Russia attacked Kyiv with missiles, drones, killing 7

On November 25, 2025, Russia launched a massive overnight barrage on Kyiv, deploying over 460 drones and 22 missiles in what Ukrainian officials described as a deliberate terror campaign targeting the capital's energy infrastructure and civilian life. The attack claimed the lives of 7 civilians and injured 21 others. It was the second major strike on Kyiv this month, which struck multiple districts, igniting fires in residential buildings and a supermarket warehouse, while shattering windows and causing widespread blackouts and heating disruptions.

Ukrainian air defenses intercepted most threats, downing 22 missiles and 464 drones, but the vast volume overwhelmed parts of the system, with explosions echoing through the night and forcing residents into shelters. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attack as "brutal" and aimed at "everything that keeps normal life going," highlighting its timing just hours after U.S.-brokered peace talks in Switzerland.

Russian forces attacked Dnipro, injuring a young woman and her child

Russian forces struck the city of Dnipro on the afternoon of November 25, injuring a young woman and a four-year-old child, according to regional authorities.

“Two people were injured in Dnipro as a result of a drone attack – a young woman and a child. They have been taken to hospital,” the head of the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast Military Administration reported.

The strike damaged a four-storey residential building and a power line.

Mykola Lukashuk, head of the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast Council, confirmed that the victims are a 21-year-old woman and a four-year-old girl. Both are currently receiving medical treatment.

The initial 28-point peace plan was cut down after talks; the new draft includes the right elements, - Zelensky

President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed in his nightly address on November 24 that the U.S.-proposed peace framework unveiled last week has been reduced from its original 28 points following negotiations in Geneva.

The revised draft is now “more aligned with Ukraine’s position,” he said.

“As of now, after Geneva, there are fewer points — no longer 28 — and many of the right elements have been taken into account in this framework,” Zelensky said.

The original 28-point plan, prepared by the Trump administration and drafted by U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff in coordination with Kremlin envoy Kirill Dmitriev, drew widespread criticism in Ukraine and Europe. Key provisions were viewed as heavily tilted toward Russia, including demands for territorial concessions and restrictions on Ukraine’s military and international alliances.

According to an earlier Financial Times, negotiators from the U.S., Ukraine, and Europe reduced the plan to 19 points during talks in Geneva.

Zelensky did not disclose the exact number of points now included or specify what had changed. He described the process of working toward a final version as “very difficult,” noting that several “sensitive issues” would be addressed directly in discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump.

“We care about Ukraine’s interests and protect Ukrainians — this is our key framework for negotiations,” Zelensky said. “I thank everyone who stands with Ukraine and is doing everything to ensure Ukraine’s success,” he added.

Earlier on November 24, Parliament Speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk reiterated that Ukraine will never recognize Russia’s occupation or accept limits on the size of its armed forces or its alliances, calling these “red lines” that cannot be crossed.