The Italian government has approved the 12th package of military aid to Ukraine, which includes military materials, equipment, and machinery. The full list of aid is classified for security reasons.
Pavlo Korostylov and Zlatoslava Volosenko were recognized as the best athletes of November by the NOC of Ukraine. Korostylov won gold, silver, and two bronze medals at the World Shooting Championship, while Volosenko won bronze at the European Taekwondo Championship among juniors.
Over the past month, the enemy failed to implement the plan to occupy the Pokrovsk agglomeration, suffering significant losses. In Pokrovsk alone, 519 occupiers were eliminated, which is comparable to the strength of a battalion.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine refuted statements by the Russian military leadership regarding the capture of the settlements of Stavky and Novomykhailivka in the Donetsk region. Commander of the 60th Separate Mechanized Brigade Dmytro Rohoziuk emphasized that there are no grounds for such statements, and Ukrainian units are firmly holding their occupied positions.
In November 2025, air defense forces and aviation of the Ukrainian Defense Forces destroyed 9,707 enemy air targets, including 11 Kinzhal missiles and 2,939 Shahed attack drones. Air Force aviation conducted 368 sorties, hitting command posts and concentrations of enemy personnel.
Soldiers of the 57th Separate Motorized Infantry Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine neutralized Russian invaders who tried to raise their flag over a building in Vovchansk, Kharkiv region. Heavy fighting continues in the ruined city, but Ukrainian soldiers control the situation and repel the enemy.
Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, stated that Russia will seek to destroy Ukraine and annex its territories as long as Putin's regime remains in power. He emphasized that a return to peaceful life is impossible, and Ukraine must ensure its security with a strong army.
Russian forces have for the first time surpassed the Ukrainian Armed Forces in drone operational skill, leading to greater losses among Ukrainian logistics and drone units than among infantry. The enemy changed tactics after the Ukrainian offensive into the Kursk region in 2024, employing fiber-optic drones and increasing the flight range of their UAVs.
General Oleksandr Syrskyi congratulated the radio-technical soldiers on their professional holiday, noting their role in the early detection of air threats. He emphasized that thanks to their work, air defense forces and aviation effectively performed their tasks at the beginning of the full-scale invasion.
On November 30, Ukraine celebrates the Day of Radio-Technical Troops of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, established in 2010. On the same day, the world celebrates World Pet Day, International Sex Day, Day of Remembrance for All Victims of Chemical Warfare, and Eternal Youth Day.
On November 28, the Russian army lost 910 servicemen, 15 armored combat vehicles, and 3 artillery systems. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 29.11.25 are estimated at 1,171,700 personnel.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi refuted Russia's statements about the capture of Kupyansk, pointing to fewer than 40 Russian radio exchange subscribers in the city. Ukrainian units are holding their lines and increasing fire impact on the approaches to Kupyansk.
Robert Brovdi showed footage of the destruction of three Russian anti-aircraft missile systems: "Buk-M1", "Buk-M2" and "Tor-M2". This significantly weakens the enemy's air defense in important directions.
The Defense Forces of Ukraine actively destroyed Russians who were fleeing to Huliaipole; the situation has been stabilized. Earlier, the MP reported on the presence of Russians in Huliaipole.
Two executives of a private company have been notified of suspicion of embezzling over UAH 15 million in state funds allocated for the purchase of spare parts for armored vehicles. They inflated prices and simulated competition during defense procurement in 2024.
The prosecutor's office has launched an investigation into the shooting of a Ukrainian prisoner of war in November 2025. The occupiers beat him with a rifle butt and then killed him near the village of Hnativka, Pokrovsk district.
On the night of November 28, the enemy attacked Ukraine with a ballistic missile and 72 attack UAVs. Air defense forces shot down 63 enemy drones in the north, south, and east of the country.
The Ministry of Defense has approved the use of electronic simulators "Chaika" and "Chaika-M" ("Mukhoibka") in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. On them, military personnel learn to shoot down aerial targets, including FPV drones, "Lancet" and "Shahed" drones, as well as cruise missiles.
Vladimir Putin demands the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from Donbas, threatening military seizure of new territories if they refuse. He announced an increase in "returned" territories and made false statements about Pokrovsk, Myrnohrad, Siversk, and Vovchansk.
The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, spoke about Andriy Biletskyi's significant role in the air breakthrough operation to the Azovstal plant in Mariupol, which was surrounded by Russians. Thanks to his leadership, it was possible to deliver reinforcements, weapons, medicines, and evacuate the wounded.
The Defense Forces are holding back the enemy in Pokrovsk, fighting continues along the entire railway line. Assault units destroyed 21 Russians over the past day, FPV operators are working on enemy targets.
Ukraine and Great Britain have signed a licensing agreement for the Ukrainian Octopus interceptor drone. Mass production of interceptors is planned, which will be transferred to Ukraine to strengthen its air defense.
Soldiers of the Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated a member of a Russian sabotage and reconnaissance group and captured two more. The operation was carried out in the Donetsk direction, and weapons, communication equipment, and documents were seized.
Russia is forced to use reserve forces for the assault on Pokrovsk due to significant losses, trying to infiltrate the southern part of the city and send small groups into the central part. Ukrainian defenders are stopping the enemy's advance, actively destroying logistics and using engineering troops for defensive corridors.
The Ukrainian Air Force demonstrated the operation of the French Mirage 2000 fighter jet at an operational airfield during a combat mission. The pilot and technicians spoke about the aircraft's effectiveness and the importance of international support for Ukraine.
Difficult weather conditions - rain and fog - complicate the work of Ukrainian defense forces, and effectively "cover" the enemy's actions.
French President Emmanuel Macron stated that the Ukrainian army cannot be limited, amid various peace proposals to cap the size of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. EU countries hope to reach a final decision on financing Ukraine's defense, including frozen Russian assets.
During Russia's night attack on November 25, Ukrainian air defense actively operated, engaging interceptor drones, army aviation, aircraft, and mobile fire groups. Thanks to the coordinated work of all defense forces, a large number of missiles and drones were intercepted, including ballistic missiles and the "Kinzhal."
Russian troops are trying to encircle Myrnohrad in Donetsk region, moving towards Rivne and Svitlo. The 7th Airborne Assault Corps is holding back the enemy, and the marines captured four occupiers.
The Defense Forces and the SBU attacked Novorossiysk, hitting an oil terminal and a large landing ship. The operation was carried out jointly with the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, the Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and other units.
