Carlos Mazón, president of Spain's Valencia region, has resigned following public outrage over the catastrophic 2024 floods that claimed 229 lives. Public protests and political pressure forced the People's Party leader to step down.
The Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs is organizing a closed summit of the "Coalition of the Willing" on November 4 to discuss further assistance to Ukraine. The meeting, at the level of Director Generals from 35 countries, will focus on increasing support and security guarantees.
President Zelenskyy reported the first detailed intelligence assessments regarding the impact of new sanctions on the Russian war machine. According to him, Russia's losses from the already imposed restrictions on oil companies could reach 50 billion dollars per year.
Italy refused to approve the Giorgia Meloni government's project to build a bridge that was supposed to connect mainland Italy with the island of Sicily. The cost of the structure was estimated at 13.5 billion euros.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that a short ceasefire plan would be developed within 7-10 days. He expressed doubt that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin would agree to it.
UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper stated that in order to achieve lasting peace in Ukraine, Russia's money must be seized. She emphasized the need for new economic measures, including the use of frozen Russian assets to support and rebuild Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy hopes the war will not last ten years, but Ukraine is ready to fight for another two or three years, according to Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk. Tusk also noted that Ukraine has the right to attack Russia-related targets anywhere in Europe.
The US President and the NATO Secretary General are pressuring the Italian Prime Minister for the country to join the PURL program. Giorgia Meloni is currently considering the advisability of such a decision.
Japan is ready to provide Ukraine with all types of assistance except lethal weapons, as stated by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. Several European countries have also supported providing Ukraine with long-range weapons.
France is ready to send its military contingent to Ukraine in 2026 as part of future security guarantees. This was stated by the Chief of Staff of the French Army, General Pierre Schill, emphasizing France's commitment to its allies.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico stated that his government will never sign a loan guarantee for Ukraine for military expenditures. Slovakia will not spend a single cent from its own budget for these purposes, but is ready to help Ukraine with humanitarian issues.
Giorgia Meloni emphasized the importance of unity between the EU and the US to achieve a ceasefire in Ukraine. Italy is preparing its 12th package of military aid to Ukraine, which will include ammunition and missiles for SAMP/T air defense systems.
Zelenskyy stated that during the meeting of the "Coalition of the Willing", decisions were made to make it more difficult for dictator Putin, and these decisions are not being disclosed.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced the swift presentation of options for a reparations loan for Ukraine. European countries also agreed to continue pressure on Russia through sanctions.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced the provision of Mirage fighter jets and additional Aster anti-aircraft missiles to Ukraine. This decision was announced during a meeting of the "coalition of the willing," where strengthening military support was also discussed.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has called on allies to decide on reparations loans for Ukraine by Christmas.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that Putin is running out of money, troops, and ideas, and Russia must stop at what it has achieved. He emphasized that hundreds of thousands of Russians are dying because of his aggression, and support for Ukraine is working.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is not trying to stop the war without the US, as Putin seeks to divide Ukraine and its partners. He emphasized the importance of the 19th sanctions package and pressure from the US as tools to influence Putin.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the provision of 5,000 new multi-purpose missiles to Ukraine to strengthen air defense before the winter period. Britain is increasing military support and pressure on the Kremlin.
Olena Zelenska met with Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway, discussing humanitarian support, the reconstruction of social infrastructure, and children's mental health. Zelenska thanked Norway for its assistance, particularly highlighting its participation in the Bring Kids Back UA coalition and the creation of mental health spaces for teenagers.
Italy is preparing its 12th military aid package for Ukraine, which will include new supplies of ammunition and missiles for SAMP/T air defense systems. The package could be approved by the end of the year, depending on the speed of parliamentary procedures.
Today, a meeting of the "coalition of the willing" is taking place in London to discuss increasing pressure on Russia and supporting Ukraine. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will call for the removal of Russian energy from the world market and the acceleration of long-range weapons supplies.
German Economy Minister Katharina Reiche arrived in Kyiv to discuss the restoration of Ukraine's energy infrastructure and the expansion of German-Ukrainian defense cooperation. She promised to explore how Germany can provide more concrete support in this area.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy held a series of meetings with European leaders during the EU Summit in Brussels.
President Zelenskyy held a meeting with Umerov, outlining priorities: preparing defense agreements to strengthen aviation and meetings with European leaders. Also a priority is the agenda of Staff meetings.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders, including Merz, Macron, and Starmer, advocated for an immediate ceasefire. They propose considering the current line of contact as a starting point for negotiations, supporting Trump's position.
Ukraine's allies are seeking to strengthen its position ahead of Trump-Putin talks, fearing a bad deal. They are preparing a support package that includes funding, weapons, and new sanctions against Russia, and plan to involve Zelenskyy in any negotiations.
UK Defence Secretary John Healey announced preparations for a possible deployment of troops to Ukraine after a peace agreement is reached, allocating over $134 million. British military personnel will train Ukrainian soldiers away from the front line.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated the employees of the State Border Guard Service intelligence units on Intelligence Day. The Head of State noted the importance of their work for the country's security.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will travel to London to attend a meeting of the coalition of the willing, co-chaired by Sir Keir Starmer, Emmanuel Macron, and Friedrich Merz. The coalition aims to unite countries to protect the peace agreement in Ukraine.
