German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced that he discussed a peace plan for Ukraine with U.S. President Donald Trump during a confidential phone call. The conversation took place on Friday, November 21, 2025.
Chancellor Merz stated that he and President Trump have agreed on the next steps to be taken at the advisors" level. Following this discussion, Merz indicated that he would brief European partners on the developments.
This conversation comes amid ongoing discussions regarding the situation in Ukraine, with various leaders exploring potential resolutions. For more on the broader implications of the conflict, see recent developments related to Trump"s predictions about Ukraine"s territorial challenges.
Additionally, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has been addressing the nation on current challenges, which may be relevant to the ongoing peace discussions. For further context, refer to previous reports on Zelensky"s statements.
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