President Zelenskyy reported on the difficult situation in the Pokrovsk direction, where over 150,000 Russian forces are assaulting positions daily. Ukrainian units are conducting counter-offensive actions and destroying the occupier.
Prosecutors, together with animal rights activists, seized some animals from a private zoo in Khmelnytskyi. Two lionesses, a fox, a raccoon dog, and a badger were transferred to the Center for the Rescue of Wild Animals.
On November 22, traffic will be restricted in the central part of Kyiv. This is due to security measures, likely in commemoration of the victims of the Holodomors.
Wage arrears in Russia at the end of September exceeded 1. 95 billion rubles, which is four times more than a year ago. This is a systemic crisis affecting key industries and various regions of the country, including construction companies and the mining industry.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held an almost hour-long conversation with US Vice President Vance and US Secretary of the Army Driscoll. The parties agreed to work together at the advisor level to achieve lasting peace.
On November 22, electricity consumption restrictions will be applied throughout Ukraine due to Russian attacks. Outages will last around the clock, affecting 1 to 3.5 queues of consumers.
US President Donald Trump confirmed that his administration has set a deadline of next Thursday for Ukraine to agree to the White House's 28-point plan to end the war.
The White House wants Ukraine to sign a 28-point "framework" peace plan by Thanksgiving, which is seen as a goal rather than a hard deadline. Negotiations are expected to be difficult and lengthy.
A dangerous soft toy "Duck with duckling" of Chinese production was found in the Ivano-Frankivsk region. It does not meet safety requirements for labeling and stretching, creating a risk of suffocation.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine may face a difficult choice: to lose dignity or risk losing a key partner. He emphasized that his answer was given on May 20, 2019, when he pledged to defend Ukraine's sovereignty and independence.
As of 4:00 PM, 130 combat engagements have taken place at the front, with the enemy actively attacking in the Pokrovsk and three other directions. Communities in Sumy and Chernihiv regions have suffered from enemy fire.
In the capital, Ukraine's largest flag was lowered as a sign of mourning in memory of the Holodomor victims. Tomorrow at 4:00 PM, Kyiv will honor the Holodomor victims with a minute of silence and the lighting of candles.
Last week, 2,728 newborns were registered in Ukraine: 1,361 boys and 1,367 girls. These data were provided by the Ministry of Justice of Ukraine.
The Élysée Palace emphasized that all decisions regarding the peace plan for Ukraine require common support and consensus from European partners and NATO allies. The statement reiterates key provisions about "unwavering commitment to a just and lasting peace" and the need for "full involvement of Ukraine, preservation of its sovereignty, and ensuring its future security."
Former Kyiv City Council deputy Denys Komarnytskyi has been served with a notice of suspicion for tax evasion amounting to almost UAH 12 million. He purchased 48 apartments in elite residential complexes in Kyiv, some of which he sold for UAH 68 million without paying taxes.
Great Britain will offer Ukraine NATO-style security guarantees, which will include a military response to a future Russian attack. These guarantees will cover a 10-year period and are part of Trump's peace plan.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held talks with the leaders of France, Britain, and Germany regarding the American peace plan. The parties coordinated further steps and agreed on joint work of the teams.
Masters of the HUR of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine special unit "Ghosts" successfully hit an enemy Ka-27 helicopter and several radar complexes on the temporarily occupied peninsula. The operation inflicted serious losses on the Russian occupation army.
The Ministry of Energy denied Ukraine's electricity exports, explaining that production is entirely for domestic consumption. Damage to thermal and hydroelectric power plants by enemy attacks has reduced production capacity, so exports are not carried out.
Russian dictator's spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that Moscow has not received a peace settlement plan for Ukraine, but contacts with the United States continue. He emphasized that it is "better for Zelenskyy to negotiate now than later."
U. S. Chargé d'Affaires in Ukraine, Julie Davis, called the negotiations with the Ukrainian leadership on ending the war extremely constructive. According to her, the situation is turning in favor of the peace that Ukrainians have been waiting for so long.
A fire broke out at the UN COP30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil, leading to the evacuation of delegates. Brazilian organizers stated that the fire was under control and there were no casualties.
Indian company Reliance Industries Ltd. has stopped processing Russian oil at the export-oriented section of its Jamnagar refinery due to US sanctions. This will allow the plant to supply fuel to Europe and avoid a ban on importing petroleum products made from Russian oil.
Germany is urging the European Union to reach an agreement with the United Kingdom on access to the EU defense fund by the end of the month. This would allow the UK to participate in the €150 billion fund designed to strengthen European defense.
Changes in the operation of the Khreshchatyk metro lobby are related to state events held to mark the Day of Dignity and Freedom.
In Ternopil, the number of people who have not been in contact after the massive Russian attack and the hit on a residential building has decreased to 14. Six residents reported that they are safe.
Emergency power outages, which were in effect in most regions, have been canceled in Ukraine. Hourly blackout schedules remain in effect.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to discuss key aspects necessary for achieving peace with US President Donald Trump in the coming days. Details of the conversation will be added later.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has received a draft plan from the American side that could activate diplomacy. Ukraine is ready to work constructively with the American side and partners to achieve peace.
Kaja Kallas stated that a peace agreement for Ukraine cannot come at the cost of abandoning its own state. No government would agree to a deal that benefits the aggressor.
