The Cabinet of Ministers suspended Energoatom Vice President Jakob Hartmut and instructed to suspend Dmytro Basov, chief consultant to the president of NNEGC Energoatom. This decision was made based on materials received from NABU, as part of the exposure of a corruption scheme influencing strategic state-owned enterprises.
The Cabinet of Ministers submitted to the Verkhovna Rada a motion to dismiss Minister of Justice Herman Halushchenko and Minister of Energy Svitlana Hrynchuk. The ministers submitted their resignation letters in the manner prescribed by law, although the relevant resolutions are not yet available on the Rada's website.
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine will consider the dismissal of the Minister of Justice and the Minister of Energy on November 18. This issue is the first on the agenda, as reported by MP Yaroslav Zhelezniak.
The Cabinet of Ministers submitted proposals to the National Security and Defense Council regarding the application of personal sanctions against Timur Mindich and Oleksandr Tsukerman. They are involved in a case concerning a corruption scheme influencing strategic state-owned enterprises, particularly JSC "NAEC "Energoatom".
The Ministry of Economy, Environment and Agriculture will submit proposals for the new composition of the Supervisory Board of NNEGC "Energoatom" within a week. In parallel, the State Audit Service has launched a comprehensive audit of the company due to facts disclosed by NABU.
President Zelenskyy and government officials reacted to the European Commission's report, calling it the best assessment result to date. Ukraine is confidently moving towards EU membership and is ready to open negotiation clusters.
The heating season in Ukraine began on October 15 for the social sector and on October 28 for private households. The government allocated over UAH 1.5 billion to protect energy facilities and provided EUR 1.36 billion for gas procurement to prepare for winter.
The Russian Federation has imposed economic sanctions against representatives of the Ukrainian government, including Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, Head of the Ministry of Finance Serhiy Marchenko, Advisor to the Minister of Defense Oleksandr Kubrakov, and Minister of Economy Oleksiy Sobolev. The reasons for these measures have not been reported.
The Ukrainian government has temporarily banned the export of unprocessed timber, introducing a zero quota until the end of the year. This decision is aimed at meeting the needs of the population and businesses in winter, as well as supporting the environment.
The Cabinet of Ministers approved the creation of a unified register of qualifications. This electronic platform will contain systematized information about qualifications and professional standards.
Ukraine plans to raise 2 billion euros for additional gas imports. Funding will come from internal reserves and external assistance from partners.
The Verkhovna Rada plans to consider a draft resolution on the appointment of Tetiana Berezhna as Deputy Prime Minister for Humanitarian Policy of Ukraine – Minister of Culture of Ukraine on October 21. Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko submitted the proposal, and the committee recommended her appointment.
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.
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.
Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko announced Ukraine's readiness to offer alternative sources and synchronize systems with Slovakia. This should protect Slovakia from energy supply risks and create a new regional energy hub.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico stated his support for Ukraine's independence and territorial integrity. He also advocated for a meeting between Putin and Trump in Hungary, offering assistance in organizing it.
After several months of strained relations, the relationship between the US and Ukrainian presidents, Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, has improved. A new meeting at the White House is expected to strengthen the partnership rather than lead to another quarrel.
Yermak reported on a working call with the President of Ukraine, where they discussed deepening cooperation in the areas of air defense, long-range weapons, and aviation. The delegation is preparing the groundwork for a future conversation between the leaders of Ukraine and the United States, scheduled for Friday.
The Ukrainian delegation met with the IMF leadership to discuss continued cooperation and a new program for 2026-2029. This program is intended to support Ukraine's economic stability.
The Parliamentary Committee on Humanitarian and Information Policy recommended that the Verkhovna Rada appoint Tetiana Berezhna as Deputy Prime Minister for Humanitarian Policy – Minister of Culture of Ukraine. The vote is expected in the coming days.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak will hold a series of meetings in the US to prepare for a conversation between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump regarding achieving peace. Ukraine's Ambassador to the US Oksana Markarova reported on a new format of interaction and expectations of an announcement of new arms supplies to Ukraine.
Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko met with EU Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis regarding financial support for Ukraine and reparational loans. The protection of Ukrainian energy infrastructure and the 19th package of sanctions against Russia were discussed.
Ukraine's delegation, led by Yulia Svyrydenko and Rustem Umerov, has departed for Washington. The purpose of the visit is to strengthen air defense, strike capabilities, energy resilience, and tighten sanctions against the aggressor.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved the "Pulse" platform as a state service for communication between the government and business. The platform has already recorded 270,000 reviews and 25,000 comments from entrepreneurs.
After a massive attack by the Russian Federation, work is underway in Kyiv to restore water and energy supply. Water supply is promised to be restored within a few hours, critical infrastructure has already been connected.
Lithuania commits to allocating at least 0. 25% of its GDP to Ukraine's defense and security needs. This was stated by Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė, confirming an unwavering belief in Ukraine's victory.
Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė announced her intention to adopt Ukraine's experience in protecting against Russian drones. Representatives of the two countries signed an agreement on cooperation in the field of critical infrastructure protection.
Lithuania's new Prime Minister, Inga Ruginiene, made her first foreign visit to Kyiv. She honored fallen Ukrainians at the Wall of Remembrance.
At least 8 people were hospitalized as a result of Russian strikes on passenger trains in Shostka, according to the Prosecutor General's Office. Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko reported about 30 injured and hospitalized.
The Cabinet of Ministers has restricted access to data on defense industry enterprises from public registers for the period of martial law. This decision is aimed at protecting Ukrainian arms manufacturers from Russian attacks and sabotage.
