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Trump still claims Putin is “serious about peace” and downplays Russian strikes
At Mar-a-Lago, he drew a parallel between Russia’s deliberate bombing of homes and Ukraine’s hits on military fuel sites.
Ukraine-US talks in Miami tackle two unresolved issues: territories and security guarantees
Ukrainian and American delegations opened negotiations in Miami on 30 Nov., with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio leading discussions
Trump envoy pushed Europe to help force Ukraine into US-Russia’s deal recognizing Moscow control of allegedly disputed cities
A senior European official described Driscoll’s tone during the Kyiv meeting as “nauseating,” according to the Financial Times.
Why Europe cannot afford the illusion of peace
Call it what it is: the Putin–Trump plan demands Ukraine’s capitulation, not peace.
US and Ukraine report progress in Geneva peace consultations
Just before the meeting, Trump lashed out at Kyiv for allegedly showing “zero gratitude” toward the US.
Reuters: Trump could unleash new sanctions on Russia’s economy, but waits to see if Europe dares move first
The White House weighs penalties on banking and oil exports even as it tests allies’ resolve, officials told Reuters.
CNN: Rubio’s expected meeting with Lavrov delayed, casting shadow over Trump–Putin Budapest summit plans
Despite Trump’s calls for a fast-tracked peace process, high-level diplomatic talks between Washington and Moscow have stalled, CNN sources said.
In call with Trump, Putin demands full control of Donetsk Oblast that he has failed to conquer for 11 years, WP says
The Russian president allegedly suggested swapping partial claims in Zaporizhzhia and Kherson for full control of Donetsk, WP sources stated.
Trump and Putin plan Budapest talks, but Ukrainian civilians might bear deadly brunt of their meeting again
While Trump hails progress and Putin’s cooperation, Ukrainian activists say the Kremlin uses diplomacy to cover continued assaults.
Trump’s “paper tiger” jab at Russia followed by diplomatic showdown with Lavrov
America's top diplomat, Marco Rubio, delivered a blunt demand after the US President's reversal on Ukraine’s territorial concessions.
“We’ve not seen any progress,” Rubio reveals secret Russia talks this week
American diplomats conducted previously undisclosed talks with senior Russian officials Monday and Tuesday but achieved no breakthrough on Ukraine peace negotiations, Secretary of State disclosed
ISW: Moscow tries to trade business deals with Washingtopn for Ukraine’s capitulation, while drones rain down on maternity wards and hospitals
As Russian diplomats discuss commerce, Ukraine endures brutal drone attacks demanding its collapse.
Zelenskyy’s top man Yermak is “bipartisan irritator,” US insiders warn Politico
The Ukrainian President Office chief's abrasive style and vague agendas are testing US support for Ukraine at a fragile moment, sources told Politico.
Trump diplomacy’s new low: Rubio congratulates Russians on Russia Day
Polls show that 3/4 of Russians support Moscow's ongoing colonial war in Ukraine, while Russian "opposition" often repeats the Kremlin's talking points.
US repeats Ukraine-Russia talks mantra despite Russia’s rejection of ceasefires
In a call with the French FM, US State Secretary Rubio again brings up direct talks and diplomatic efforts to end the Russo-Ukrainian war.
FT: Witkoff cancels Moscow trip as Kremlin snubs 22-point US-Ukraine-European-backed ceasefire plan
The cancellation halted what would have been Witkoff’s fifth meeting with Putin since February.
Ukraine’s FM Sybiha meets Rubio, Graham in Antalya ahead of Kyiv-Moscow talks
Sybiha reportedly presented Ukraine’s peace plan to US officials, emphasizing the need for Russian reciprocity.
JD Vance finally admits Russia’s war in Ukraine won’t end soon
Trump’s efforts to end the war by pressuring Ukraine to concede to Russia have so far proven futile.
CNN: US seeks Russia-Ukraine peace deal within Trump’s first 100 days
European official reveals Trump's urgency for Russia-Ukraine war resolution, while Rubio skips London meeting and Trump criticizes Zelenskyy.