On November 23, power outage schedules will be applied in most regions of Ukraine. From 1 to 2.5 queues will be without electricity, restrictions will be in effect from 00:00 to 23:59.
The Cabinet of Ministers initiated an audit of JSC "Ukrainian Defense Industry", the Defense Procurement Agency, and the State Logistics Operator. The renewal of the supervisory boards of these enterprises has also begun, and the Accounting Chamber will inspect ARMA and FDMU.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has ordered an audit of state-owned energy and defense companies. He also initiated a review of ARMA and FDMU.
Timur Mindich and Oleksandr Tsukerman are listed in the Ministry of Internal Affairs' database as persons hiding from pre-trial investigation bodies.
On the night of November 22, residents of occupied Crimea reported explosions. ASTRA's OSINT analysis indicates an attack on the 220 kV Krasnoperekopsk power substation, which is key for the north of the peninsula.
The US has issued a general license permitting certain financial transactions related to Russia's Paks II nuclear power plant project in Hungary. The authorized transactions involve Gazprombank, VTB Bank, and the Central Bank of the Russian Federation, provided they pertain to the implementation of the nuclear power plant project.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported that from late August to October 2025, the Defense Forces conducted counteroffensive operations in the Dobropillia direction. Russian losses amounted to over 13,000 killed and wounded.
Donald Trump stated on November 21 that Volodymyr Zelenskyy must sign his peace plan, otherwise Ukraine will have to continue fighting. Trump emphasized that the US has its own vision for peace, which Zelenskyy should accept.
Prime Minister of Ukraine Yulia Svyrydenko announced an expected reduction in power outages. This will be possible thanks to the coordination of the government and regional administrations after discussing ways to stabilize energy supply.
On November 22, electricity consumption restrictions will be applied throughout Ukraine due to Russian attacks. Outages will last around the clock, affecting 1 to 3.5 queues of consumers.
The "Servant of the People" faction proposes Denys Maslov for the post of Minister of Justice, and this proposal was supported by the President. Maslov is a People's Deputy of the 9th convocation, a member of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Legal Policy, and a former judge.
Lukoil has dissolved the supervisory board of its international business due to US sanctions pressure. The company's management is concentrated in the hands of managing director Alexander Matitsyn; despite the reorganization, the international structure remains under Lukoil's control.
The heating season continues in all regions of Ukraine, 96% of the housing stock is connected to centralized heating. Almost 98% of boiler houses and over 98% of social infrastructure facilities are operating.
The Ministry of Energy denied Ukraine's electricity exports, explaining that production is entirely for domestic consumption. Damage to thermal and hydroelectric power plants by enemy attacks has reduced production capacity, so exports are not carried out.
International Holding Company from the UAE, led by the brother of the UAE president, has expressed interest in acquiring assets of "Lukoil", which is under US sanctions. The US Treasury Department has allowed companies to negotiate with "Lukoil" until December 13.
European leaders are urgently coordinating a response to the US-Russia peace plan for Ukraine. The initiative has caused panic and concern among European officials, who believe it could force Ukraine to cede territory and limit NATO force deployment.
On November 18, Delo. ua and Ekonomika+ held the GET Business Festival 2025, where 1,500 entrepreneurs, investors, and top managers discussed doing business in unstable conditions. Over 100 speakers on three stages touched upon digital transformation, production scaling, and partnerships.
European natural gas futures hit an 18-month low, and oil prices fell by more than 1%. This happened amid easing weather forecasts and discussions of a peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia proposed by the US.
Kramatorsk and Druzhkivka in Donetsk Oblast are without power due to an emergency situation. Invincibility points operate at their usual addresses.
As a result of new Russian attacks, some residents of Kharkiv and Dnipropetrovsk regions were left without electricity. Due to bad weather, there are power outages in Mykolaiv region, and blackout schedules are in effect 24/7 in all regions of Ukraine.
Axios has published US President Donald Trump's 28-point plan for peace in Ukraine. The document provides for territorial concessions, security guarantees, and economic components.
US Permanent Representative to the UN Mike Waltz stated Washington's readiness to increase economic pressure on Russia. This will happen if the Kremlin does not agree to a ceasefire and does not start real negotiations, and also continues to provide military support to Ukraine.
The European Union has announced a new €17 million call for proposals under the Ukraine Facility to support civil society in Ukraine. The call includes five thematic areas, and civil society organizations from all over Ukraine are eligible to participate.
The United States Agency for Global Media has decided to close Szabad Europa, the Hungarian editorial office of Radio Free Europe, as of November 21, 2025. The reasons for the cessation of operations have not been disclosed, despite previous accusations of excessive criticism of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.
A fire broke out at the UN COP30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil, leading to the evacuation of delegates. Brazilian organizers stated that the fire was under control and there were no casualties.
Indian company Reliance Industries Ltd. has stopped processing Russian oil at the export-oriented section of its Jamnagar refinery due to US sanctions. This will allow the plant to supply fuel to Europe and avoid a ban on importing petroleum products made from Russian oil.
MP Nagornyak stated that Ukrainian water utilities are in a critical financial state. This could lead to their disconnection from the power grid and the cessation of water supply in large cities.
Emergency power outages, which were in effect in most regions, have been canceled in Ukraine. Hourly blackout schedules remain in effect.
Russia and China held consultations on missile defense and strategic stability, agreeing to strengthen cooperation. This comes amid concerns about US plans to create a new missile defense system and resume nuclear testing.
On November 21, power outage schedules will be in effect in most regions of Ukraine. The restrictions, which will last from 00:00 to 23:59, will affect 2.5 to 4 queues of consumers, as well as industrial facilities.
