Greece has begun fossil fuel drilling in the Mediterranean with US backing, for the first time in over four decades. This occurred on the day of the COP30 climate summit, where world leaders called for increased action on climate change.
Romanian Defense Minister Sorin Moldovan urged the US to reverse the plan to withdraw 800 troops from the country to avoid strengthening Russian propaganda about NATO's disunity. The Pentagon is redeploying an infantry brigade to Kentucky, focusing on domestic priorities and the Indo-Pacific region.
Zelenskyy presented awards to servicemen for the unique evacuation of a wounded soldier. The fighter, who spent 33 days in occupied territory, was rescued with the help of a ground robotic complex.
President Zelenskyy announced upcoming agreements with European partners regarding new opportunities in defense and active operations. New support packages and an important agreement for military capabilities are expected in November.
At the same time, ministers will continue to perform their duties until a new government is appointed, and the Ukrainian flag, which was hoisted after the start of the full-scale Russian invasion in 2022, was removed from the country's parliament building.
President Zelenskyy instructed the National Security and Defense Council to prepare new decisions against Russian arms production and individuals with Ukrainian citizenship who chose Russia. The activities of collaborators cooperating with Russia during the war must be blocked.
Karol Nawrocki emphasized that supporting Ukraine does not relieve him of the duty to defend Warsaw's interests. He mentioned the lack of gratitude, unresolved exhumation issues, and the agricultural product crisis.
In Dnipro, on the evening of November 6, 6 people were injured as a result of a Russian UAV attack. Residential buildings were also damaged.
Ukrainian and Swedish sides are making progress on financing a deal that could include Kyiv's purchase of up to 150 Gripen E fighter jets. Stockholm is considering export credits, frozen Russian assets, and an aid program for Ukraine to cover part of the costs.
Russian occupiers continue to attack Dnipropetrovsk region, particularly energy infrastructure facilities, which has resulted in casualties and significant destruction. The head of the Dnipropetrovsk Regional Council announced possible new attacks on the night of November 7, urging residents of the region to prepare.
President Zelenskyy discussed with Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov strengthening energy security and defense cooperation. The parties agreed on joint production of defense products, particularly for security in the Black Sea.
On November 7, consumption restriction measures will be applied in most regions of Ukraine due to the consequences of Russian attacks. Hourly outage schedules will be in effect from 08:00 to 21:00 for household consumers, and from 08:00 to 22:00 for industrial consumers.
The Volgograd oil refinery in Russia suspended operations after a Ukrainian drone attack on November 5. The plant processed 13.7 million metric tons of oil in 2024, accounting for 5.1% of the total volume.
On the evening of November 6, explosions were heard in Dnipro due to an attack by Russian UAVs, starting from 5:30 p. m. Explosions were also recorded in Pavlohrad, Dnipropetrovsk region.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić stated that the decision not to impose sanctions against Russia could be reconsidered. The government has the right to change this decision, adopted by the National Security Council in 2022.
President Zelenskyy held talks with Kenyan President William Ruto, during which they discussed security challenges and bilateral cooperation. The parties also touched upon the issue of Russian recruitment of foreigners and Kenya's support for the Ukrainian resolution at the UN regarding the abduction of children.
On November 6, Russians attacked a passenger bus in the Kramatorsk community of Donetsk region with a drone. As a result of the FPV drone strike with a warhead, passengers were injured.
A Russian assault soldier who shot a captured Ukrainian serviceman in the Zaporizhzhia direction has been convicted in Ukraine. The occupier received a life sentence for killing an unarmed serviceman.
This decision will allow the reservation of conscripted employees for the period of mobilization and wartime.
The European Council and Parliament have agreed to accelerate investments in the EU defense industry as part of the ReArm Europe plan. Ukraine will gain access to the European Defense Fund for joint developments.
In Ukraine, BYD, Volkswagen, and Zeekr electric cars are in the highest demand, with China being the main supplier. The average price of an electric car is $21,000, and import duty exemptions for them reached UAH 14.5 billion in 2025.
The Southern Defense Forces of Ukraine denied information about the enemy's capture of territories in Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia regions. Over the past day, the enemy lost more than two hundred personnel in the South.
German pianist and conductor Justus Frantz received the Order of Friendship from Putin, which sparked criticism. A Bundestag deputy called for Frantz to be stripped of his German Order of Merit due to his actions.
Mariia Zheliaskova from Ukraine for the first time entered the top 8 finalists of the "Miss Earth 2025" competition and won the title of "Vice Miss". The final took place on November 5 in the Philippines, where Zheliaskova represented Ukraine.
The EU Commission is considering introducing additional visa restrictions that may affect Russian citizens. These measures are under consideration, but their final scope has not yet been determined.
Two 15-year-old boys were injured in a forest near Novhorod-Siverskyi due to the explosion of a part of a downed Russian drone. The teenagers were picking mushrooms and approached the drone's debris, which then detonated.
93 combat engagements were recorded in a day, the enemy intensified in the north and east. The occupiers are unsuccessfully storming in several directions, with most attacks in Pokrovsk.
The Polish Ministry of National Defense is launching a pilot voluntary defense training program "wGotowości" on November 22. It will last five weeks and will cover approximately 400,000 citizens, including children and the elderly.
From January 1, 2026, a new procedure for state assistance at childbirth will be introduced in Ukraine. Some families will receive one-time payments, while others will receive regular funds until the child reaches a certain age.
The Russian authorities are preparing the population for a sharp deterioration in living standards due to a record budget deficit, which will reach 5. 74 trillion rubles in 2025. The Kremlin plans to raise taxes, cut social programs, and shift responsibility for unpopular decisions to governors and senators.
