donald Trump stated that his 28-point peace plan for Ukraine is not a final proposal. He noted that the war should not have started, and he aims to end it.
US officials, at a meeting with NATO ambassadors in Kyiv, stated that the US plans to push for Ukraine to sign a peace agreement as soon as possible, otherwise Kyiv will face a "much worse deal. " The proposed agreement involves Ukraine ceding territories occupied by Russia, as well as amnesty for war crimes.
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.
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.
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.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held an almost hour-long conversation with US Vice President Vance and US Secretary of the Army Driscoll. The parties agreed to work together at the advisor level to achieve lasting peace.
The White House wants Ukraine to sign a 28-point "framework" peace plan by Thanksgiving, which is seen as a goal rather than a hard deadline. Negotiations are expected to be difficult and lengthy.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine may face a difficult choice: to lose dignity or risk losing a key partner. He emphasized that his answer was given on May 20, 2019, when he pledged to defend Ukraine's sovereignty and independence.
The Wall Street Journal learned about the US framework for security guarantees for Ukraine, which offers 10-year guarantees with the possibility of extension, but without direct military assistance. European countries, according to the report, are developing their own peace plan.
Russian dictator's spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that Moscow has not received a peace settlement plan for Ukraine, but contacts with the United States continue. He emphasized that it is "better for Zelenskyy to negotiate now than later."
Axios has published US President Donald Trump's 28-point plan for peace in Ukraine. The document provides for territorial concessions, security guarantees, and economic components.
The United States of America insists that Kyiv intensify negotiations and prepare a draft peace agreement by November 27. After this, Washington plans to hand it over to Russia, aiming to complete the process by early December.
White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said that the plan to end the war in Ukraine, supported by Donald Trump, is constantly changing, but it is good for both sides. The US is working on its implementation and is negotiating with Ukraine and Russia.
The President of Ukraine informed US Army Secretary Dean Driscoll about his readiness to cooperate with the Trump administration on a peace plan. This plan involves the transfer of some controlled territories to Russia, but Zelenskyy agreed to negotiations.
The US has proposed a framework plan to Ukraine for ending the war, which reportedly involves giving up territories and reducing the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Kyiv did not participate in the development of the proposals but received “signals” regarding them.
The golden toilet "America" by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan was sold at a Sotheby's auction in New York for $12 million to an unknown buyer. The 18-karat gold art object, which functions as a regular toilet, satirizes excessive American wealth.
Trump's special envoy for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, has announced his intention to step down in January. His departure means the loss of one of the few consistent supporters of Ukraine in the current Trump administration.
The United States and Saudi Arabia have signed a multi-billion dollar civilian nuclear energy agreement. This happened during Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit to Washington.
The Trump administration is secretly developing a new peace plan with Russia to end the war in Ukraine. Special envoy Steve Witkoff is leading the effort, and talks accelerated this week due to new Kremlin willingness to reach a deal.