On Sunday, November 16, cloudy weather with clearings is expected in most of Ukraine. Light rain is possible in the western, Zhytomyr, Vinnytsia, and Kyiv regions.
On the night of November 16, the Russian city of Samara was attacked by drones, with a local oil refinery likely being targeted. Residents report dozens of explosions, and there is a high probability of a strike on a substation.
The occupiers are using foggy weather for attacks along the entire front, particularly in the Pokrovsk, Velykomykhailivka, and Huliaipole directions. Ukraine bases its defense on drones, which cannot operate effectively in poor weather conditions.
The Ukrainian futsal team for visually impaired players won the World Championship in Turkey, defeating England 3:2. Ukrainian futsal players continue to dominate at the world level.
Belgian Foreign Minister Max Prevot stated that Belgium strongly condemns the massive Russian attacks on Ukraine, which are war crimes. He also expressed concern about the strike on the Azerbaijani embassy in Kyiv.
Israel continues to restrict the flow of aid to Gaza, leading to a critical shortage of food and goods, despite the approaching winter. UNRWA Deputy Commissioner-General Natalie Boucly calls for increased pressure on Israel to ensure an unrestricted flow of aid.
In the temporarily occupied Luhansk region, there is an acute shortage of drinking and technical water, which forces residents to use water from heating systems. The occupation authorities have introduced fines for draining water from radiators, despite the critical condition of utility networks.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that the war between Ukraine and Russia will inevitably end with a negotiation process. He considers Turkey the most suitable place for negotiations, as it is the only place acceptable to both sides.
The Ministry of Digital Transformation announced new projects, including e-Excise, e-Notary, e-Court, and the digitalization of the gambling business. The launch of a 5G pilot and Direct to Cell is also planned to improve communication quality.
The patrol police of Khmelnytskyi region released a video of the search for two lionesses who escaped from the enclosures of a local private rehabilitation center. One lioness was returned to the enclosure, the other was found outside the territory and returned to her place of confinement.
Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council, commented on the information from the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense about Russia's increased production of KABs. He warned that this is a weapon of mass use that NATO armies will find difficult to counter.
Late in the evening on November 15, the Russian city of Volgograd was attacked by drones. It is likely that a local oil refinery was hit, and after the local air defense system worked, debris fell on an apartment building.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban stated that Ukrainians and Russians do not seek peace, therefore external forces must persuade them to make peace. He noted that the EU has leverage over Kyiv, but the West cannot convince Russia, which seeks to occupy all of Ukraine.
A large fire broke out in the industrial zone of Buenos Aires after a series of powerful explosions, engulfing at least five enterprises. 15 people were injured, the fire is accompanied by heavy smoke, the causes of the explosions are being investigated.
In the temporarily occupied Luhansk region, the first reservists were mobilized, who were promised to be trained for security, but were immediately sent to training centers for two months. A center for military-patriotic education of youth for students and schoolchildren was also opened in Luhansk.
During November 15, 164 combat engagements were recorded at the front. Russia launched 39 air strikes and used 2,659 kamikaze drones.
On November 15, Russian troops shelled the Kherson region, killing three civilians in Mykilske and Kherson. Six more people were wounded in Kherson, Bilozerka, and Komyshany, and houses were damaged.
ATESH agents from the 39th Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade of the Russian Armed Forces, which is currently assaulting Pokrovsk, report a worsening situation in the Pokrovsk-Myrnohrad agglomeration. Currently, entire blocks are changing hands, but overall, the Russian offensive has slowed down.
G7 ambassadors noted the President of Ukraine's support for an independent investigation by NABU and SAPO into the energy corruption scandal. They expect Ukraine to continue its efforts in fighting corruption, which is key to Euro-Atlantic integration.
The Ministry of Social Policy informs that November 15, 2025, is the last day to submit an application for the "Schoolchild's Package" assistance. It can be processed online through the Diia application, with an ID card or international passport and a verified tax number.
On November 14, the NBU set the official dollar exchange rate at 42. 06 hryvnias, which is 2 kopecks more than on Wednesday. The official euro exchange rate is 48.88 hryvnias, and the zloty is 11.56 hryvnias.
The Kremlin consistently reaffirms its initial war demands, which include Ukraine's "neutrality," the removal of legitimate Ukrainian authorities, and the establishment of a pro-Russian government. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that the war in Ukraine is intended to "reliably guarantee Russia's security" and "thwart NATO and EU plans" to turn Ukraine into a "puppet state."
On November 13, Russian troops lost 1,040 soldiers and 442 UAVs. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 14.11.25 are estimated at over 1.1 million personnel.
On November 14, variable cloudiness without precipitation is forecast in Ukraine, with temperatures rising to +8-13°. In the morning, fogs are expected in the southern part, in Prykarpattia and most central regions.
As a result of the Russian attack on Kyiv on the night of November 14, 1 person was killed and at least 24 were injured. SES units rescued over 40 people.
The State Border Guard Service released a video of the destruction of a Russian "turtle tank" near Pokrovsk. The fighters are also successfully destroying the enemy's logistics, leaving its advanced positions without weapons supplies.
As a result of the enemy attack on Kyiv region, six people were injured, including one child. Damage to private homes, warehouses, and cars was recorded in Fastiv, Vyshhorod, and Bucha districts.
The Ukrainian Defense Forces captured 21 Russian servicemen in the Dobropillya and Kostiantynivka directions of the Donetsk region. This replenishment of the exchange fund contributes to the return of Ukrainian defenders from captivity.
As a result of the night attack on Kyiv on November 14, the number of victims increased to 14 people, including a pregnant woman. Fires and damage were recorded in the Obolonskyi, Sviatoshynskyi, Desnianskyi, and Shevchenkivskyi districts of the capital.
US President Donald Trump plans to attend the annual World Economic Forum in Davos, which could signal a warming of relations between the US and Switzerland. This visit will give the Swiss government a chance to reset relations with the White House amid trade disputes.
