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Seoul is considering direct arms supplies to Ukraine because of the DPRK's activity in the war. The decision will depend on Pyongyang's actions and Trump's future policy toward Ukraine.

Polish President Duda says he will hand over MiG-29s to Ukraine only after NATO guarantees the safety of Poland's skies. The country expects the deployment of NATO aircraft to protect its airspace.

Polish President Andrzej Duda plans to discuss the situation in Ukraine and the region with Donald Trump. Duda is confident that Trump will not allow Ukraine to be destroyed because of the huge American investments in its defense.

Tulsi Gabbard, Trump's nominee for Director of National Intelligence, has made controversial statements about Russian disinformation. Her appointment could lead to conflicts with the intelligence community.

A new US air defense base was opened in the Polish city of Redzikowo. President Duda emphasized the importance of the US presence as a guarantor of Poland's security, despite possible changes in the US administration.

Ukraine's Foreign Minister held talks with the US Secretary of State in Brussels. They discussed further military assistance, post-election coordination, and strengthening Ukraine's air shield.

US Secretary of State Blinken announced that the aid would be adapted to Ukraine's needs on the battlefield. The United States is ready to use every dollar of the $61 billion package and expects increased support from its allies.

The President of Ukraine had a phone conversation with the Prime Minister of Canada to discuss support for the Victory Plan and NATO membership. The leaders also agreed on positions ahead of the G20 summit and discussed defense cooperation.

US Secretary of State Blinken travels to Brussels to coordinate further support for Ukraine with NATO and EU partners. The visit takes place against the backdrop of Trump's election victory and North Korean troops' participation in the war on the side of Russia.

On November 12-13, Andriy Sybiga will hold a series of meetings with senior EU and NATO officials in Brussels. The key topics will be military support, EU and NATO accession, and post-election security in the United States.

The first group of Ukrainian Legion volunteers signed contracts in Lublin and began 35 days of basic training. The recruitment center received about 700 applications from Ukrainians from all over Europe.

According to the FT, Ukraine is developing its own “victory plan” for the incoming Trump administration, emphasizing potential business deals, access to raw materials, and troop deployments.

Donald Trump is planning to appoint Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State and Congressman Mike Waltz as National Security Advisor, which is what they had previously said about Ukraine.

Russia has deployed 50,000 troops, including 12,000 North Korean soldiers, to advance in the Kursk region. The Kremlin aims to regain the lost territories by January 2024, when Trump may become president of the United States.

Zelenskiy meets with Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur to discuss military aid. Estonia will provide a new support package and consider financing the production of drones in Ukraine.

EU High Representative Josep Borrell said there were no plans for a Trump presidency in the United States. Instead, the EU is focusing on strengthening its own defense capabilities and autonomy.

President Zelenskyy announced the containment of 50,000 Russian troops in the Kursk region. This grouping cannot be redeployed to other areas of attack on the territory of Ukraine.

A Ukrainian official tells Reuters that the next 4-5 months will be crucial in the war because of Trump's possible return. A Trump victory could affect aid to Ukraine and its chances of joining NATO.

The leaders of France and Britain reaffirmed their commitment to support Ukraine “for as long as it takes. ” They also discussed the use of Storm Shadow missiles and future security cooperation.

British Defense Secretary John Healey expressed confidence in the new Trump administration's support for Ukraine. According to him, the United States will remain committed to NATO and will continue to help Ukraine.

Rafał Trzaskowski said that Poland could take the position of political leader in the EU due to instability in Germany and France. He also noted that Poland is the only NATO country that spends almost 5% of GDP on defense.

The President of Ukraine announced that he was working with the United States to strengthen the air defense system before the winter. New defense packages from Canada, Britain, Lithuania, and Sweden were also announced.

The United States announces the formation of a 50,000-strong Russian group, including 11,000 North Korean troops, in the Kursk region. DPRK soldiers are training with Russian forces for a future offensive.

Josep Borrell announced further diplomatic pressure on the DPRK for sending its military to Russia. The EU is consulting with partners in the Indo-Pacific region to counter this threat.

Ukrainian officials inform the media unofficially about the deterioration of relations with the UK after Labor came to power. Kiev is frustrated by the lack of new deliveries of long-range missiles, which has caused Prime Minister Starmer's visit to Kiev to be postponed.

Trump's plan calls for a 1,200-kilometer buffer zone to be patrolled by European troops. Ukraine is offered to postpone joining NATO for 20 years in exchange for American weapons.

ISW reports that putin is creating the appearance of improving relations with Trump, but has no plans to make concessions. the kremlin continues to pursue its maximalist goals in Ukraine and on the international stage.

London intends to increase defense spending to 2. 5% of GDP to strengthen its position in NATO. The decision is expected to be announced in the spring of 2025, after Trump's inauguration.

The North Atlantic Council issued a statement condemning military cooperation between Russia and the DPRK. NATO member states called on Russia to comply with international obligations and UN resolutions.

The EU Council has extended the mandate of EUMAM Ukraine for two years until November 2026. The mission has already trained 63,000 Ukrainian soldiers and plans to train another 15,000 by the end of winter 2024/2025.