Russia's war against Ukraine is increasingly affecting the daily lives of Russians, leaving a noticeable mark on the economy. Russians are experiencing price increases faster than wage growth and are cutting back on food spending.
Germany has announced winter aid to Ukraine amounting to 170 million euros, as well as increased military support. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz noted that the total amount of German aid to Ukraine has reached 11.5 billion euros.
On November 27, electricity consumption restrictions will be introduced throughout Ukraine due to the consequences of Russian attacks. Throughout the day, hourly outage schedules will be in effect, and for industrial enterprises, power limitation schedules will be applied.
The Ministry of Community Development has announced a call for applications from local self-government bodies to participate in a pilot project to create a municipal fund of affordable rental housing. The project's funding involves attracting 100 million euros from the European Investment Bank and the European Commission.
The high-profile anti-corruption operation by NABU and SAPO, which ended with the escape of businessman Timur Mindich, revealed deep systemic problems. The low quality of suspicions, the political context, and the lack of results in major cases undermine trust in the anti-corruption infrastructure.
The Appeals Chamber of the HACC recognized as erroneous the report on leaving unchanged the preventive measure for former Deputy Prime Minister Oleksiy Chernysov. The court hearing in Chernysov's case has not yet taken place.
Ukrainian intelligence reports that Russia is facing a significant increase in the cost of gasoline and diesel fuel due to a change in the pricing mechanism. The government plans to abandon the link to inflation, switching to a composite index that takes into account a wider set of factors.
SAP and NABU exposed an organized group that embezzled 140 million UAH of budget funds intended for the restoration of heat and water supply in Donetsk region. Five participants, including an official of the Donetsk Regional State Administration, have been notified of suspicion.
The National Commission for State Regulation in the Spheres of Energy and Public Utilities is maximally simplifying the conditions for the development of electricity and heat production. This applies to the production of thermal energy in cogeneration units and reducing the number of documents required to obtain a license.
Installing solar panels in a private house can make its owner 100% energy independent. However, additional equipment is needed to store electricity, as the panels themselves only work when there is sunlight.
Russian troops attacked energy infrastructure in Donetsk and Kharkiv regions. Emergency power outages have been applied in Kharkiv, Sumy, and Poltava regions.
Over 794,000 enforcement proceedings regarding utility debts have been recorded in Ukraine, 60% of which have been closed without payment. This year, 194,000 new proceedings have been opened, two-thirds of which remain open.
Over 280,000 frontline families have received targeted assistance for electricity payments as part of Winter Support. The state compensates 100 kWh per person per month, but no more than 300 kWh per family.
Turkey seeks to facilitate direct contacts between the parties to achieve a just and lasting peace in Ukraine. President Erdogan maintains contact with both the Ukrainian and Russian sides.
In the Karachay-Cherkess Republic of Russia, automotive gas has disappeared from gas filling stations. Activists link this to a shortage and the redirection of fuel for military needs.
In the third quarter of 2025, Russia's coal industry deepened into systemic imbalances, leading to a persistent crisis, according to the Foreign Intelligence Service. 74% of companies are operating at a loss, and 23% have completely stopped production, with the industry's total loss reaching $3.32 billion.
Former SAP prosecutor Stanislav Bronytskyi criticized NABU Director Semen Kryvonos' statement regarding Timur Mindich's escape, calling it a manipulation. He emphasized that there are long-established methods to prevent suspects from fleeing, which were not applied.
On November 26, power outage schedules will be in effect in all regions of Ukraine. Restrictions will be applied from 00:00 to 23:59 for 0.5-2.5 queues of consumers and industry.
In Odesa, on November 25, a third-floor balcony collapsed with two women born in 1941 and 1969 on it. Rescuers freed the victims from under the rubble and handed them over to medics.
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."
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi stated that the Zaporizhzhia NPP needs a special status and a cooperation agreement between Russia and Ukraine in the event of a peace agreement. This comes amid increased efforts by the administration of US President Donald Trump to end the war.
The Appellate Chamber of the High Anti-Corruption Court upheld the decision to detain former Deputy Prime Minister Oleksiy Chernyshov with the possibility of posting a bail of UAH 51. 6 million. Bail has already been posted for the suspect, and procedural obligations have been imposed, including surrendering his foreign passport.
DTEK canceled emergency blackouts on Kyiv's left bank. This happened after a massive combined enemy attack on the energy infrastructure.
The Caspian Pipeline Consortium has suspended operations near the marine terminal outside Novorossiysk due to a drone attack by the Ukrainian Armed Forces. CPC facilities in Yuzhnaya Ozereyevka, where the consortium's main control center is located, were damaged.
This winter, Ukraine will face the risk of prolonged power outages, which will depend on temperature and the intensity of Russian attacks. Expert Ivan Perehinets emphasized that economical electricity consumption can positively affect the situation and reduce the number of outages.
An official of the State Emergency Service in Poltava region has been served with a notice of suspicion due to inaccurate declarations for 2021 and 2022. He failed to declare a residential building, two cars, corporate rights of his ex-wife, and his own financial obligations totaling over UAH 17 million.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the damage to the aircraft repair plant in Taganrog with the experimental A-60 aircraft and the drone production enterprise. The oil terminal in Novorossiysk and the Tuapse refinery were also hit.
American Bitcoin co-founder Eric Trump posted a video from a mining farm in Texas. The facility uses American energy to mine Bitcoin and mines approximately 2% of the world's Bitcoin supply daily.
On the night of November 25, Russia launched a combined attack on Ukraine, using 22 missiles and 464 drones. Air defense forces neutralized 14 missiles, including one Kinzhal, and 438 drones.
On the night of November 24-25, the enemy attacked the energy infrastructure of Kyiv and several regions. Over 100,000 consumers were left without electricity, and emergency and hourly blackouts were implemented.
