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Kyiv Independent Telegram Highlights Thread
⚡️Zelensky, Macron to hold talks on 'durable peace' (kyivindependent.com/zelensky-mac...) in Paris Dec 1.
The leaders will discuss "the conditions of a just and durable peace" in Ukraine, according to French President Emmanuel Macron's office.
⚡️Zelensky, Macron to hold talks on 'durable peace' (kyivindependent.com/zelensky-mac...) in Paris Dec 1.
The leaders will discuss "the conditions of a just and durable peace" in Ukraine, according to French President Emmanuel Macron's office.
Zelensky, Macron to hold talks on 'durable peace' in Paris Dec. 1
The leaders will discuss "the conditions of a just and durable peace" in Ukraine, according to French President Emmanuel Macron's office.
kyivindependent.com
November 30, 2025 at 11:28 AM
Kyiv Independent Telegram Highlights Thread
⚡️Zelensky, Macron to hold talks on 'durable peace' (kyivindependent.com/zelensky-mac...) in Paris Dec 1.
The leaders will discuss "the conditions of a just and durable peace" in Ukraine, according to French President Emmanuel Macron's office.
⚡️Zelensky, Macron to hold talks on 'durable peace' (kyivindependent.com/zelensky-mac...) in Paris Dec 1.
The leaders will discuss "the conditions of a just and durable peace" in Ukraine, according to French President Emmanuel Macron's office.
UNITED24 Media Telegram Highlights Thread
❗️A record 40% of Russia’s 2026 budget will go to the military and security forces. In monetary terms, the sector will receive $166 billion — the largest military spending since the Soviet era. Putin has approved the federal budget for next >>
❗️A record 40% of Russia’s 2026 budget will go to the military and security forces. In monetary terms, the sector will receive $166 billion — the largest military spending since the Soviet era. Putin has approved the federal budget for next >>
November 30, 2025 at 11:28 AM
UNITED24 Media Telegram Highlights Thread
❗️A record 40% of Russia’s 2026 budget will go to the military and security forces. In monetary terms, the sector will receive $166 billion — the largest military spending since the Soviet era. Putin has approved the federal budget for next >>
❗️A record 40% of Russia’s 2026 budget will go to the military and security forces. In monetary terms, the sector will receive $166 billion — the largest military spending since the Soviet era. Putin has approved the federal budget for next >>
Kyiv Post Telegram Highlight
The Ukrainian delegation is already on its way to the United States, and the next few days could bring agreed steps toward a dignified end to the war — Zelensky
He noted that dialogue with Washington based on the Geneva >>
The Ukrainian delegation is already on its way to the United States, and the next few days could bring agreed steps toward a dignified end to the war — Zelensky
He noted that dialogue with Washington based on the Geneva >>
November 30, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Kyiv Post Telegram Highlight
The Ukrainian delegation is already on its way to the United States, and the next few days could bring agreed steps toward a dignified end to the war — Zelensky
He noted that dialogue with Washington based on the Geneva >>
The Ukrainian delegation is already on its way to the United States, and the next few days could bring agreed steps toward a dignified end to the war — Zelensky
He noted that dialogue with Washington based on the Geneva >>
Live: Ukraine Telegram Highlights
North Korea will introduce mandatory Russian-language instruction in schools.
North Korean pupils will begin studying Russian starting from the fourth grade. The launch date of the program has not been disclosed. >>
North Korea will introduce mandatory Russian-language instruction in schools.
North Korean pupils will begin studying Russian starting from the fourth grade. The launch date of the program has not been disclosed. >>
November 30, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Live: Ukraine Telegram Highlights
North Korea will introduce mandatory Russian-language instruction in schools.
North Korean pupils will begin studying Russian starting from the fourth grade. The launch date of the program has not been disclosed. >>
North Korea will introduce mandatory Russian-language instruction in schools.
North Korean pupils will begin studying Russian starting from the fourth grade. The launch date of the program has not been disclosed. >>
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⚡️ WAR IN UKRAINE & RUSSIA — NOV 30, 2025 (2/2)
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■ Visually confirmed: 98 🇷🇺 : 23 🇺🇦 (incl. older 🇷🇺 losses) — 0.7× in the last 30 days
■ Triple-digit overnight attacks, incl. 2 x Iskander-M; good interception
■ 🇷🇺 strikes below average; six 🇺🇦 strikes reported
📈 lookerstudio.google.com/s/n8zmazZi85w
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■ Visually confirmed: 98 🇷🇺 : 23 🇺🇦 (incl. older 🇷🇺 losses) — 0.7× in the last 30 days
■ Triple-digit overnight attacks, incl. 2 x Iskander-M; good interception
■ 🇷🇺 strikes below average; six 🇺🇦 strikes reported
📈 lookerstudio.google.com/s/n8zmazZi85w
November 30, 2025 at 8:50 AM
⚡️ WAR IN UKRAINE & RUSSIA — NOV 30, 2025 (2/2)
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■ Visually confirmed: 98 🇷🇺 : 23 🇺🇦 (incl. older 🇷🇺 losses) — 0.7× in the last 30 days
■ Triple-digit overnight attacks, incl. 2 x Iskander-M; good interception
■ 🇷🇺 strikes below average; six 🇺🇦 strikes reported
📈 lookerstudio.google.com/s/n8zmazZi85w
...
■ Visually confirmed: 98 🇷🇺 : 23 🇺🇦 (incl. older 🇷🇺 losses) — 0.7× in the last 30 days
■ Triple-digit overnight attacks, incl. 2 x Iskander-M; good interception
■ 🇷🇺 strikes below average; six 🇺🇦 strikes reported
📈 lookerstudio.google.com/s/n8zmazZi85w
understandingwar.org/research/rus...
Key Takeaways Thread
Russian state media is leveraging Putin’s recent statements to intensify the false narrative that the frontline in Ukraine will imminently collapse, likely in an effort to coerce the West and Ukraine into capitulating to >>
Key Takeaways Thread
Russian state media is leveraging Putin’s recent statements to intensify the false narrative that the frontline in Ukraine will imminently collapse, likely in an effort to coerce the West and Ukraine into capitulating to >>
Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, November 29, 2025
Russian state media is leveraging Putin's recent statements to intensify the false narrative that the Ukrainian frontline will soon collapse
understandingwar.org
November 30, 2025 at 11:08 AM
understandingwar.org/research/rus...
Key Takeaways Thread
Russian state media is leveraging Putin’s recent statements to intensify the false narrative that the frontline in Ukraine will imminently collapse, likely in an effort to coerce the West and Ukraine into capitulating to >>
Key Takeaways Thread
Russian state media is leveraging Putin’s recent statements to intensify the false narrative that the frontline in Ukraine will imminently collapse, likely in an effort to coerce the West and Ukraine into capitulating to >>
Kyiv Independent Telegram Highlights Thread
⚡️BREAKING: Zelensky's chief of staff Yermak resigns amid major corruption scandal.
Andriy Yermak, head of the President's Office, submitted his resignation following searches by the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) at his premises >>
⚡️BREAKING: Zelensky's chief of staff Yermak resigns amid major corruption scandal.
Andriy Yermak, head of the President's Office, submitted his resignation following searches by the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) at his premises >>
Zelensky's chief of staff Yermak resigns amid Ukraine's biggest corruption scandal
Andriy Yermak, head of the President's Office, submitted his resignation following searches by the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) at his premises earlier on Nov. 28, President Volodymyr Zelens...
kyivindependent.com
November 29, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Kyiv Independent Telegram Highlights Thread
⚡️BREAKING: Zelensky's chief of staff Yermak resigns amid major corruption scandal.
Andriy Yermak, head of the President's Office, submitted his resignation following searches by the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) at his premises >>
⚡️BREAKING: Zelensky's chief of staff Yermak resigns amid major corruption scandal.
Andriy Yermak, head of the President's Office, submitted his resignation following searches by the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) at his premises >>
UNITED24 Media Telegram Highlights Thread
Russia expects to receive an updated draft of the “peace” plan for Ukraine before the arrival of the American delegation in Moscow next week, Kremlin spokesman Peskov said.
Peskov also confirmed that Russia is negotiating only >>
Russia expects to receive an updated draft of the “peace” plan for Ukraine before the arrival of the American delegation in Moscow next week, Kremlin spokesman Peskov said.
Peskov also confirmed that Russia is negotiating only >>
November 29, 2025 at 11:13 AM
UNITED24 Media Telegram Highlights Thread
Russia expects to receive an updated draft of the “peace” plan for Ukraine before the arrival of the American delegation in Moscow next week, Kremlin spokesman Peskov said.
Peskov also confirmed that Russia is negotiating only >>
Russia expects to receive an updated draft of the “peace” plan for Ukraine before the arrival of the American delegation in Moscow next week, Kremlin spokesman Peskov said.
Peskov also confirmed that Russia is negotiating only >>
Kyiv Post Telegram Highlights Thread
The US is READY to recognize Russia’s control over Crimea and other occupied territories as part of a potential agreement — The Telegraph >>
The US is READY to recognize Russia’s control over Crimea and other occupied territories as part of a potential agreement — The Telegraph >>
‘Everyone Wants to Bring It Onto a Peaceful Track’: Kremlin Says Received Geneva-Fine-Tuned Peace Plan
Moscow confirms it received US-Ukraine peace plan parameters, but deep divisions remain: Ukraine refuses to cede territory, and Putin argues peace talks cannot legally move forward.
www.kyivpost.com
November 29, 2025 at 11:13 AM
Kyiv Post Telegram Highlights Thread
The US is READY to recognize Russia’s control over Crimea and other occupied territories as part of a potential agreement — The Telegraph >>
The US is READY to recognize Russia’s control over Crimea and other occupied territories as part of a potential agreement — The Telegraph >>
Live: Ukraine Telegram Highlights Thread
🇪🇺The EU has commented on the searches conducted at the home of Andriy Yermak, the head of the Ukrainian President’s Office. Officials say that any such investigation shows that the country’s anti-corruption bodies are functioning. >>
🇪🇺The EU has commented on the searches conducted at the home of Andriy Yermak, the head of the Ukrainian President’s Office. Officials say that any such investigation shows that the country’s anti-corruption bodies are functioning. >>
November 29, 2025 at 11:13 AM
Live: Ukraine Telegram Highlights Thread
🇪🇺The EU has commented on the searches conducted at the home of Andriy Yermak, the head of the Ukrainian President’s Office. Officials say that any such investigation shows that the country’s anti-corruption bodies are functioning. >>
🇪🇺The EU has commented on the searches conducted at the home of Andriy Yermak, the head of the Ukrainian President’s Office. Officials say that any such investigation shows that the country’s anti-corruption bodies are functioning. >>
understandingwar.org/research/rus...
Key Takeaways Thread
The frontline in Ukraine is not facing imminent collapse despite recent Russian gains and Kremlin assertions.
Key Takeaways Thread
The frontline in Ukraine is not facing imminent collapse despite recent Russian gains and Kremlin assertions.
Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, November 28, 2025
The frontline in Ukraine is not facing imminent collapse despite recent Russian gains and Kremlin assertions.
understandingwar.org
November 29, 2025 at 10:37 AM
understandingwar.org/research/rus...
Key Takeaways Thread
The frontline in Ukraine is not facing imminent collapse despite recent Russian gains and Kremlin assertions.
Key Takeaways Thread
The frontline in Ukraine is not facing imminent collapse despite recent Russian gains and Kremlin assertions.
Kyiv Independent Telegram Highlights Thread
⚡️ Putin refuses to budge on territorial demands in Ukraine ahead of Witkoff's Moscow visit.
Putin reiterated that the U.S. peace plan could serve as the basis for future agreements, adding that the text needs further discussion.
⚡️ Putin refuses to budge on territorial demands in Ukraine ahead of Witkoff's Moscow visit.
Putin reiterated that the U.S. peace plan could serve as the basis for future agreements, adding that the text needs further discussion.
Putin demands Ukrainian troops withdraw before ceasefire, as Witkoff set to visit Moscow
Putin reiterated that the U.S. peace plan could serve as the basis for future agreements, adding that the text needs further discussion.
kyivindependent.com
November 28, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Kyiv Independent Telegram Highlights Thread
⚡️ Putin refuses to budge on territorial demands in Ukraine ahead of Witkoff's Moscow visit.
Putin reiterated that the U.S. peace plan could serve as the basis for future agreements, adding that the text needs further discussion.
⚡️ Putin refuses to budge on territorial demands in Ukraine ahead of Witkoff's Moscow visit.
Putin reiterated that the U.S. peace plan could serve as the basis for future agreements, adding that the text needs further discussion.
UNITED24 Media Telegram Highlights Thread
The Russian Foreign Ministry announced that Russia is withdrawing its consent for the operation of the last Polish Consulate General in Irkutsk. This decision was made in response to a similar step taken by Poland.
The Russian Foreign Ministry announced that Russia is withdrawing its consent for the operation of the last Polish Consulate General in Irkutsk. This decision was made in response to a similar step taken by Poland.
November 28, 2025 at 12:54 PM
UNITED24 Media Telegram Highlights Thread
The Russian Foreign Ministry announced that Russia is withdrawing its consent for the operation of the last Polish Consulate General in Irkutsk. This decision was made in response to a similar step taken by Poland.
The Russian Foreign Ministry announced that Russia is withdrawing its consent for the operation of the last Polish Consulate General in Irkutsk. This decision was made in response to a similar step taken by Poland.
Kyiv Post Telegram Highlights Thrad
Europe is now seriously considering what was once unthinkable: a retaliatory response against Russia, Politico reports.
Following a series of Russian provocations — including drone incursions, GPS jamming, and acts of sabotage — the EU is >>
Europe is now seriously considering what was once unthinkable: a retaliatory response against Russia, Politico reports.
Following a series of Russian provocations — including drone incursions, GPS jamming, and acts of sabotage — the EU is >>
November 28, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Kyiv Post Telegram Highlights Thrad
Europe is now seriously considering what was once unthinkable: a retaliatory response against Russia, Politico reports.
Following a series of Russian provocations — including drone incursions, GPS jamming, and acts of sabotage — the EU is >>
Europe is now seriously considering what was once unthinkable: a retaliatory response against Russia, Politico reports.
Following a series of Russian provocations — including drone incursions, GPS jamming, and acts of sabotage — the EU is >>
Live: Ukraine Telegram Highlights Thread
🇧🇪Belgium has found a new reason to block the EU plan to transfer frozen Russian assets to Ukraine.
Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever says using frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine could undermine a future peace agreement.
Brussels >>
🇧🇪Belgium has found a new reason to block the EU plan to transfer frozen Russian assets to Ukraine.
Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever says using frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine could undermine a future peace agreement.
Brussels >>
November 28, 2025 at 12:53 PM
Live: Ukraine Telegram Highlights Thread
🇧🇪Belgium has found a new reason to block the EU plan to transfer frozen Russian assets to Ukraine.
Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever says using frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine could undermine a future peace agreement.
Brussels >>
🇧🇪Belgium has found a new reason to block the EU plan to transfer frozen Russian assets to Ukraine.
Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever says using frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine could undermine a future peace agreement.
Brussels >>
No ISW production yesterday because of Thanksgiving.
November 28, 2025 at 8:48 AM
No ISW production yesterday because of Thanksgiving.
Kyiv Independent Telegram Highlights Thread
⚡️As winter nears, Russia advances in two hotspots on Ukraine’s eastern front, DeepState says
Russian forces completed the capture of two villages, Promin in Donetsk Oblast, and Vysoke in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, the Ukrainian >>
⚡️As winter nears, Russia advances in two hotspots on Ukraine’s eastern front, DeepState says
Russian forces completed the capture of two villages, Promin in Donetsk Oblast, and Vysoke in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, the Ukrainian >>
Russian forces occupy 2 villages in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia oblasts, DeepState reports
Promin in Donetsk Oblast and Vysoke in Zapoirzhzhia Oblast were reported taken, the analytical and mapping group reported on Nov. 26.
kyivindependent.com
November 27, 2025 at 11:26 AM
Kyiv Independent Telegram Highlights Thread
⚡️As winter nears, Russia advances in two hotspots on Ukraine’s eastern front, DeepState says
Russian forces completed the capture of two villages, Promin in Donetsk Oblast, and Vysoke in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, the Ukrainian >>
⚡️As winter nears, Russia advances in two hotspots on Ukraine’s eastern front, DeepState says
Russian forces completed the capture of two villages, Promin in Donetsk Oblast, and Vysoke in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, the Ukrainian >>
UNITED24 Media Telegram Highlights Thread
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Ryabkov said that Russia is not ready to publicly discuss the details of the so-called peace plan for resolving the war in Ukraine.
He stressed that there can be no concessions or any retreat >>
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Ryabkov said that Russia is not ready to publicly discuss the details of the so-called peace plan for resolving the war in Ukraine.
He stressed that there can be no concessions or any retreat >>
November 27, 2025 at 11:25 AM
UNITED24 Media Telegram Highlights Thread
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Ryabkov said that Russia is not ready to publicly discuss the details of the so-called peace plan for resolving the war in Ukraine.
He stressed that there can be no concessions or any retreat >>
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Ryabkov said that Russia is not ready to publicly discuss the details of the so-called peace plan for resolving the war in Ukraine.
He stressed that there can be no concessions or any retreat >>
Kyiv Post Telegram Highlights Thread
Russia said that ongoing talks to end the war in Ukraine were “serious”, (www.kyivpost.com/post/65072) after earlier welcoming parts of a new US plan to halt the deadliest fighting in Europe since World War II.
Russia said that ongoing talks to end the war in Ukraine were “serious”, (www.kyivpost.com/post/65072) after earlier welcoming parts of a new US plan to halt the deadliest fighting in Europe since World War II.
Russia Says Talks on Ending Ukraine War ‘Serious’, After New US Plan
A deal was still a long way off, Russian officials warned, with US President Donald Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff due in Moscow next week for further talks.
www.kyivpost.com
November 27, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Kyiv Post Telegram Highlights Thread
Russia said that ongoing talks to end the war in Ukraine were “serious”, (www.kyivpost.com/post/65072) after earlier welcoming parts of a new US plan to halt the deadliest fighting in Europe since World War II.
Russia said that ongoing talks to end the war in Ukraine were “serious”, (www.kyivpost.com/post/65072) after earlier welcoming parts of a new US plan to halt the deadliest fighting in Europe since World War II.
Live: Ukraine Telegram Highlights Thread
The United States warned European partners about Russia’s expanding missile arsenal while pushing its “peace plan”, The New York Times reports, citing sources.
Lead U.S. negotiator Daniel Driscoll told European diplomats >>
The United States warned European partners about Russia’s expanding missile arsenal while pushing its “peace plan”, The New York Times reports, citing sources.
Lead U.S. negotiator Daniel Driscoll told European diplomats >>
November 27, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Live: Ukraine Telegram Highlights Thread
The United States warned European partners about Russia’s expanding missile arsenal while pushing its “peace plan”, The New York Times reports, citing sources.
Lead U.S. negotiator Daniel Driscoll told European diplomats >>
The United States warned European partners about Russia’s expanding missile arsenal while pushing its “peace plan”, The New York Times reports, citing sources.
Lead U.S. negotiator Daniel Driscoll told European diplomats >>
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⚡️ WAR IN UKRAINE & RUSSIA — NOV 27, 2025 (2/2)
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■ Triple-digit aerial attacks overnight, all drones; 18 locations affected, interception rate could be better
■ Fewer MLRS strikes; seven 🇺🇦 strikes reported
📈 See dashboard for full data:
lookerstudio.google.com/s/poKXOd1HJMg
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■ Triple-digit aerial attacks overnight, all drones; 18 locations affected, interception rate could be better
■ Fewer MLRS strikes; seven 🇺🇦 strikes reported
📈 See dashboard for full data:
lookerstudio.google.com/s/poKXOd1HJMg
November 27, 2025 at 7:30 AM
⚡️ WAR IN UKRAINE & RUSSIA — NOV 27, 2025 (2/2)
...
■ Triple-digit aerial attacks overnight, all drones; 18 locations affected, interception rate could be better
■ Fewer MLRS strikes; seven 🇺🇦 strikes reported
📈 See dashboard for full data:
lookerstudio.google.com/s/poKXOd1HJMg
...
■ Triple-digit aerial attacks overnight, all drones; 18 locations affected, interception rate could be better
■ Fewer MLRS strikes; seven 🇺🇦 strikes reported
📈 See dashboard for full data:
lookerstudio.google.com/s/poKXOd1HJMg