United States tests global players with peace plan – former Polish ambassador
The White House is, in a sense, testing many global players with the so-called peace plan, understanding that in its current form it is unacceptable.
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Zelensky establishes delegation to participate in peace negotiations
President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a decree establishing a Ukrainian delegation to participate in the negotiation process with the United States and other international partners, as well as with representatives of the Russian Federation, to achieve a just and lasting peace.
Ukraine and U.S. launch consultations on possible parameters of future peace agreement – Umerov
Consultations between high-ranking officials of Ukraine and the United States are scheduled to take place in the coming days regarding the potential parameters of a future peace agreement.
Nuremberg-type tribunal for Russian war criminals is unlikely – German historian
Bringing Russian war criminals, especially the military and political leadership, to trial for crimes committed against Ukraine is very unlikely.
Nawrocki on “peace plan”: Russia does not honour agreements
Peace-planning efforts must take into account that Russia does not honour its agreements. Ukraine must have a decisive voice in peace negotiations.
Lukashenko pardons 31 Ukrainians amid U.S. peace efforts
Self-proclaimed President of Belarus, Aleksandr Lukashenko, has pardoned 31 Ukrainians. They are being transferred to the Ukrainian side.
Republican lawmaker pushes for vote on bill imposing crushing sanctions on Russia
U.S. Representative Brian Fitzpatrick, a Republican, has filed a discharge petition in Congress seeking to force a vote on a bipartisan bill that would introduce strict sanctions against countries partnering with Russia.
European leaders to discuss Trump's peace plan at G20 summit – media
EU leaders will hold a separate meeting on Ukraine this weekend on the sidelines of the G20 summit in South Africa, where they will discuss the U.S.-Russia peace plan and further steps to support Kyiv.
Beijing comments on destruction of Chinese MLRS by Ukrainian soldiers in Donetsk region
The Chinese government does not supply lethal weapons to either Russia or Ukraine and strictly controls the export of military products and dual-use goods.
21 November 2025
Chrystia Freeland steps down as Canada's representative for Ukraine's reconstruction
Former Canadian deputy prime minister Chrystia Freeland will take the position as the next Warden of Rhodes House, which provides scholarships for study at Oxford.
Zelensky discusses US peace plan with Costa and von der Leyen
President Volodymyr Zelensky held talks with European Council President António Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, during which he discussed the US proposals for ending the war and contacts with partners in Europe and the US.
Zelensky assures Rutte Ukraine ready to work quickly and constructively to make peace plan effective
President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte the available diplomatic options and the plan proposed by the US.
Zelensky after talks with Vance on peace plan: agreement reached with US and Europe to work at advisor level
Ukraine, the US, and Europe will work at the advisor level to make the path to peace truly viable.
Former Minister of Justice Galushchenko appears for questioning at NABU
Former Minister of Justice German Galushchenko appeared at the National Anti-Corruption Bureau for questioning on the morning of November 21.
Leaders of Ukraine, Germany, France, and United Kingdom align positions on achieving peace
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz held a telephone call with the leaders of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky; France, Emmanuel Macron; and the United Kingdom, Keir Starmer.
'Our land is not for sale': Ukraine outlines its red lines at UN Security Council
Ukraine is ready for substantive negotiations to end the war, but its red lines are clear and non-negotiable, according to Ukraine's Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN Khrystyna Hayovyshyn.
US offers Ukraine security guarantees similar to NATO's – Axios
New American proposals for resolving the Russian-Ukrainian war include providing Ukraine with security guarantees from the United States and its European allies similar to those that exist within NATO.
20 November 2025
Ukraine and U.S. teams to work on plan to end war – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the teams of Ukraine and the United States will work on the provisions of the plan to end the war.
Supporting Ukraine bargain compared to cost of Russian victory – Kallas
A reparations loan should become the main tool for strengthening Ukraine’s defense capability and a clear signal to Moscow that time is not on its side, while any peace plan can only succeed if it is supported by both Ukraine and Europe.
War can end only with solution both sides can accept, former Austrian defense minister says
A barrier to a peaceful settlement of Russia’s war against Ukraine is the fact that Vladimir Putin issued a decree declaring the “annexation” of four Ukrainian regions to the Russian Federation, even though Russian forces have failed to capture them.
Zelensky receives U.S. draft plan that could reinforce diplomacy
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has officially received from the American side a draft plan that, according to U.S. assessments, could help reinvigorate diplomatic efforts.
EU to discuss new sanctions against Russia’s shadow fleet – Bloomberg
The European Union is considering additional restrictive measures against “flag states” that facilitate the operations of Russia’s so-called shadow oil fleet.
Russia could end war as soon as tomorrow: London responds to “peace plan” on Ukraine
The Government of the United Kingdom, amid reports that the United States and Russia are developing a plan to end the war in Ukraine, has stated that the Ukrainian people must decide their own future.
Umerov returns to Ukraine – Spokesperson for NSDC Secretary
Rustem Umerov, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, has returned to Ukraine following an official trip.
Lithuanian FM on U.S.–Russia “peace plan”: Discussion is positive sign, but it must take place with Kyiv’s participation
Lithuanian Minister of Foreign Affairs Kęstutis Budrys stated in Brussels that any peace negotiations concerning the war in Ukraine must involve Kyiv.
Zelensky to meet with Servant of People faction MPs today
A meeting between President Volodymyr Zelensky and the Servant of the People parliamentary faction is scheduled for this evening.
PM Svyrydenko meets US Army Secretary Driscoll
Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko met with US Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll.
JATEC – first successes: counter-glide bomb technology, drone swarm system, tactical medicine
How JATEC is facilitating the development of new technologies for modern warfare
Keith Kellogg to step down as Special Envoy in January – media
U.S. President Donald Trump’s Special Envoy for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, has informed his colleagues that he intends to leave the administration in January.