Core Viewpoint - Ukrainian President Zelensky announced a forthcoming meeting with U.S. President Trump, indicating a potential resolution to ongoing conflicts before the New Year [1] Group 1: Diplomatic Engagements - Zelensky reported successful talks with U.S. negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, reaching a consensus on accelerating peace efforts [1] - The Ukrainian delegation, led by Rustem Umerov, met with U.S. officials in Miami, indicating increased diplomatic activity between Ukraine and the U.S. [1] - A revised 20-point peace plan is nearing finalization, reflecting discussions between Ukrainian and U.S. representatives [2] Group 2: Territorial and Nuclear Issues - Ukraine and the U.S. have not yet reached an agreement on two critical issues: the cession of parts of the Donbas region and the future of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant [2] - The latest draft of the peace plan proposes establishing an economic zone in parts of Donbas, an area claimed by Russia [2] - Russian President Putin expressed a willingness to exchange some territories but insists on retaining full control over the Donbas region [4] Group 3: Russian Position - Putin's conditions for a peace agreement include Ukraine's withdrawal from the entire Donbas, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson regions, as well as abandoning NATO membership aspirations [5] - Discussions are ongoing regarding the joint management of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant by Russia and the U.S., with potential U.S. interest in cryptocurrency mining near the facility [6]