Russia Bombards Ukraine Hours After Zelensky Calls Peace Plan ‘Quite Solid’

New York Times - World ConflictNews ReportEN 3 min read 100% complete by Constant MéheutDecember 23, 2025 at 11:49 AM

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Hours after Ukrainian President Zelensky called American-backed peace proposals "quite solid," Russia launched a barrage of missile and drone strikes across Ukraine on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. The attacks targeted Ukraine's energy sector and civilian buildings, resulting in at least three deaths and widespread power cuts. Zelensky highlighted ongoing tensions in peace talks, noting disagreements on territorial concessions and security guarantees, which a Kremlin official deemed "unconstructive." Ukraine seeks security guarantees, including a large peacetime army, EU membership, and military support from European partners and the United States, to prevent future Russian aggression. The overnight attacks demonstrate Russia's continued willingness to fight despite ongoing negotiations.

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Diplomatic
Secondary framing
Mixed Tone
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Key Claims (5)

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At least three people were killed, including a four-year-old child in the Zhytomyr region.

factual — Volodymyr Zelensky100% confidence

Zelensky said the latest American-backed proposals for a peace deal between Kyiv and Moscow looked “quite solid”.

quote — Volodymyr Zelensky100% confidence

Ukraine is seeking ironclad security guarantees that would prevent Russia from attacking again once peace is achieved.

factual — Article's own claim90% confidence

Russia bombed Ukraine’s energy sector and civilian buildings with over 650 drones and dozens of missiles.

factual — Ukrainian authorities90% confidence

Russia bombed Ukraine overnight, indicating it is prepared to continue fighting.

factual — Article's own claim90% confidence
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Keywords

russia 90% ukraine 90% peace plan 80% security guarantees 70% bombardment 70% volodymyr zelensky 70% drone strikes 60% negotiations 60% territorial concessions 50% energy sector 50%

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Russia

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