President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen. Issues of strengthening sanctions against Russia, financial assistance to Ukraine, and the use of frozen Russian assets were discussed.
The US says Xi Jinping is trying to build an alternative world order, relying on allies among anti-democratic states such as Russia and North Korea. The U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission published its annual report with dozens of recommendations.
The European Space Agency (ESA) has requested 22 billion euros for the next three years and will present a proposal for 1. 35 billion euros for a new program to strengthen defense capabilities in space. This is the first time that the civilian organization ESA, founded in 1975, is moving into the military sector.
A roe deer, which underwent limb amputation after a car accident in Kyiv Oblast, did not survive the massive Russian shelling on the night of November 25. Its heart stopped from the horror of the explosions, despite all the efforts of the Wild Animal Rescue Center.
Alexander Lukashenka proposed to Vladimir Putin to hold talks on Ukraine in Minsk. The proposal was made during a meeting of the leaders at the CSTO summit in Bishkek.
The government has simplified the procedure for receiving compensation under the "eRecovery" program for co-owned housing. This will allow one of the co-owners to apply for assistance, even if the other cannot be reached.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed bill 4656-IX, which amends the Law of Ukraine "On Burial and Funeral Business". The document provides a clear legal mechanism for the reburial of fallen servicemen at state expense.
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.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that the dates for contacts between the Russian side and US President Donald Trump's special envoy Stephen Witkoff in Moscow have not yet been determined. He also called judgments about Russia's proximity to a peace agreement with Ukraine premature.
On November 25, 2025, Ukraine and NATO announced the launch of UNITE – Brave NATO, a joint program for innovation, technology, and engineering. The program's first competition, conducted by the NATO Communications and Information Agency, will focus on countering unmanned aerial systems, strengthening air defense, and communication security, with grants up to 10 million euros.
Ukraine's Defense Forces struck military targets and Russian military-industrial complex facilities, including the "VNIIIR-Progress" plant in Cheboksary. A command post, a Tor-M1 air defense system, ammunition depots, and an enemy personnel concentration area were also hit.
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.
US President Donald Trump issued an ultimatum to Kyiv regarding the adoption of a peace plan, threatening to stop arms and intelligence supplies. POLITICO claims that Europe will not be able to fully replace American support, and Ukraine will face serious difficulties without US assistance.
Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council, stated that Russia shows no signs of wanting to end the war. Ukrainian soldiers are holding the front in difficult battles in the Huliaipole, Kupyansk, and Pokrovsk directions.
Valerian Sobolev, a missile technology designer known as the creator of the Topol and Iskander missiles, has died in Russia. The latter are used by Russia to strike Ukraine.
The concert of Soviet and Austrian pianist Elisabeth Leonskaja, who visited Russia and performed with pro-Putin musicians, has been canceled in the Netherlands. This is the result of joint efforts by the Embassy of Ukraine, the Ukrainian Institute, the community, and the honorary consul.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen outlined five EU priorities for peace talks to end Russia's war against Ukraine in the European Parliament on November 26. She emphasized the importance of a just peace, Ukraine's sovereignty, financial support, the role of the EU and NATO, and the return of abducted children.
Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže arrived in Kyiv on November 26, where she was met by her Ukrainian counterpart Andriy Sybiha. She declared the support of the Latvian government and society for Ukraine in its struggle for a peaceful future.
Difficult weather conditions - rain and fog - complicate the work of Ukrainian defense forces, and effectively "cover" the enemy's actions.
In the Huliaipole direction, the enemy intensified assault operations and shelling, spreading panic among Ukrainians. The Defense Forces destroy hundreds of occupiers and dozens of units of enemy equipment daily, urging people to trust only verified information from the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The number of vacancies with booking options has increased 8-fold over the year, with the most offers in blue-collar professions. Demand among job seekers has also significantly increased, rising 16-fold, according to OLX Robota.
Two employees of the Sukhodil Correctional Colony in Luhansk region have been notified of suspicion in absentia. They tortured over forty Ukrainian prisoners of war with electric current and beat them.
Putin's aide, Yuri Ushakov, stated that the Kremlin had not discussed the US peace plan, having received several unofficial options. He added that representatives of the Russian and Ukrainian special services periodically meet in the UAE to discuss sensitive issues, including prisoner exchanges.
EU countries are working on a "plan B" in case they cannot reach an agreement on seizing frozen Russian assets to finance Ukraine.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced her readiness to present a legal text for a reparations loan to Ukraine amounting to €140 billion. This will happen after presenting EU countries with financing options for Ukraine in 2026-2027.
Leonid Fedun, co-founder of Russia's Lukoil, sold his stake in the company, valued at approximately $7 billion. This happened after months of avoiding Western sanctions that affected Lukoil in October.
On October 16, Russian dictator Vladimir Putin convinced Donald Trump not to approve the transfer of long-range Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine. This happened on the eve of Volodymyr Zelenskyy's visit to the White House.
Russian troops attacked energy infrastructure in Donetsk and Kharkiv regions. Emergency power outages have been applied in Kharkiv, Sumy, and Poltava regions.
French authorities have arrested three people on suspicion of spying for Russia and promoting its war propaganda. The arrests come amid growing concerns about Russian interference across Europe.
European leaders, including France and Great Britain, are discussing the creation of multinational military forces to support Ukraine after a peace agreement with Russia. A working group has been established to clarify the details of military assistance, which may include troop deployment and air support.
