Peace Talks remain Deadlocked | Lisa Daftari | December 3rd, 2025

Tense global negotiations and rising security fears dominate today’s headlines. After a five-hour meeting between Vladimir Putin and U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff, the Ukraine peace talks remain deadlocked—and Trump’s proposed deal is facing major pushback. Meanwhile, in the U.S., the fallout continues after two National Guard soldiers were shot by an Afghan national, prompting President Trump to suspend immigration applications from 19 countries. Foreign Affairs expert Lisa Daftari breaks down stalled peace talks, escalating U.S. pressure on Venezuela, the new immigration crackdown, and whether Israel and Lebanon are inching closer to a real peace.