Trump’s new 28-point plan: What does it want Ukraine to concede to Putin?

US non-farm payrolls increased by 119,000 in September, exceeding forecasts after a surprising job loss in August. The unemployment rate remained steady at 4.4%. This growth indicates a rebound in the job market despite previous setbacks.

The US job market added 119,000 jobs in September, surpassing analysts' expectations of 51,000. The report, delayed by a federal government shutdown, shows that the unemployment rate remained steady at 4.4%. This stronger-than-anticipated job growth indicates resilience in the US economy amid ongoing uncertainties.

European officials have expressed that any peace plan for Ukraine must receive approval from Kyiv, emphasizing that the conflict should not conclude with a Ukrainian capitulation. This stance reflects ongoing concerns regarding the implications of proposed concessions in peace negotiations.

President Trump has signed the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which requires the Justice Department to release all unclassified documents related to Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days. This legislation follows a near-unanimous vote in Congress, reflecting bipartisan support for transparency regarding Epstein's case. The move comes amid ongoing scrutiny of Trump's past associations with Epstein.

US and Russian officials have drafted a plan to end the Ukraine war that requires Kyiv to cede territory and significantly reduce its military forces. This proposal is likely to be perceived as a capitulation by Ukraine, facing opposition from the EU. Additionally, Donald Trump has signed a bill to release more documents related to Jeffrey Epstein.

South Africa has accused the US of 'coercion by absentia' following the announcement that the US would boycott the G20 meeting in Johannesburg. The US stated that no final statement could be issued without its presence and that the summit's priorities conflicted with its policy views. This marks the first G20 summit to be held in Africa, scheduled for November 22-23, 2025.

Sudan's ongoing conflict has led to significant displacement and a struggle for control over the nation's vast oil, gold, and agricultural resources. The humanitarian crisis continues to escalate, affecting millions of people amid widespread violence and instability.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to meet with U.S. Army Secretary after a draft plan to end the war in Ukraine was created by U.S. and Russian officials. The plan, developed by Trump envoy Steve Witkoff and Kremlin adviser Kirill Dmitriev, reportedly imposes severe restrictions on Ukraine. In a related development, Ukraine received the remains of 1,000 soldiers from Russia, marking a rare instance of cooperation between the two nations.