Bloomberg News Now December 26, 2025: Trump & Zelenskiy to Meet, Nigeria Open to More Strikes, More
Dec 27, 2025
Zelensky is eyeing a meeting with Trump to hash out a peace deal, but sticking points and skepticism linger, especially from the Kremlin. Meanwhile, Nigeria shows readiness for more U.S.-backed strikes amidst its fight against insurgents. On the economic front, inflation remains stubbornly high, impacting market dynamics, while uneven employment data raises concerns among analysts. Lastly, recent developments in Thailand and Cambodia hint at a fragile ceasefire.
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Zelensky Seeks Direct Talks With Trump
- Volodymyr Zelensky plans to meet Donald Trump in Florida to pursue a deal to end Russia's nearly four-year invasion.
- The meeting aims to resolve final details of a 20-point peace plan amid territorial disputes with Russia.
Territory Is The Central Sticking Point
- Shuttle diplomacy has produced talks but no major breakthrough so far between Ukraine, Russia and U.S. officials.
- The core sticking point is whether Ukraine would cede territory that Russia demands as part of any peace plan.
Skepticism About Putin Accepting A Deal
- Jane Harman doubts Vladimir Putin will accept the proposed deal and questions what he gains from it.
- She praises Zelensky and the Ukrainian people while noting the deal offers Putin limited new territory.