President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expects the Verkhovna Rada to adopt the State Budget for 2026. He also expects the presentation of candidates for the positions of Ministers of Energy and Justice.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the need to assess current ministers regarding their compliance with the challenges of the war and the upcoming winter. He also expects candidates for the ministers of energy and justice.
An Italian court has ruled that plans to build a bridge between mainland Italy and Sicily violate environmental regulations and EU tender rules. The country's government is not abandoning the project, which is set to become the longest in the world and contribute to the region's economic development.
The Russian economy is entering its final phase in 2025 with a rapid deterioration of corporate performance, an increase in non-payments by state structures, and a deepening crisis in entire sectors. The accumulated net financial result of organizations in January–September fell by 7.7% year-on-year, and the total losses of Russian organizations over nine months increased by almost a quarter year-on-year, reaching 6.52 trillion rubles.
The Ministry of Economy denied information about the curtailment of the "National Cashback" program, promising payments for September on November 29-30. 3.8 million Ukrainians will receive over 598 million hryvnias, which can be spent on utility services, medicines, books, postal services, and charity.
Kyiv does not plan to cancel or reduce the curfew for Christmas and New Year. The military command will decide on the duration, but for now, changes are not being considered due to security risks.
IDPs from temporarily occupied territories who have a combatant certificate can apply for a housing voucher worth over UAH 2 million as early as next month.
EU countries are increasing pressure on Belgium to unblock 140 billion euros of frozen Russian reserves. Belgium is accused of concealing information about tax revenues received from these assets.
The Asset Recovery and Management Agency has started collecting tender proposals for IDS Ukraine assets until December 12, 2025. The auction will take place on Prozorro in December 2025, with expected budget revenues of at least UAH 24 million per month.
Russia's international reserves fell by $5. 0 billion in a week, and Russian companies' losses sharply increased in 2025. The share of unprofitable coal enterprises reached 68.1%, and passenger car production decreased by 46.7%.
Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever stated that the EU's plan to use frozen Russian assets to finance Ukraine could harm a peace agreement. Belgium has not seen the legal wording from the European Commission, which will present a proposal this week on the use of the assets.
The European Commission is urging Western allies to speed up payments on a $50 billion loan to Ukraine. This comes as Belgium is stalling EU efforts to support Ukraine with a larger financing scheme using Russian assets.
The Central Bank of Russia reported a deterioration in the financial condition of enterprises and an increase in problem debt. The net profit of companies decreased by 23% in the first eight months of 2025.
Czech Prime Minister Fiala stated that the Czech Republic earned more than it spent on supporting Ukraine during the war. According to him, since the beginning of the war in 2022, aid for all departments and government agencies has reached 91.3 billion crowns.
The sanctions coalition imposed restrictions on over 500 entities in Russia's energy sector, including oil tankers and financial institutions. This led to a decrease in the price of Russian oil and a reduction in its exports, forecasting significant losses for the Russian budget.
ESA plans to increase its budget to €22. 1 billion for the next three years. Germany will significantly increase its contribution, and ESA hopes for the participation of European astronauts in NASA's Artemis lunar mission.
The HACC Appeals Chamber upheld the legality of seizing almost UAH 3. 3 million of unjustified assets from a Ministry of Justice official for the state budget. This refers to the value of a 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Vogue car, registered to his daughter but actually used by the official.
Ukrposhta CEO Ihor Smilianskyi commented on the photo of a woman with a "Russian passport" in Dnipro. He stated that she was an "agent" who returned from a mission and did not have time to take out her Ukrainian passport from the cover.
The return of tax preferences for the aviation industry, which were in effect until 2024, can bring the state 55 billion hryvnias in tax revenues over 10 years. This will also stimulate the development of a strategic industry that is currently on the verge of survival.
American analysts have identified little-known sanctions that could harm the Russian war machine, focusing on chemicals for lubricants and tires. Blocking the Chinese company Xinxiang Richful and other suppliers could create a shortage of these critical materials.
Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna stated that there are no signs of a quick peace in Ukraine. He noted that Putin is using a tactical moment to increase pressure on the front and civilians, expressing skepticism about a US-led peace agreement.
The Central Bank of Russia has begun direct sales of gold from its reserves on the domestic market. This is aimed at supporting the ruble and covering budget needs.
Law enforcement officers served suspicion notices to three individuals who illegally extracted 14. 1 thousand cubic meters of sand in Kyiv Oblast. The damages to the state amounted to almost UAH 16 million, and the market value of the sand exceeds UAH 4 million.
According to the depository's management, this could scare investors in European government debt and lead to countermeasures from the Russian side.
Germany is developing and implementing a secret 1,200-page "Operational Plan Germany" (OPLAN DEU) in case of war with Russia, which provides for the transfer of up to 800,000 NATO troops to the front line. The plan details logistics and defense, and also brings back a Cold War mentality, taking into account modern threats and infrastructure problems.
Thanks to sanctions, Russian oil exports have already decreased by 15-20%, and crude oil production in the Russian Federation will decrease by 5% by the end of the year. The 20th package of EU sanctions is being discussed, which includes restrictions on the financial sector and the infrastructure of the shadow fleet.
Ukraine and the International Monetary Fund have reached a staff-level agreement on a new 4-year support program worth $8. 2 billion. This program will help finance critical expenditures and maintain macro-financial stability.
Romania has agreed to introduce supervision of sanctioned companies, which also applies to Russia's "Lukoil".
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.
