Day: November 25, 2025

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Focusing on recent military actions and ongoing peace negotiations, here is a review of the latest news regarding the war between Russia and Ukraine.
Military Activity
Both nations have launched major, deadly overnight strikes.
Russian Attacks: Russia launched over 460 drones and 22 missiles into Ukraine, resulting in six deaths and 13 injuries, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The strikes caused “extensive damage to residential buildings and civilian infrastructure” across multiple regions including Kyiv and Odesa, and primarily targeted the energy sector to disrupt normal life.
Ukrainian Attacks: Ukraine carried out a significant drone attack on Russia, which Russian officials said killed three people and wounded eight. Russia’s Defense Ministry claimed to have intercepted 249 drones, including 116 over the Black Sea. Ukrainian military sources described the night as “most productive” in November, indicating “deep damage” was inflicted on Russia.
NATO Involvement: NATO fighter jets in Romania were scrambled after at least one Russian drone breached Romanian airspace near the border with Ukraine.
Frontline: In the east, the battle for the key city of Pokrovsk continues to rage, with Russia reportedly making advances.
Peace Negotiations and Diplomatic Efforts
Diplomatic activity has intensified around a U.S.-proposed peace plan, which has been the subject of significant debate and revision.
U.S. Peace Plan: The Trump administration introduced a controversial 28-point peace proposal that initially included many concessions to Russia, such as a cap on Ukraine’s military size and potential territorial losses. The plan has faced criticism for being too favorable to Moscow, and European leaders are working to rebalance it.
Negotiations: U.S. and Ukrainian officials met in Geneva and reported “tremendous progress” and “highly productive” discussions, refining the plan into a 19-point framework that is more acceptable to Kyiv.
Sticking Points: Russia has indicated that many, but not all, points are acceptable, but has not officially received the revised plan. Russia continues to demand the recognition of annexed territories and a guarantee that Ukraine will never join NATO.
European Response: European leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, are pushing back against the U.S. proposal, arguing that without strong deterrence measures, Russia will remain a threat. France has pledged to sell 100 fighter jets to Ukraine to boost its defense capabilities.
Zelenskyy’s Position: President Zelenskyy has said he will discuss “sensitive issues” with President Trump and has stated Ukraine will not agree to a ceasefire that freezes the conflict with Russia occupying its territory.

— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Nov 25, 2025

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#Russia and  #Ukraine​  #News Review
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Focusing on recent military actions and ongoing peace negotiations, here is a review of the latest news regarding the war between Russia and Ukraine.
Military Activity
Both nations have launched major, deadly overnight strikes.
Russian Attacks: Russia launched over 460 drones and 22 missiles into Ukraine, resulting in six deaths and 13 injuries, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The strikes caused “extensive damage to residential buildings and civilian infrastructure” across multiple regions including Kyiv and Odesa, and primarily targeted the energy sector to disrupt normal life.
Ukrainian Attacks: Ukraine carried out a significant drone attack on Russia, which Russian officials said killed three people and wounded eight. Russia’s Defense Ministry claimed to have intercepted 249 drones, including 116 over the Black Sea. Ukrainian military sources described the night as “most productive” in November, indicating “deep damage” was inflicted on Russia.
NATO Involvement: NATO fighter jets in Romania were scrambled after at least one Russian drone breached Romanian airspace near the border with Ukraine.
Frontline: In the east, the battle for the key city of Pokrovsk continues to rage, with Russia reportedly making advances.
Peace Negotiations and Diplomatic Efforts
Diplomatic activity has intensified around a U.S.-proposed peace plan, which has been the subject of significant debate and revision.
U.S. Peace Plan: The Trump administration introduced a controversial 28-point peace proposal that initially included many concessions to Russia, such as a cap on Ukraine’s military size and potential territorial losses. The plan has faced criticism for being too favorable to Moscow, and European leaders are working to rebalance it.
Negotiations: U.S. and Ukrainian officials met in Geneva and reported “tremendous progress” and “highly productive” discussions, refining the plan into a 19-point framework that is more acceptable to Kyiv.
Sticking Points: Russia has indicated that many, but not all, points are acceptable, but has not officially received the revised plan. Russia continues to demand the recognition of annexed territories and a guarantee that Ukraine will never join NATO.
European Response: European leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, are pushing back against the U.S. proposal, arguing that without strong deterrence measures, Russia will remain a threat. France has pledged to sell 100 fighter jets to Ukraine to boost its defense capabilities.
Zelenskyy’s Position: President Zelenskyy has said he will discuss “sensitive issues” with President Trump and has stated Ukraine will not agree to a ceasefire that freezes the conflict with Russia occupying its territory.

— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Nov 25, 2025

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— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Nov 25, 2025