French media on November 24 continued its extensive coverage of the US-proposed peace plan for Ukraine. Early reports from Washington indicated optimism for a rapid agreement, emphasizing the need for full respect of Ukrainian sovereignty, a point echoed by Kiev.
Throughout the day, discussions evolved around an "improved version" of Donald Trump's plan, with Marco Rubio attempting to reassure Kiev and European allies in Geneva. By late morning and early afternoon, European counter-proposals emerged, asserting Ukrainian sovereignty. However, Moscow later rejected these European amendments, preferring the original American text.
Concurrently, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu addressed the 2026 budget after its National Assembly rejection, proposing "ad hoc votes" and denouncing the "cynicism of certain parties." Separately, the controversial temporary release of a convicted drug trafficker, Ouaihid Ben Faïza, from Vendin-le-Vieil prison sparked significant debate, with details emerging about how he obtained permission, before his return to prison in the evening. The death of reggae legend Jimmy Cliff was also widely reported.