Approaching his self-imposed deadline, US President Trump made a concession.

Trump stated during an interview aboard the presidential aircraft “Air Force One” on November 25 that he would no longer set a deadline for Ukraine to accept the Russia-Ukraine “peace plan.”

“For me, the ‘deadline’ is when everything is over. I think everyone is tired of the conflict at this moment,” Trump said. Previously, he had indicated that November 27 was the final deadline for Ukraine to accept the “peace plan.”

Trump also mentioned that US negotiators had made progress in talks with Russia and Ukraine, and that Moscow had agreed to make some compromises.

As of the 26th, Russia stated it had not yet formally received the “peace plan” proposed by the United States. Multiple senior Russian officials, including Presidential Assistant Ushakov, Presidential Press Secretary Peskov, and Deputy Foreign Minister Ryabkov, made statements regarding the “peace plan” on the same day.

On the 25th, Trump posted on social media that he would send US Middle East envoy Witkoff to Moscow to meet with Russian President Putin in hopes of finalizing a peace plan aimed at ending the Ukraine crisis.

Trump wrote that the 28-point new plan drafted by the US had been “fine-tuned,” with only a few remaining points of disagreement. US Army Secretary Driscoll would also meet with Ukrainian representatives. He looked forward to meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and Putin soon, but only if an agreement to “end this war” had been finalized or was in its final stages.

Meanwhile, Russia, as a party involved, had still not formally received the “peace plan” proposed by the United States.

On November 26, Russian Presidential Assistant Ushakov stated that Russia had not officially received the US-proposed Ukraine “peace plan” but had obtained text materials through informal channels. He indicated that Russia had not discussed the specific details of the US “peace plan” with any party, and some of its provisions required in-depth analysis.

Ushakov revealed that Russia had obtained multiple versions of the US “peace plan” through informal channels, and the content system even contained self-contradictory elements.

On the same day, Russian Presidential Press Secretary Peskov commented on statements that Russia and Ukraine were close to reaching a peace agreement, saying, “It’s too early to draw conclusions.”

Peskov stated that the timing for Russia’s contact with US Middle East envoy Witkoff had not yet been determined. Regarding US media recently disclosing details of a previous phone call between Russian and US officials, he called such behavior “damaging” to the current process.

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Ryabkov also addressed the “peace plan” during a press conference on the 26th, stating that against the backdrop of the special military operation, Russia would absolutely not make any concessions or “abandon” its principles.

Ryabkov stated that the US was taking contradictory actions in its relations with Russia, and its delivery of weapons and equipment as well as intelligence information to Ukraine was continuing.

Additionally, he indicated that if the New START treaty’s arms limitation clauses remained effective, Russia would not rule out extending the one-year term again. If the US rejected Russia’s proposed treaty suggestions, regional tensions would sharply escalate.

Air Force One

“Air Force One” is the official air traffic control call sign for any United States Air Force aircraft carrying the President of the United States. While the term often refers to the current VC-25A planes (highly customized Boeing 747-200B aircraft), its history dates back to the Eisenhower administration when a special aircraft was first designated for presidential travel to ensure security and constant command capabilities.

Ukraine

Ukraine is a country in Eastern Europe with a rich history dating back to the medieval state of Kyivan Rus’, which was a major political and cultural center in the region. It has faced centuries of foreign rule and conflict, but declared its independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. The nation is known for its Orthodox Christian heritage, vibrant folk traditions, and significant cultural contributions in literature and the arts.

Russia

Russia is a transcontinental nation spanning Eastern Europe and Northern Asia, with a history dating back to the Kievan Rus’ state in the 9th century. It evolved into a major global power under the Tsardom of Russia and later the Russian Empire, before becoming the core of the Soviet Union in the 20th century. Today, it is the world’s largest country and is renowned for its vast landscapes, rich literary tradition, and iconic cultural sites like the Kremlin and St. Basil’s Cathedral in Moscow.

Moscow

Moscow is the capital and largest city of Russia, with a history dating back over 800 years to its first recorded mention in 1147. It has served as the political and economic center of various Russian states, from the Grand Duchy of Moscow to the Soviet Union and the modern Russian Federation. The city is renowned for its iconic landmarks, including the Kremlin, Red Square, and St. Basil’s Cathedral, which reflect its deep historical and cultural significance.

Putin

Vladimir Putin is a Russian political leader, not a place or cultural site. He served as President or Prime Minister of Russia from 1999 onwards, a period marked by centralization of power and increased Russian influence on the global stage. His leadership has defined a significant era in modern Russian history.

Zelenskyy

“Zelenskyy” does not refer to a place or cultural site, but to Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the sixth and current president of Ukraine. His presidency, which began in 2019, has been globally defined by leading Ukraine’s defense during the full-scale Russian invasion that began in February 2022.

New START treaty

The New START treaty is a bilateral nuclear arms reduction agreement between the United States and Russia that entered into force in 2011. It limits the number of deployed strategic nuclear warheads and the missiles and bombers that carry them. The treaty, which is the last remaining major nuclear arms control pact between the two countries, was extended for five years in 2021.

US Army

The United States Army is the oldest and largest service branch of the U.S. military, established in 1775 by the Continental Congress to fight in the American Revolutionary War. It has since played a central role in every major U.S. conflict, evolving from a small militia into a technologically advanced, all-volunteer force responsible for land-based military operations.