The United States has updated its national security strategy, which envisages the restoration of relations with Russia, the cessation of the war in Ukraine and preventing NATO expansion. The document also emphasizes the independent strengthening of Europe's defense and the importance of the Indo-Pacific region.
President Zelenskyy discussed the direction of negotiations with the United States with First Deputy Foreign Minister Serhiy Kyslytsia. This happened against the backdrop of a meeting in Miami and the announced strengthening of work with partners.
European leaders are warning Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy not to succumb to Russia's demands without ironclad security commitments from the United States. They advise clearly defining America's role in security guarantees for Kyiv before agreeing to Russia's demands.
In 2026, the security and defense sector will receive UAH 2. 8 trillion, of which UAH 1.4 trillion will go to military personnel's monetary allowance. The government assures that payments to military personnel will be made in full without delays.
People's Deputy Yaroslav Zhelezniak reported that the new head of the Presidential Office may be announced today, following the resignation of Andriy Yermak a week ago. President Zelenskyy previously held meetings with candidates for the position.
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.
Four unknown military drones violated the no-fly zone near Dublin Airport, where Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's plane landed. The drones reached the aircraft's flight path a few minutes after its landing, and their origin is being investigated by the police.
Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides stated his country's readiness to provide maximum assistance to Ukraine on its path to EU membership. Cyprus will support Ukraine during its presidency of the EU Council, which begins in 27 days.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy believes that Cyprus' presidency of the EU Council in 2026 could be historic for Ukraine regarding the opening of negotiation clusters. He also thanked Cyprus for its support and emphasized the need for a new package of sanctions against Russia.
Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever blocked an EU plan to provide Ukraine with a 140 billion euro loan. He fears legal and financial retaliation from Russia.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov and Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Andriy Hnatov flew to the United States. They will hold talks with the American delegation on the peace plan, Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced.
Spiegel reported that the Élysée Palace, in a statement to the German publication, denied that Macron had spoken of any betrayal.
Political scientist Oleh Posternak in an op-ed for UNN on the possible consequences of Andriy Yermak's resignation for NBU Governor Andriy Pyshnyi and Investment Capital Ukraine.
Obolonsky District Court of Kyiv approved the payment of one-time assistance to the daughter of a National Guard soldier who died during the Russian invasion. The court established the fact that the girl was dependent on her father until the day of his death.
Negotiations to end the Russian-Ukrainian war involving US representatives have hit a snag due to Vladimir Putin's stance. The Russian dictator has effectively rejected the agreement and is also unwilling to see US special envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow.
French President Emmanuel Macron met with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing, where he sought to achieve a ceasefire in Ukraine and discussed trade relations. Macron called for a rebalancing of trade ties and cooperation with the G7.
President Zelenskyy announced preparations for meetings with the US after the American team's negotiations in Moscow and Washington. Rustem Umerov, Andriy Hnatov, and others will continue negotiations to advance Ukraine's peace plan.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov discussed security guarantees for Ukraine and Europe with national security advisors from key European countries, as well as representatives of the EU and NATO, in Brussels. The parties agreed on further consultations to achieve lasting peace.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha announced the invitation of the Ukrainian delegation to the US to continue the peace process.
Kyiv's Pechersk Court заочно sentenced former Prime Minister of Ukraine Mykola Azarov to 15 years in prison with confiscation of all property. He was found guilty of high treason and encroachment on the territorial integrity of Ukraine.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reacted to the Rada's adoption of the 2026 budget, thanking the parliamentarians. He emphasized that this is an important signal of Ukraine's resilience and stable financial provision for next year's needs.
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 Verkhovna Rada Committee on Budget voted the State Budget for 2026 for the second reading. Proposed changes include an increase in the personal income tax percentage for local budgets and additional funds for arms procurement.
Rustem Umerov and Andriy Hnatov will hold meetings with national security advisors to European leaders in Brussels. They will inform about US contacts in Moscow and discuss the security architecture.
A record 3,339 amendments were submitted to the draft State Budget for 2026, and three more Ukrainian budgets would have been needed to accommodate them. Local budgets were left with 64% of personal income tax, and UAH 58 billion was allocated for teachers' salaries.
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth named Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, and Volodymyr Zelenskyy as his dream dinner guests. He also shared his thoughts on a possible menu.
Ukraine aims to close the negotiation clusters for accession to the European Union by the end of 2026. Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted that technically, Ukraine is ready to open all six clusters by the end of this year.
The planned meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in Brussels has been canceled. This happened after their negotiations with Vladimir Putin in Moscow.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy honored medics who are contributing to the implementation of advanced emergency medical care techniques at the front. This took place at a meeting with representatives of University College Dublin, who initiated the UCD Ukraine Trauma Project.
Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov stated that a meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin is not currently being considered due to a lack of progress in negotiations. Putin conveyed a "friendly greeting" and a series of "political signals" to Trump, the content of which was not specified.
