Letters from an American November 21, 2025
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Nov 22, 2025 The discussion kicks off with Ukraine's current crisis, spotlighting Zelensky's tough choices. There's a controversial 28-point plan from Trump that excludes Ukraine's input, aiming to give territories to Russia. The plan includes amnesty clauses and seeks to reintegrate Russia into the global economy, while also prohibiting Ukraine from joining NATO. Historical connections between Trump allies and Russian interests are explored, revealing the ongoing push for a world dominated by powerful states. The implications for global stability are profound.
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Zelensky's Dilemma Under External Pressure
- Volodymyr Zelensky warned Ukraine faces a choice between losing dignity or a key partner under pressure to accept a 28-point plan.
- Heather Cox Richardson outlines that the plan was pushed by Trump and appears leaked from a Russian ally without Ukrainian or European input.
The Plan Mirrors Russian Demands
- The leaked 28-point plan reads like a Russian wish list giving Crimea and much of eastern Ukraine to Russia and limiting Ukraine's military.
- Heather Cox Richardson notes the plan erases accountability for Russian atrocities and would funnel reconstruction funds toward Russian-controlled regions.
Reconstruction Funds Reallocate Power
- The proposal calls for $100 billion in frozen Russian assets to rebuild Ukraine while Europe would add another $100 billion and the U.S. would take half the profits.
- Richardson emphasizes this arrangement would effectively reallocate funds to benefit Russia and the U.S. at Europe's and Ukraine's expense.