Ukraine: The Latest US row intensifies as Trump team demands Ukraine agree deal 'before security guarantees' & Ukrainian counterattack recaptures key positions in Pokrovsk
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Nov 27, 2025 Svetlana Morenets, a Spectator columnist closely tied to Ukraine, shares insights on public sentiment and the impact of recent political developments. She reveals how corruption scandals are undermining trust in President Zelensky, affecting morale. Morenets discusses the public's struggle with basic needs amid power cuts and winter challenges, and offers perspectives on acceptable concessions in negotiations. The conversation also critiques U.S. policy and the declining support in Ukraine, while analyzing the complexities of potential peace agreements.
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Protect Frozen Assets In Loan Design
- The EU should design a reparations loan mechanism that avoids returning frozen Russian assets as part of any deal.
- Hugo Dixon suggests alternative loan structures to get Belgium onboard and limit Russia's chance of reclaiming funds.
Top Official Questioned In Corruption Probe
- Ukraine's National Security Secretary Rustem Umerov was questioned by NABU amid a corruption investigation involving eight suspects.
- His press service said the conversation was constructive and he answered all questions under procedure.
Pokrovsk Remains Contested And Chaotic
- Fighting around Pokrovsk is chaotic with Ukrainian counterattacks recapturing positions and Russian drones probing open flanks.
- The front largely runs along the railway and Russia has not fully encircled the city.