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✍️ DC Correspondent covering Eastern Europe | @AmericanU 🎓 | @ForeignPressUSA Board | Posts=personal
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‘Map, Concept’ – Trump Downplays Controversial Peace Plan

As the White House scrambles for damage control and sends an envoy to Moscow next week, Western officials blast the “undisciplined” process as critics warn of a push for a “pro-Russian” deal.

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www.kyivpost.com/post/64987
‘Just A Map’ – Trump Calls Peace Plan ‘Concept’ as Backlash Grows
As the White House scrambles for damage control and sends an envoy to Moscow next week, Western officials blast the “undisciplined” process as critics warn of a push for a “pro-Russian” deal.
www.kyivpost.com
November 26, 2025 at 5:28 AM
JUST NOW!! Congressional Democrats Slam White House for 'Forcing Ukraine into Capitulation' with Peace Deal

Top US lawmakers in security and foreign affairs urge swift course correction, warning that forcing Kyiv into 'unjust surrender' would threaten NATO and global stability.
November 25, 2025 at 6:53 PM
NEW!! Clock Runs Out on Trump’s Pre-Holiday Ukraine Breakthrough

Scheduling conflicts and a bruising party schism hobble urgent push to end war. Critics say botched rollout has handed “invaluable political intelligence” to Putin’s Kremlin

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www.kyivpost.com/post/64901
Peace on Hold: Clock Runs Out on Trump’s Pre-Holiday Ukraine Breakthrough
Scheduling conflicts and a bruising party schism hobble urgent push to end war. Critics say botched rollout has handed “invaluable political intelligence” to Putin’s Kremlin
www.kyivpost.com
November 25, 2025 at 3:07 AM
NEW!! US, Ukraine Tout ‘Peace Framework,’ as Rubio Lowers Temperature on Deadline After Geneva Talks

As one diplomat put it when describing the outcome of today’s talks: “Progress, yes. Breakthrough, maybe. But peace? Still a very long road ahead.”

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www.kyivpost.com/post/64823
US, Ukraine Tout ‘Peace Framework,’ as Rubio Lowers Temperature on Deadline After Geneva Talks
After “highly productive” talks in Geneva, Kyiv and Washington are aligned, but the proposal is now on a collision course with Moscow’s hard line.
www.kyivpost.com
November 24, 2025 at 1:41 AM
NEW!! Russian ‘Wish List’: Rubio, Senators Duel Over ‘Peace Proposal’ as US Policy Fractures

Diplomats, russia strategists warn Washington’s clashing messages on Ukraine peace mark a “chaotic rupture” that risks strengthening Moscow’s hand.

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www.kyivpost.com/post/64792
Russian ‘Wish List’: Rubio, Senators Duel Over ‘Peace Proposal’ as US Policy Fractures
Speaking to Kyiv Post, diplomats, Russia strategists warn Washington’s clashing messages on Ukraine peace mark a “chaotic rupture” that risks strengthening Moscow’s hand
www.kyivpost.com
November 23, 2025 at 5:08 AM
NEW!! Trump’s High-Pressure ‘Peace’ Ultimatum Leaves Allies Cornered, Congress Furious

Lawmakers, foreign-policy veterans call the latest proposal “a hot mess”, accusing the Trump administration of appeasing Moscow.

www.kyivpost.com/post/64750
‘Thursday Is It’ – Trump’s High-Pressure ‘Russian Peace’ Ultimatum Leaves Allies Cornered, Congress Furious
Lawmakers, foreign-policy veterans call the latest proposal “a hot mess”, accusing the Trump administration of appeasing Moscow.
www.kyivpost.com
November 22, 2025 at 2:06 AM
One-point 💯 peace plan… 👇🏻
November 21, 2025 at 5:12 AM
NEW!!! Witkoff-Dmitriev “peace plan” is NOT new. According to sources, the document closely resembles the same russian draft that derailed planned Budapest meetings last month – the one Rubio rejected outright.

READ 👇🏻 www.kyivpost.com/post/64660
Inside Trump Admin’s Quiet Push for Peace Plan That Smells Like Moscow
Revelations of a Russia-friendly proposal ignite infighting in Trump’s foreign-policy team and rattle Kyiv and European allies.
www.kyivpost.com
November 21, 2025 at 3:42 AM
NEW!! White House Scrambles to Quell Rumors of Russia-Friendly Donbas Proposal

US and European leaders deny backing for the alleged plan as Secretary of State Marco Rubio urges a renewed push for practical, good-faith negotiations.

READ 👇 kyivpost.com/post/64561
White House Scrambles to Quell Rumors of Russia-Friendly Donbas Proposal
US and European leaders deny backing for the alleged plan as Secretary of State Marco Rubio urges a renewed push for practical, good-faith negotiations.
kyivpost.com
November 20, 2025 at 2:58 AM
THIS!!! russia cyber-crime 'launch pad' hit by unprecedented TRIPLE sanctions from US, UK, Australia

Western allies move to dismantle 'bulletproof hosting' services like Media Land accused of powering Lockbit and other attacks, alongside fresh action against sanctions evaders
November 19, 2025 at 2:10 PM
SCOOP!!! U.S. Approves $105m Patriot Upgrade Package for Ukraine

State Dept greenlights major sustainment deal, including enhanced M903 launchers, spare parts, and training, to bolster Kyiv's air defence capabilities against current and future threats.

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November 18, 2025 at 9:07 PM
NEW!! Baltic Countdown: Estonia Warns russia Will Return With More Troops, Equipment in ‘Two to Three Years or Less’

Estonia’s top diplomat delivered chilling intel assessment on Moscow’s military reform, and more. READ 👇

kyivpost.com/post/64408
Baltic Countdown: Estonia Warns Russia Will Return With More Troops, Equipment in ‘Two Years or Less’
Estonia’s top diplomat Margus Tsahkna delivers chilling intelligence assessment on Moscow’s military reform, demanding a ‘shoot them down’ deterrence standard for airspace violations.
kyivpost.com
November 18, 2025 at 5:40 AM
NEW!! ODIHR says 🇬🇪 “russian dream”s new laws on assembly are a no-go. They don't meet the international requirements for protecting protest rights.

When international law is flexing, you know the situation is serious.

#StandWithGeorgianPEOPLE

www.osce.org/odihr/601503
November 17, 2025 at 4:41 AM
Reposted by Alex Raufoglu
US Treasury issues multiple licenses – including a critical deadline extension – that critics say signal a reluctant, selective approach to punishing Moscow’s energy sector.

www.kyivpost.com/post/64292
‘More Bark Than Bite’ – White House Accused of Watering Down Russia Oil Sanctions With Lukoil Concession
US Treasury issues multiple licenses – including a critical deadline extension – that critics say signal a reluctant, selective approach to punishing Moscow’s energy sector.
www.kyivpost.com
November 16, 2025 at 12:02 PM
NEW!!! Sanctions Squeeze: Is Washington Really Out of Options Against russia?

Rubio suggests US has exhausted its options against the Kremlin, but @atlanticcouncil.bsky.social's Kimberly Donovan says Trump admin still holds significant untapped economic weapons

READ 👉 kyivpost.com/post/64258
Sanctions Squeeze: Is Washington Really Out of Options Against Russia?
Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggests US has exhausted its options against the Kremlin, but a leading analyst tells Kyiv Post the administration still holds significant untapped economic weapons
kyivpost.com
November 15, 2025 at 3:50 AM
Reposted by Alex Raufoglu
US Secretary of State Rubio underscores Washington’s focus on defensive aid to protect Ukraine’s energy grid, telling Kyiv Post’s Alex Raufoglu that Russia seeks to undermine Ukraine’s morale and will to fight.

www.kyivpost.com/post/64129
November 13, 2025 at 8:23 AM
Pacific Cold Signal: Russian Intel Ship Lingered Off Honolulu Last Month, US Confirms

US Coast Guard says it shadowed the Kareliya as Western diplomats ponder whether to link Pacific ‘flex’ to a coordinated uptick in Russian probing activities from Hawaii to Europe

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Pacific Cold Signal: Russian Intel Ship Lingered Off Honolulu Last Month, US Confirms
US Coast Guard says it shadowed the Kareliya as Western diplomats ponder whether to link the Pacific ‘flex’ to a coordinated uptick in Russian probing activities from Hawaii to Europe.
www.kyivpost.com
November 14, 2025 at 3:32 AM
Reposted by Alex Raufoglu
Secretary of State Marco Rubio, in response to Kyiv Post’s questions, branded border violations as “provocations” and reaffirmed a “strong commitment” to NATO defense.

www.kyivpost.com/post/64131
Escalation Danger: US Warns Russia Over ‘Counterproductive’ Incursions in Eastern Europe
Secretary of State Marco Rubio branded border violations as “provocations” but reaffirmed a “strong commitment” to NATO defense — raising fears of a broader conflict spark.
www.kyivpost.com
November 13, 2025 at 8:03 AM
EXCLUSIVE!! Trump Admin Pushes to Weaken Ukraine Resolution on russian Occupation at UN, Sources Tell @kyivpost.com

Western allies warn White House push to strip references to “territorial integrity” and “aggression” will undermine international consensus

kyivpost.com/post/63999
Trump Administration Pushes to Weaken Ukraine Resolution on Russian Occupation at UN, Sources Tell Kyiv Post
Western allies warn White House push to strip references to “territorial integrity” and “aggression” will undermine the international consensus.
kyivpost.com
November 11, 2025 at 6:10 AM
‘Swap Mush for Steel’ – Lithuania Urges NATO to End Era of ‘Self-Deterrence’ Against russia

Lithuania’s top diplomat says Western restraint only invites more aggression, arguing the only thing Moscow understands is overwhelming force and funding.

kyivpost.com/post/63992
‘Swap Mush for Steel’ – Lithuania Urges NATO to End Era of ‘Self-Deterrence’ Against Russia
Lithuania’s Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys says Western restraint only invites more aggression, arguing the only thing Moscow understands is overwhelming force and funding.
kyivpost.com
November 11, 2025 at 2:40 AM
NEW!! ‘Nothing Indefinite’ – Ambiguity Clouds Trump-Orbán Energy Waiver Following Warm White House Meeting

Orbán's minister insists exemption from US sanctions is ‘permanent’ as officials in Washington scramble to roll back the indefinite claim.

READ 👉 www.kyivpost.com/post/63899
‘Nothing Indefinite’ – Ambiguity Clouds Trump-Orbán Energy Waiver Following Warm White House Meeting
Hungarian Foreign Minister insists exemption from US sanctions is ‘permanent’ as officials in Washington scramble to roll back the indefinite claim.
www.kyivpost.com
November 9, 2025 at 3:43 AM
NEW! Art of Loophole: Trump Gives Pass to Orbán’s Russia Reliance in Major Blow to Sanctions Strategy

Hungary secures one-year exemption for critical oil and gas pipelines. Critics denounce move as a betrayal that funnels billions to the Kremlin

READ 👉 www.kyivpost.com/post/63872
November 8, 2025 at 2:42 AM
NEW!! ‘Way Down’ – Trump Hails Drop in Russian Oil Exports Ahead of Orbán Visit

US Treasury tightens its grip on Russian revenue by sinking a major asset deal hours before the Hungarian PM arrives seeking an exemption for Budapest.

READ www.kyivpost.com/post/63802
‘Way Down’ – Trump Hails Drop in Russian Oil Exports Ahead of Orbán Visit
US Treasury Department tightens its grip on Russian revenue by sinking a major asset deal hours before the Hungarian Prime Minister arrives seeking an exemption for Budapest.
www.kyivpost.com
November 7, 2025 at 2:37 AM
SCOOP!! Bipartisan Group of 20 Congress Member Urges Pentagon to Reverse Romania Troop Withdrawal

Leading Democrats and Republicans warn Hegseth that removing 700 troops from NATO’s eastern flank 'undermines' hope for Ukrainian peace 'on Ukraine’s terms'. 👇🏻
November 6, 2025 at 9:14 PM
THIS!! Eastern Mediterranean Energy Bloc Condemns russia's War Finance Tactics

U.S, Cyprus, Greece, and Israel Vow to Reduce Reliance on 'Malign Actors' and Target Russian Attempts to Circumvent Oil Sanctions in New Energy Cooperation Push.

Joint Statement 👇
November 6, 2025 at 5:56 PM