President Volodymyr Zelenskyy approved the NSDC decision regarding the defense budget for 2026. The document provides for financing the security and defense sector at no less than the 2025 level, as well as the possibility of adjusting expenditures.
Overnight, Ukraine suffered a massive Russian attack involving 40 missiles and 580 drones. Three people were killed, dozens were injured, and infrastructure and residential areas were targeted.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed the European Union's move towards adopting the 19th package of sanctions against Russia. He also welcomed the preparatory work on a mechanism for using revenues from frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russian destabilization is expanding to new countries and directions, commenting on the violation of Estonian airspace by Russian planes. He emphasized that this is a systemic Russian campaign against Europe, NATO, and the West, which requires a systemic response.
The politician stated that Ukraine will likely have to recognize the Russian occupation of part of its territory now, but will be able to return them in the future. He emphasized that Ukraine should look at the situation in the long term, as de facto does not mean de jure.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree on the establishment of the Office of the Military Ombudsman and appointed Olha Reshetylova (Kobylinska) as the first military ombudsman. This body will ensure civilian control over the observance of the rights of all Defense Forces.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy heard reports from the military and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, on the situation at the front. He reported successful counter-offensive actions in the Donetsk direction, particularly in the Pokrovsk and Dobropillia areas, where the Russians suffered significant losses.
Minister of Finance Serhiy Marchenko announced the possibility of a repeated revision of the 2025 State Budget to increase funding for the security and defense sector. Consultations are currently underway regarding the format and timing of allocating additional expenditures.
Russia launched an attack on Kyiv and six regions of Ukraine, using almost 90 attack drones, most of which were neutralized. President Zelenskyy called for intensified strengthening of Ukraine and pointed to large-scale agreements on drones and weapons proposed to America.
Minister of Finance Serhiy Marchenko stated that the government has provided sufficient resources for the security and defense sector for 2026. The total volume of expenditures and provision of loans from the state budget will amount to UAH 4.8 trillion, of which UAH 2,805.8 billion will be allocated to defense and security.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki may hold talks with the presidents of the United States and Ukraine during the 80th session of the UN General Assembly in New York. The Polish president's advisor confirmed the possibility of direct contact with Donald Trump and called a meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky obvious.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked the Emir of Qatar for his assistance in returning Ukrainian children. He invited Qatar to participate in a joint summit with Canada in New York dedicated to this topic.
The Supreme Court finally denied Ihor Kolomoisky the return of Ukrainian citizenship. He was deemed to have lost his Ukrainian citizenship due to acquiring citizenship of other states - Israel and Cyprus.
Vladimir Putin stated that there are 700,000 Russian troops on the front line in the "SVO" zone. President Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine can force Russia to peace if the army has sufficient strength and long-range capabilities.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine can force Russia to peace if its army is strong enough and has long-range capabilities. He emphasized that the world can help with this through strong sanctions.
Ukraine is conducting a counteroffensive operation in the Donetsk direction, liberating 7 settlements and clearing 9 more of Russian presence. During the operation, the Armed Forces of Ukraine liberated 160 square kilometers of territory, destroying over 2,500 occupiers.
President Zelenskyy met with servicemen participating in the Dobropillia counteroffensive operation. 160 square kilometers and seven settlements have been liberated, and almost a hundred occupiers have been captured.
President Zelenskyy signed laws protecting the defense industry, which restrict access to information about enterprises. At the same time, the State Aviation Service transferred documentation for Mi-8 helicopters to a company with Russian ties, which jeopardizes national security.
Pope Leo XIV stated in an interview that he would not change key doctrine regarding same-sex marriage and women deacons. This hinders reforms and is a step towards traditionalists, unlike his predecessor.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a law on the ratification of the agreement on a century-long partnership between Ukraine and Great Britain. The document provides for annual military aid of 3 billion pounds sterling and cooperation in seven key areas.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed the law on the military ombudsman. This was reported on the website of the Verkhovna Rada.
Chief of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces Valery Gerasimov announced the advance of Russian troops in all directions, including Pokrovsk and Kupyansk. These claims contradict Ukrainian reports, which may indicate a distortion of the real situation on the front.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy instructed a working group led by Andriy Yermak to prepare a draft annual address to the Verkhovna Rada on the internal and external situation of Ukraine. The document must be submitted for consideration by December 1, 2025.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy appointed Yuriy Barabash as a judge of the Constitutional Court of Ukraine. Barabash is the vice-rector of the Yaroslav Mudryi National Law University and received 6 votes during the selection of candidates for the Constitutional Court.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia will continue its attacks on Ukraine's energy and railway facilities. At the same time, Ukrainian special operations on enemy territory are disrupting Russia's logistical plans as it prepares for the heating season.
The President of Ukraine emphasized that Ukraine's main goal is to end the war. In addition, according to the Head of State, if the hostilities drag on, "Plan B" provides for annual funding of $120 billion.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the first aid packages from the United States under the PURL program will include missiles for Patriot and HIMARS systems. This information was also confirmed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.
The Verkhovna Rada did not support draft law No. 13465, which was supposed to enshrine the use of the Mriya mobile application and electronic education documents. The document did not receive the required number of votes for adoption as a basis, referral for a second first reading, or revision.
Ukraine has successfully returned 16 children from temporarily occupied territories as part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative. Among those rescued are a girl whose parents were convicted by the occupiers, and children who lost their homes or lived in fear.
This week, a Polish delegation will arrive in Ukraine to discuss real solutions in the field of common security, including possible exercises. The visit is not protocol-based and is aimed at developing concrete joint actions.
