President Zelenskyy held a phone conversation with President of the European Council António Costa, discussing the negotiation track and the planned meetings of the Ukrainian team with the American side. Ukraine expects meaningful work to achieve a lasting peace.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated at the OSCE Ministerial Council that Ukraine will use every opportunity to end the war if there is a chance to achieve peace at the negotiating table. He emphasized that peace must be sustainable and security guaranteed by real power.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha announced the invitation of the Ukrainian delegation to the US to continue the peace process.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha announced significant progress on the issue of using frozen Russian assets. Ukraine hopes for a relevant decision to be adopted by the end of this year.
Member states of the International Maritime Organization did not support Russia, which failed to secure a seat on the IMO Council. For several months, Ukraine had been explaining to its partners the true picture of Russian attacks on ports and civilian vessels.
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.
Russia's night attack with drones and missiles on Ukraine resulted in civilian deaths and injuries, and damaged homes and infrastructure. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha called it a terrorist response to the peaceful proposals of the US and Trump.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine held telephone conversations with the heads of the foreign policy agencies of India and Great Britain. Peace efforts and coordination of steps to promote a just peace were discussed ahead of the meeting of national security advisors.
President Zelenskyy announced that Kyiv is actively working on the document proposed by the United States regarding the end of the war. Negotiations with partners continue hourly to coordinate Ukraine's position.
Ukraine stated at the UN Security Council its readiness to consider the American peace plan for resolving the war, emphasizing its unwavering position regarding its territorial integrity. No temporarily occupied territories are recognized as Russian, and Ukraine reserves the right to self-defense.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha expressed solidarity with Poland after the act of sabotage on its railways. Ukraine is ready to assist in the investigation if requested, as this could be a hybrid attack by Russia.
G7 ambassadors noted the President of Ukraine's support for an independent investigation by NABU and SAPO into the energy corruption scandal. They expect Ukraine to continue its efforts in fighting corruption, which is key to Euro-Atlantic integration.
During his visit to Canada, Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha met with Paul Grod, President of the Ukrainian World Congress. They discussed cooperation with Ukrainian communities and plans for 2026 to strengthen the unity of the Ukrainian people at home and abroad.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha met with US Secretary of State Mark Rubio at the G7 meeting in Canada. They discussed the situation on the battlefield, peace initiatives, and strengthening Ukraine's defense and energy resilience.
Canada has announced a new package of sanctions against Russia, which includes restrictions on 100 "shadow fleet" tankers, 13 individuals, and 11 companies. For the first time, Canada has also imposed sanctions on companies supporting Russia's cyber infrastructure, which is used in hybrid strategies against Ukraine.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Russia attacked substations supplying electricity to the Khmelnytskyi and Rivne nuclear power plants. He called for an urgent meeting of the IAEA Board of Governors.
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, at least 1,436 citizens from 36 African countries are fighting in the Russian army in Ukraine, although the actual number may be higher. Russia recruits them using various methods, promising money or deception, and most of them die on the front lines.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed hope that Ukraine would become an EU member by 2030, emphasizing the importance of quickly opening clusters. The European Commission noted Ukraine's progress but called for accelerating reforms to achieve this goal.
Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Russian shelling of Ukrainian NPP substations could not have happened without the involvement of Rosatom specialists. The IAEA confirmed damage to substations that ensure the safe operation of Ukrainian nuclear power plants.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha announced that the 19th package of sanctions will lead to a loss of up to $20 billion for the Russian state budget. This will reduce budget revenues that finance the war.
Ukraine supported Lithuania over Belarusian provocations and airspace incursions, which caused disruptions to civil aviation. Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha called Lukashenka's actions hybrid attacks by the Russian Federation against Europe.
Ukraine is closing its embassy in Havana and downgrading diplomatic ties with Cuba. This decision is a response to Cuba's support for Russian aggression.
Ukraine voted against the resolution to end the American blockade of Cuba at the UN. This decision is a response to Cuba's support for Russian aggression, including wishing success to Putin and the participation of Cuban citizens in the war.
The Netherlands will allocate 25 million euros in financial aid to Ukraine for energy support. This was stated by the country's Foreign Minister, David Van Weel, during a briefing in Kyiv.
White House Special Representative Steve Witkoff has received an official invitation to visit Ukraine. This was stated by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andriy Sybiha.
In Ukraine, the installation of solar power plants in medical facilities continues in preparation for winter and to strengthen energy autonomy. In Sambir, a 55.68 kW solar power plant was installed on the roof of the city hospital, ensuring the uninterrupted operation of critical infrastructure.
Spain will transfer 70 generators to Ukraine to strengthen its energy system, Andriy Sybiha announced after a meeting with José Manuel Albares. Military-technical cooperation and increased sanctions pressure on Russia were also discussed.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine reports that Russia plans to increase propaganda spending by 54% in 2026. This comes against the backdrop of cuts in military spending and funding for state programs, including healthcare.
Slovakia will transfer a new energy equipment package worth 500,000 euros to Ukraine. The country will also allocate 300,000 euros for the construction of shelters in schools in frontline areas.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine called the shelling a conscious demonstration of the immutability of the Kremlin's aggressive actions. He compared Russia's actions to genocide, referring to the Genocide Convention, and called for increased pressure on Moscow.
