Russian President Vladimir Putin, through his envoy Kirill Dmitriev, has signaled a willingness to consider a ceasefire along the current front line in Ukraine. Dmitriev made this statement in an interview with Fox News during his visit to Washington, where discussions are reportedly underway to resolve the conflict.
Meanwhile, in London, a coalition of countries supporting Ukraine convened for further talks. French President Emmanuel Macron announced France’s readiness to send troops to Ukraine if needed, as well as promises of additional air defense systems and Mirage fighter jets. UK Labour leader Keir Starmer noted an acceleration in missile production to support Ukraine during the winter.
Last night, Russia carried out another large-scale missile and drone strike on Ukrainian territory, targeting Kyiv and Dnipropetrovsk region. Emergency services reported fatalities and injuries among civilians and first responders.
Another central topic is upcoming negotiations involving the US, China, and Russia. A meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping is scheduled, where discussions will address the Russia-Ukraine war. Trump has reiterated his intention to push Putin, with Xi's help, toward ending hostilities, and has also raised the possibility of separate talks with North Korea’s Kim Jong Un. Dmitriev emphasized that Russia is ready to offer Kyiv security guarantees and believes the sides are close to a diplomatic resolution.
Members of the supporting coalition affirmed their commitment to Ukraine, while NATO Secretary General and Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte noted that Russia's resources to continue the war are dwindling. Trump's announcement of new sanctions has already impacted the market values of major Russian companies such as Rosneft and Lukoil. Ukrainian authorities and analysts call for further measures to isolate Russia from the global energy market.
The report closes with an appeal to support a fundraising effort for Ukraine’s 66th Brigade and announcements of further updates on political and military developments.
