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25-11-2025
The Russia-Ukraine war continues with both sides trading deadly drone strikes overnight, resulting in at least five deaths and multiple injuries. In Kyiv, a Russian drone strike killed at least two people and injured six, hitting residential buildings and disrupting essential services. Meanwhile, a Ukrainian strike in Russia's Rostov region killed three people and injured 10. The attacks occurred as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky welcomed proposed changes to a US peace plan, although a Kremlin official rejected the amendments as 'unconstructive'.
Entities: Russia, Ukraine, Kyiv, Rostov region, Volodymyr Zelensky • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
25-11-2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has welcomed changes to a proposed 28-point peace plan aimed at ending the war with Russia, although Russia has rejected the amendments. The plan was discussed during talks between US and Ukrainian officials in Geneva on Sunday. Zelensky emphasized that the main problem remains Russia's demand for legal recognition of the territory it has taken. The revised plan now consists of 19 points, with sensitive elements to be decided by leaders. Ukrainian and European officials are working towards a 'just and lasting peace' in Ukraine.
Entities: Volodymyr Zelensky, Russia, Ukraine, United States, Geneva • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
25-11-2025
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is meeting with Russian officials in Abu Dhabi to discuss a peace deal for the Ukraine-Russia war. The meetings come as the Trump administration intensifies efforts to secure a ceasefire in the nearly four-year-long conflict. Driscoll's meeting with Russian officials follows a visit to Ukraine's capital last week and talks in Geneva on the weekend. The proposed peace plan includes provisions that Ukraine has previously rejected, such as giving up the Donetsk region and ending its push to join NATO. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has not confirmed a potential visit to the U.S. this week. The White House stated that U.S. and Ukrainian officials have drafted an updated peace framework following Geneva discussions.
Entities: Dan Driscoll, Russia, Ukraine, Abu Dhabi, United States • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
25-11-2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the main issue with the US peace proposal for the Russia-Ukraine conflict is the recognition of Russian sovereignty over captured Ukrainian territory. US and Ukrainian officials met in Switzerland to discuss a 28-point proposal, with the possibility of Zelenskyy visiting the US this week. The proposal has sparked concerns among European allies as being too favorable to Russia. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said 'very meaningful' progress was made, but there is still work to be done. Meanwhile, a drone attack on Kharkiv killed 4 people and injured 13.
Entities: Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Russia, Ukraine, United States, Donald Trump • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
25-11-2025
US and Russian officials held peace talks in Abu Dhabi on November 25, 2025, to discuss a proposed plan to end the war in Ukraine. The talks came as both countries conducted deadly strikes on each other, with at least six people killed in Kyiv and three in Russia's Rostov region. The US delegation, led by US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll, met with Russian officials to lay the groundwork for higher-level engagements. The discussions are based on a 28-point peace proposal authored by the US with input from Russia and Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the new proposal has 'fewer points' and 'proper considerations.' Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that the US proposal 'in principle, could form the basis for a final peace settlement.' Despite the talks, Russia continued its assault on Ukraine, launching missiles and drones that killed six people and wounded 13. Ukraine also conducted a significant drone attack on Russia, killing three people and wounding eight.
Entities: US, Russia, Ukraine, Abu Dhabi, Kyiv • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
25-11-2025
The US has proposed a plan to end the war in Ukraine, but key European allies, including France, Germany, and Finland, have expressed concerns that they are being sidelined in the negotiations. The European diplomat stated that Europe will not accept a US-driven agreement without full European involvement. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the US and Ukraine made 'substantial' headway on an 'updated and refined peace framework.' NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said that the US effort contains constructive elements, but some elements need to be changed. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reinforced Kyiv's red lines, rejecting territorial concessions.
Entities: United States, Ukraine, Europe, Russia, NATO • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
25-11-2025
Climate activist Greta Thunberg has been banned from Venice for 48 hours and fined $172 after participating in an Extinction Rebellion protest that dyed the Grand Canal bright green. The protest was part of a coordinated action across ten Italian cities, with Extinction Rebellion claiming the dye used was non-toxic and posed no ecological threat. The group argued that the stunt was designed to draw attention to the effects of climate collapse, particularly in vulnerable cities like Venice. Veneto Province Gov. Luca Zaia criticized the action as 'disrespectful' and a potential threat to the environment.
Entities: Greta Thunberg, Venice, Extinction Rebellion, Grand Canal, Italy • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
25-11-2025
The European Union has proposed a 28-point counter-proposal to the US-Russia draft peace plan for Ukraine, drafted by Britain, France, and Germany. The proposal uses the US plan as its basis, with suggested changes and deletions. Key points include Ukraine's sovereignty, a non-aggression agreement between Russia and Ukraine/NATO, and robust security guarantees for Ukraine. The proposal also addresses issues such as Ukraine's military size, NATO troop presence, and economic redevelopment. The US has stated it is making changes to its original plan after positive talks with Ukraine.
Entities: Europe, US, Russia, Ukraine, Britain • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
25-11-2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to hold talks with US President Donald Trump over a proposed peace plan for the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. The plan, which has been the subject of discussions in Geneva, has seen a 28-point proposal drawn up by America and Russia, with a counter-proposal from Kyiv's European allies. Overnight attacks in Russia and Ukraine have resulted in casualties, with Russia's Rostov region reporting three deaths and 10 injuries, while Ukraine's Kyiv has seen at least two deaths and several injuries from Russian drone strikes. The White House has expressed a 'sense of urgency' to strike an agreement, with Trump's Secretary of State Marco Rubio downplaying a deadline for Kyiv to agree to the plan.
Entities: Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Donald Trump, Ukraine, Russia, Geneva • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
25-11-2025
The US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, has expressed optimism about the progress of peace talks between the US and Ukraine regarding a proposed peace plan for Ukraine. The talks, held in Geneva, have made 'tremendous progress' according to Rubio, although he emphasized that more time is needed to finalize the agreement. The initial peace plan, drawn up by the White House and Kremlin without Ukraine's input, has been met with criticism and has undergone revisions. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has indicated that his team is being heard by President Trump's team, and European leaders have presented a counter-proposal to the US-Russian peace plan. Despite the progress, significant challenges remain, including Russia's reluctance to stop the conflict and the need for agreement from multiple parties.
Entities: Marco Rubio, Ukraine, US, Geneva, Switzerland • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
25-11-2025
The original 28-point Ukraine-Russia peace plan was drafted by US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner after secret meetings with a Kremlin insider in Miami. The plan demanded Ukraine make heavy concessions, including giving up territory and capping its military size, while asking Russia to barely give up anything. The plan was leaked, shocking supporters of Ukraine, and was later revised to 19 points with some controversial provisions removed. Secretary of State Marco Rubio was initially unaware of the full scope of the plan.
Entities: Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, Marco Rubio, Ukraine, Russia • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
25-11-2025
The article discusses the Trump administration's efforts to broker a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio leading negotiations in Geneva. The initial 28-point draft peace plan was widely criticized for being one-sided in favor of Russia, leading to a revised version with around 20 points. The plan's success is uncertain, with Russia's reaction being a crucial factor. The article highlights the differing perspectives of the parties involved, including the Trump administration's desire for a compromise, Russia's goal of restoring lands it considers historically significant, and Ukraine's need to maintain its dignity and security.
Entities: Marco Rubio, Volodymyr Zelensky, Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump, JD Vance • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
25-11-2025
The Trump administration has unveiled a 28-point peace plan for Ukraine, which has been met with criticism for being too favorable to Russia. The plan, developed by Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, aims to end the war between Russia and Ukraine. Despite revisions to address Ukraine's concerns, the plan remains contentious, with many Ukrainians describing it as a capitulation to Russia's demands. The White House is now expected to present the revised plan to Russia, but it is unclear whether Moscow will accept it.
Entities: Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, Jared Kushner, Steve Witkoff, Kirill Dmitriev • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
