The Ministry of Defense has allocated an additional UAH 2. 1 billion for the procurement of drones and equipment for the Armed Forces brigades through the DOT-Chain Defense marketplace. In total, almost UAH 6.3 billion has been allocated for these procurements, ensuring fast deliveries without bureaucracy.
President Zelenskyy discussed personnel reshuffle in the energy sector with Prime Minister Svyrydenko. Today, the powers of some supervisory board members of state energy companies are being terminated, and new members will be appointed in December.
The defense ministers of the European Union countries discussed further support for Ukraine and European defense, emphasizing the critical importance of making a decision on multi-year funding for Kyiv.
Ukraine and Norway have signed a document on joint production of Ukrainian drones, which will allow scaling up the capabilities of the Ukrainian defense industry. The pilot production line is planned to be deployed in 2026.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the need to change basic documents on Ukraine's defense, including the country's defense plan. He agreed with Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal on preparing detailed proposals for government approval.
Ukraine and Great Britain have signed a licensing agreement for the Ukrainian Octopus interceptor drone. Mass production of interceptors is planned, which will be transferred to Ukraine to strengthen its air defense.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine transferred 1. 5 hectares of land to Lviv for the Memorial Complex of Military Burials of the Heroes of Ukraine. This decision creates a legal basis for the implementation of the project to honor the Defenders.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine received the first 100,000 FPV drones for the Armed Forces through the DOT-Chain Defence platform. The average delivery time for FPV drones is only 7 days, and units independently choose models from 40 manufacturing companies.
According to Denys Shmyhal, these drones will allow Ukrainian military personnel to more effectively counter Russian drones.
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal met with US Secretary of the Army Daniel Driscoll in Kyiv, discussing defense innovations and the implementation of agreements. Ukraine is grateful to the US for approving the sale of a support package for the Patriot air defense system worth $105 million.
The Cabinet of Ministers approved an experimental procedure that allows enterprises to be involved in forming air defense groups. Operators of critical infrastructure and enterprises with the necessary resources can join the project.
The Cabinet of Ministers has established academic scholarships in memory of the defenders who died for Ukraine. The amount of scholarships for cadets, students, and adjuncts of military universities will be up to 10,000 hryvnias.
The Ukrainian defense industry has presented 370 new ammunition models, 250 of which are designed for unmanned systems. This was made possible by deregulation and the involvement of 76 new manufacturers in fulfilling state contracts.
Ukraine is launching mass production of the Octopus interceptor drone to combat Iranian "Shaheds. " The technology has been transferred to three manufacturers, with eleven more preparing for launch.
The next meeting of the Contact Group is scheduled for December 3. Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal emphasized Ukraine's need for additional air defense systems and guided missiles.
Air Defense Coordination Centers, similar to the one in Kharkiv, will be established in Chernihiv, Poltava, and Zaporizhzhia regions. This will strengthen the Ukrainian air defense shield for effective counteraction to Russian terror.
The President of Ukraine approved the appointment of Yuriy Cherevashenko as the commander of unmanned air defense systems. Minister of Defense Denys Shmyhal has already signed the relevant order.
Denys Shmyhal and Norwegian Defense Minister Tore Sandvik signed memorandums on unified quality standards for defense products and the creation of a joint defense enterprise. Norway will allocate $7 billion for Ukraine's defense needs next year.
The Ministry of Defense is preparing new types of contracts for servicemen for a period of 1 to 5 years. They provide for increased payments, bonuses, and an expanded social package.
Defense ministers from ten Joint Expeditionary Force countries will meet in Norway. This is the first JEF meeting with the participation of Ukraine's defense minister and the first above the Arctic Circle.
A new procedure for processing and extending deferrals from mobilization has come into force in Ukraine. Over 720,000 deferrals have been extended automatically, with most applications submitted via Reserve+.
Denys Shmyhal discussed defense cooperation with his Portuguese counterpart Nuno Melo. Portugal will contribute $50 million to the purchase of American weapons for Ukraine.
Ukraine and Croatia have agreed to expand joint arms production. A Letter of Intent on deepening defense-industrial cooperation was signed.
Croatian Defense Minister Ivan Anušić has arrived in Kyiv for a two-day official visit. He will meet with Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal and honor the victims of Russian aggression.
From November 1, 2025, new rules for processing deferrals from mobilization will be introduced in Ukraine, aimed at increasing transparency and digitalization of the process. Most deferrals will be extended automatically, and documents can be submitted online through the "Reserve+" application or offline at the ASC.
Through the "Army+" mobile application, servicemen have submitted 1 million electronic reports. The most popular ones are for annual leave (27.1%) and health recovery (22%).
Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson called on European countries to prepare for war to ensure peace and security on the continent. He emphasized the need for a change in mindset and readiness for new challenges, stressing that support for Ukraine in Sweden is extremely high.
On October 20, the "Servant of the People" faction will hold a Coordination Meeting with government representatives. They will discuss priority areas of state policy.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the US will receive certain types of Ukrainian drones. This comes as Ukraine and the US prepare an agreement on the production and supply of drones.
People's Deputy Yehor Cherniev stated that mobilization efforts in Ukraine are not being fulfilled 100%, and there are not enough people to form reserves, although there are enough to replenish losses. Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets reported an increase in complaints regarding human rights violations during mobilization by the TCC.
