Overview
- Russia launched one of its biggest recent barrages with nearly 500 drones and about 40 missiles, hitting Kyiv’s energy and civilian infrastructure, causing outages and casualties, according to Ukrainian officials.
- The meeting at Mar-a-Lago is scheduled for Sunday afternoon, with Trump saying any agreement requires his approval, while Zelenskyy describes the draft as roughly 90% complete and the U.S.-Ukraine security guarantees as almost ready.
- Core disputes include control of parts of Donbas and the future of the Russian-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, with Kyiv seeking enforceable, long-duration guarantees and Moscow demanding territorial withdrawals.
- Russian officials said Kyiv’s version of the plan differs from what was discussed with Washington, and Putin warned Russia would pursue its goals by force if necessary, underscoring uncertainty over any near-term settlement.
- Canada pledged an additional $2.5 billion in economic assistance and European leaders voiced support for Zelenskyy’s push, while he reiterated readiness to seek a national referendum if Russia first agrees to a roughly 60-day ceasefire.