Ukrainian soldiers see Trump plan as capitulation, even as they dream of peace

Steve Witkoff, the U.S. special envoy to the Middle East, is set to travel to Moscow as Ukraine-Russia peace talks show promising signs of progress. This visit comes amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict in Ukraine, highlighting the U.S. commitment to facilitating dialogue between the involved parties.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz responded to President Trump's accusations of incompetence regarding fraud in the state, particularly defending the Somali community against Trump's attacks. Walz's comments came during a press interaction where he was questioned about his responsibility for the alleged fraud.

President Donald Trump has invited the families of two National Guard members involved in a shooting incident near the White House to the White House, following the death of 20-year-old Sarah Beckstrom and the critical injury of 24-year-old Andrew Wolfe. The shooting occurred on November 26, 2025, and has prompted widespread mourning and vigils in West Virginia.

Peace negotiations between Ukraine and the U.S. have progressed in Florida following the resignation of Andriy Yermak, with Rustem Umerov now leading Ukraine's diplomatic team. This shift indicates a potential rethinking of Ukraine's previously uncompromising stance in the ongoing conflict with Russia.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and a Ukrainian delegation held a meeting in Florida, described as 'very productive' by both sides, focusing on discussions aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. No specific details were disclosed, and the meeting followed a series of diplomatic efforts to establish a peace framework.

Former CIA Moscow station chief has cautioned that Russian President Vladimir Putin may leverage ongoing negotiations regarding Ukraine to gain a tactical advantage on the battlefield, rather than seeking genuine peace. This warning comes as a Ukrainian delegation engages with top officials from the Trump administration.

President Donald Trump has made a last-minute appeal to Tennessee voters to support Republican candidate Matt Van Epps in the upcoming special election on December 2, while criticizing Democratic candidate Aftyn Behn, claiming she 'hates Christianity.'

President Donald Trump has commuted the prison sentence of David Gentile, a former private equity executive who was convicted of defrauding investors in a $1.6 billion scheme. Gentile had begun serving a seven-year sentence before this decision was made public.