Корецький Сергій Федорович
On November 14, A-95 Energy at Ukrnafta fell by UAH 3, to UAH 86. 90 per liter. The average price of autogas rose to UAH 61.79 per liter.
The President discussed infrastructure protection, security, and assistance to people in winter with representatives of communities. Such meetings will be held regularly.
Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi said that businesses could suffer losses of $8 billion in 2026 due to Russian attacks. Ukraine is creating a fund for war-risk insurance.
Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi forecasts a price decline after cheaper supplies arrive. The expert expects gasoline to cost UAH 80 within 2–3 weeks.
The Ministry of Defense is finalizing a draft law to strengthen liability for evading service and unauthorized absence from a military unit. The government is also preparing new mobilization rules.
Serhii Koretskyi said that the government may refrain from charging for heating in the event of destruction. For now, this decision is premature.
The government has approved the procedure for restoring aeromedical evacuation with the participation of the State Emergency Service of Ukraine. Experts explained whether this could become a step toward restoring civilian flights.
Lawmakers backed draft law No. 16144 on the evaluation of prosecutors, competitions for leadership positions, and disciplinary changes. Experts doubt the independence of the procedures.
Parliament supported laws to fulfill commitments to the IMF and the EU. They simplify VAT, banking procedures, and the bankruptcy process for small businesses.
Ukraine and its international partners are agreeing on a joint funding plan for 2027 by the end of November. The EU may cover the €45 billion shortfall.
Ukraine is asking the EU to fund 1,200 mobile shelters, generators, buses, and fuel. Kyiv and frontline cities will be the first to receive the shelters.
The IMF has begun the combined second and third reviews of the $8. 1 billion EFF program. Ukraine could receive approximately $1.67 billion after approval by the Fund’s Board.
The IMF mission begins the second and third reviews of the EFF program for Ukraine. The parties will also agree on the parameters of the 2027 budget.
The government has approved uniform rules for identifying the bodies of deceased military personnel and civilians. More than UAH 600 million is planned for forensic medical examinations in 2027.
The government has approved the procedure for the aeromedical evacuation of patients, organs, and medical teams. The mechanism is planned to be launched by the end of the year.
This winter, western regions may be involved in restoring infrastructure following Russian attacks in Kyiv and the frontline regions. The government expects additional emergency crews.
In Lviv, the governments of Ukraine and Slovakia signed a declaration and agreed to open bilingual secondary schools. Slovakia will transfer three electric locomotives and €1 million in aid.
The EU has provided Ukraine with €4. 36 billion under the Ukraine Support Loan. The funds will be used for budget expenditures and the needs of the Defense Forces.
Ukraine has already opened four negotiating clusters with the EU and plans to open the rest by the end of the year. In early 2027, it expects an assessment of its reforms.
The government is working through the Council’s conclusions to prepare the 2027 budget for its second reading. The priorities are defense, resilience, and social support.
Ukraine has already opened four of the six negotiating clusters with the EU. Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi expects the remaining ones to be opened by the end of the year.
Twenty-four people were killed and others injured after a Russian strike on a school in Komyshuvakha. The search is being hampered by the threat of another attack.
UAH 294. 8 million will be allocated for shelters in 84 maternity hospitals, and another UAH 59.8 million for the protection of hospitals. The funds will be redistributed within the budget of the Ministry of Health.
The financing of the Defense Forces will be fully provided, but Ukraine needs approximately €29 billion for other budget expenditures. In November they expect at least €4 billion.
The government plans to extend the transition period and allow neighboring shelters. Protection-capacity requirements will depend on the number of people.
Russian strikes have caused nearly $8 billion in damage to Ukraine and reduced tax revenues. Kyiv expects practical assistance from its partners.
Konotop has remained without electricity for the fifth day following Russia’s attack on an energy facility. The government will provide diesel fuel for boiler houses, the water utility, and generators.
Funds from Japan and the World Bank have already been received by the state budget. The total financing for the THRIVE project has reached $701.7 million.
On October 28, the Verkhovna Rada approved the 2027 budget with 239 votes. Priorities include defense, social benefits, and pay increases for military personnel.
Bolt, Uklon, Uber, and OPTI have limited fare increases in Kyiv to 75% during alerts and transport stoppages. The limit will remain in effect for at least two hours after the all-clear.