Appointment of Trump's special envoy for Ukraine, Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire - Wednesday brief
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US President-elect Donald Trump has chosen a special envoy for Ukraine. Meanwhile, a ceasefire began between Israel and Hezbollah.
Read more about what happened on Wednesday, November 27.
Trump appoints Keith Kellogg as special envoy for Ukraine
General Keith Kellogg will take over as Special Envoy for Ukraine and Russia, as announced by the newly elected President of the United States, Donald Trump.
According to Trump, Kellogg has "a distinguished military and business career," as well as experience in national security.
Ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah
Since Nov. 27 morning, a ceasefire has come into effect between Israel and the Hezbollah group.
RBC-Ukraine reports on how the parties are adhering to the ceasefire, the world’s reaction, how it may affect the war in Gaza, and whether it could lead to lasting peace.
Biden calls on US Congress to approve $24 billion for Ukraine
The current US President, Joe Biden, has appealed to Congress to allocate an additional $24 billion to Ukraine. In particular, to increase military support, according to Western media.
Ukraine receives substantial financial aid package from US
Ukraine received 4.8 billion dollars from the United States within the PEACE project. The funds will support the implementation of reforms and the country's recovery.
According to Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, Ukraine has already received almost 50 billion dollars through the World Bank mechanism since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion.
