Ukrainian media prominently reported on the proposed US peace plans throughout November 20. Early reports highlighted Trump's approval of a plan suggesting Ukraine concede Donbas and abandon NATO aspirations, while the White House denied backing a Russia-friendly Donbas proposal. By the afternoon, the focus solidified on President Zelenskyy officially receiving a US-backed peace plan to end the war, with discussions planned with Trump. EU reactions were critical, with France and EU foreign ministers reportedly rejecting the plan. Later in the day, reports indicated Zelenskyy had agreed to negotiations with the US on the Trump-backed initiative, with the US Temporary Charg
d'affaires emphasizing an aggressive pace for peace.