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Zelenskyy to promote ‘victory plan’ to Ukrainian lawmakers after lukewarm reception in West
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to unveil his plan to win the war against Russia to Ukrainian parliament on Wednesday, following a tour of the plan to Western allies who were less than enthused.
The so-called “victory plan” — which outlines the conditions under which Ukraine would be prepared to negotiate peace — is considered by many as Ukraine’s last resort to strengthen its hand in any future cease-fire negotiations with Russia.
No country however has thus far publicly endorsed or commented on it, with several European leaders presented with Zelenskyy’s proposals as he toured European capitals from London to Berlin.
None gave indication they would support the plan, with some expressing concerns over the tight deadline set by Zelenskyy, who gave allies just three months to adopt the blueprint’s main tenets in late September.
US President Joe Biden, to whom Zelenskyy first promoted the plan on a tour of the US, has also not given much public encouragement.
Although the Ukrainian leader has kept quiet about the details of the plan, some aspects of it have come to light.
Making Ukraine a member of NATO; allowing the country to use Western long-range weapons to strike deep inside Russia; providing resources to strengthen Ukraine’s air and other defences, and intensifying sanctions against Russia are all core elements of the plan.
Zelenskyy has said that the plan is necessary for Ukraine to begin the process to negotiate peace.
The leader wants to put the “victory plan” in place before a new US president is sworn in next year, following remarks from presidential candidate Donald Trump that he would cut or significantly reduce funding to Ukraine.
The Ukrainian leader’s presentation of the plan to the country’s Parliament, announced on Monday by presidential adviser Serhii Leshchenko, comes as the country’s military is suffering heavy losses along its eastern front as Russian forces inch closer to the eastern city of Pokrovsk.
Kyiv has long been militarily outnumbered by Moscow, with limited ammunition stocks and difficulty mobilising troops to fight in the war.
Ukrainian officials were expecting feedback from Western allies at a meeting of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group at Ramstein Air Base in Germany, during which defence leaders from 50-plus partner nations gather to coordinate weapons aid for the war. Scheduled for this past weekend, the summit was postponed after Biden cancelled his attendance in response to Hurricane Milton in the US
Although the US has been one of Kyiv’s main backers, Biden has been less supportive over using long-range weapons to strike in Russia, fearing a possible escalation.
Many expect Democratic nominee and Vice President Kamala Harris to continue Biden’s policy and maintain the status quo. Under Biden, US assistance to Kyiv, though substantial, has consistently arrived too late to make a significant difference for Ukrainian forces.
Republican nominee and former President Donald Trump has claimed he would end the war, although he has not elaborated on how.
Meanwhile, Brazil and China have proposed alternate peace plans that Zelenskyy has rejected, saying they would merely pause the war and give Moscow time to consolidate its battered army and defence industry.
It was a night of deserving honour to the Zigima that has shone for decades.
A night of entertainment, joy, excitement and laughter.
Thank you Governor Alex Otti for your intentional dedication to creating a new atmosphere of unity, peace and security, backed by visible transformation in all facets of governance.
Thank you for ensuring that Abia didn’t just rise from the ashes, but that it commenced a progressive journey to greatness in all spheres.
Thank you for choosing to inspire the younger generation by celebrating excellence and great accomplishments.
Happy birthday Bright Chimezie (Zigima)
Ferdinand Ekeoma
December 14, 2025.
President Bola Tinubu congratulates Chief Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), on his birthday, December 13.
President Tinubu celebrates with the Minister and former governor of Rivers State, giving thanks to God Almighty for enriching him with a life defined by purpose, service, and courage.
The President describes Chief Wike as an audacious top performer who defies obstacles and delivers results.
President Tinubu acknowledges the ongoing transformation of the Federal Capital Territory through infrastructure expansion, highlighting the Minister’s recent intervention that broke the 14-year logjam in the construction of the Apo-Karshi road.
The President commends Chief Wike for his resilience, can-do attitude, and commitment to excellence in all assignments.
President Tinubu thanks the Minister for his consistent efforts in delivering results and wishes him a happy birthday and strength to further his good work in the FCT.
“Nyesom Wike has been one of the shining stars in the cabinet, an exceptional performer, developing infrastructure in the Federal capital as never seen before and proving that his moniker as ‘Mr Project’ is not limited to his home state of Rivers.
“I commend him for being one of the champions of our Renewed Hope Agenda, even though he belongs to another party and wish him well as he marks another year in his life journey”.
Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information and Strategy)
December 13, 2025
EVENTS
Lady cries out after her brother was knocked down by keke on his way to early morning test at UniAbuja, faces possible leg amputation
A visibly distressed lady has cried out over a tragic accident involving her younger brother, a student of the University of Abuja.
According to her account, the incident occurred in the early hours of the morning when students were struggling to get to school for a test allegedly scheduled around 5 a.m.
She explained that while her brother and a coursemate were trying to cross the road in front of the University of Abuja, a commercial tricycle (keke), reportedly driving against traffic, knocked them down.
As of the time she shared the video, her brother was said to be unconscious and already being prepared for surgery. Doctors, she stated, described his condition as critical, adding that there was a possibility his leg might have to be amputated.
The lady further claimed that although the tricycle rider was arrested, there were moves to release him, and that the school authorities had not reached out or offered any form of support since the incident.
She also revealed that the hospital initially rejected her brother due to the seriousness of his condition before eventually admitting him, while medical bills continued to pile up beyond what she could afford.
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