Antonina Tumanova
President Zelenskyy announced that Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko will coordinate the candidacies for the positions of energy and justice ministers with the majority faction's MPs. This decision was made after a meeting with government officials regarding the selection of personnel for vacant positions.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that the Cabinet of Ministers is preparing regulatory decisions to reduce the cost of natural gas for cogeneration plants and deregulate their installation procedures. The government must also accelerate the completion of tenders for the construction of new generating capacities.
On November 25, electricity consumption restriction measures will be applied in all regions of Ukraine. Outages will last from 00:00 to 23:59, affecting 0.5 to 2.5 queues.
Xi Jinping and Donald Trump discussed the war in Ukraine, where China expressed support for all efforts aimed at achieving peace.
Chinese President Xi Jinping held a phone conversation with US President Donald Trump, discussing the status of Taiwan as a key element of the post-World War II international order.
Yuriy Ushakov, aide to the head of the Kremlin, stated that the provisions of the European peace plan are not suitable for Russia. At the same time, Russia is familiar with one of the variants of the US peace plan, many provisions of which are acceptable.
The Foreign Intelligence Service reported that Russian regions are reducing payments for contracts that previously attracted volunteers to the armed forces. This indicates the depletion of the resource base, despite stable official contracting statistics.
Since the beginning of the day, 64 combat engagements have been recorded at the front. The enemy is actively operating in the Pokrovsk, Huliaipole, and Lyman directions, having carried out numerous attacks and shellings.
The administration of US President Donald Trump is expanding its powers regarding Venezuela, classifying Nicolás Maduro and his allies as members of a foreign terrorist organization. This will allow for new sanctions and provide the US with expanded military capabilities to strike Venezuelan territory.
The longlist for the National Selection for Eurovision 2026 has been published, which includes 15 Ukrainian artists. From 451 applications, participants have been selected who will compete for the right to represent Ukraine in Vienna.
Vladimir Putin and Recep Tayyip Erdogan exchanged views on the situation in Ukraine, including American proposals for a peaceful settlement. The Turkish president expressed his readiness to facilitate the negotiation process by providing the Istanbul platform.
Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko met with Danish Ambassador Thomas Lund-Sørensen, discussing business protection and cooperation in the security sector. They also touched upon the investigation of international crimes committed by the Russian Federation and the establishment of a Special Tribunal.
On November 25, a meeting of the coalition of the willing will take place to discuss "constructive progress" in peace talks on Ukraine. The EU is working on a reparations loan for Ukraine, which is becoming increasingly urgent.
President Zelenskyy discussed the results of the advisors' meetings in Geneva with the leaders of three European countries and emphasized the importance of carefully considered steps. Ukraine is working constructively, and European partners support its positions.
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson criticized the US and Russia peace plan, calling it a "complete betrayal of Ukraine" and "military castration. " He noted that the plan provides for a Russian veto on Ukraine's NATO membership and the transfer of territories that Russia does not control.
Special Operations Forces reported that their "deep strike" drone shot down a Russian Mi-8 helicopter in mid-air for the first time. This event changes the rules of the game, as the SSO are now hunting the enemy.
Head of Zaporizhzhia region Ivan Fedorov reported explosions. Local Telegram channels inform that the enemy is attacking with MLRS.
Ukrainian advisors will work in Switzerland tomorrow with representatives from the US, Britain, France, and Germany on the parameters of a peace agreement. President Zelenskyy announced that the absolute majority of European leaders are ready to help and join the consultations.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, discussing diplomatic work in planning the peace process. Ukrainian advisors will work in Switzerland together with representatives of the US and the E3 format.
The competition for the supervisory board of NNEGC Energoatom will be held by the end of the year according to the full procedure, as required by international partners. Until then, the government will perform the functions of the supervisory board, cooperating with the nomination committee.
Donald Trump stated that his 28-point peace plan for Ukraine is not a final proposal. He noted that the war should not have started, and he aims to end it.
Search and rescue operations in Ternopil were completed on November 22 at 6:00 PM, lasting 4 days. 33 people died, 94 were injured, and 6 people, including a child, are considered missing.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that Kyiv's allies are focused on the Geneva peace talks, which will take place tomorrow. He also emphasized the need for Ukraine to be able to defend itself in the event of a ceasefire.
Since the beginning of the day, 112 combat engagements have taken place on the front. The enemy is actively operating in the Pokrovsk, Oleksandrivka, and Kostiantynivka directions, attacking near Vovchansk and other settlements.
On November 23, power outage schedules will be applied in most regions of Ukraine. From 1 to 2.5 queues will be without electricity, restrictions will be in effect from 00:00 to 23:59.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and US President's Special Envoy Steve Witkoff will arrive in Geneva to discuss a peace plan for Ukraine. Italy will also send its representative to participate in the negotiations.
Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko made a working visit to Kharkiv, visiting Yaroslav Mudryi National Law University and V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University. He announced the opportunity for students to undertake internships in prosecutor's offices and joint work on improving legislation.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz emphasized to Donald Trump that Europe must be part of any process to end the war in Ukraine, as its defeat would affect the entire continent. The US has prepared a draft security guarantee for Ukraine based on the model of NATO's Article 5, but Ukraine objects to accepting this plan, which involves territorial concessions.
Near the village of Kotlyne in Donetsk region, Russian military shot 5 captured servicemen of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The Prosecutor General's Office has launched an investigation into the war crime.
Rescuers found the body of a woman on November 22 at about 4:00 PM, increasing the number of dead in Ternopil to 33. Search and rescue operations continue for the fourth day after the Russian attack.