Ukraine
The Ministry of Social Policy is preparing a draft law on basic social assistance in the amount of UAH 4,500 for low-income families. The amount of the payment will depend on the number of family members and their social status.
The Ukrainian national team has arrived in Batumi for the match of the 5th round of the Nations League against Georgia. The game will take place on November 16 at 19:00 at the Adjara Bet Arena, with bookmakers estimating the teams' chances almost equally.
Ukraine is considering the possibility of resuming air traffic through Lviv Airport in 2025. The insurance industry is ready to support the reopening, subject to regulatory approval and security risk assessment.
In the Caspian Sea, Russia can deploy Oniks and Zircon missiles on carriers with unitary launchers. Unlike the Azov-Black Sea region, there are several cruise missile carriers there.
The Ukrainian government is attracting a concessional loan from the World Bank worth more than $1 billion, with support from Japan and Britain. The EU will allocate an additional €150 million for port restoration and other projects.
The government has approved the Winter eSupport program, under which every Ukrainian will receive UAH 1,000 starting December 1. The money can be spent on medicines, books, clothing, travel, utilities or support for the Armed Forces.
The Cabinet of Ministers has supported a bill to reform the social insurance system starting in 2025. The new system will provide comprehensive support for people with injuries and illnesses without a mandatory disability status.
Full Moon in Taurus on November 15 will bring serious changes in the lives of all zodiac signs. Astrologer Kseniya Bazilenko told about the impact of this event on finances, relationships and health of each sign.
A Russian flag is found on a destroyed bridge over the Sudist River near the border in Chernihiv region. The State Border Guard Service denies claims that the DRG entered the town of Hremyach and reports that the situation is under control.
The Navy spokesperson reported that russia is stockpiling Kalibr missiles, despite their reduced effectiveness due to Ukrainian air defense. russia has eight carriers of these missiles in its Black Sea fleet.
Russia exports Ukrainian grain from the occupied territories through the ports of Berdiansk and Mariupol. Using forged documents, the occupiers sell it as their own products through their “official” ports.
Kyiv's Pechersk court has adjourned the hearing on the choice of a preventive measure against MP Shevchenko.
Former and current US intelligence officials criticize Trump's decision to appoint Tulsi Gabbard. Experts consider her appointment risky due to her lack of experience and soft stance on Russia.
There is a shortage of both civilian and military personnel in the territorial recruitment centers. Out of 48,000 staff positions, only 36,000 are filled, of which 18,500 are limitedly fit military personnel.
One person was killed and 10 were injured, including two children, in a massive attack on Odesa. The President emphasized the need for air defense systems and the ability to destroy enemy targets.
Electricity consumption in Ukraine remains high, with a significant capacity shortage during peak hours. Electricity is imported from five countries in the total amount of 2422 MWh.
How to start your own business: an educational video course was presented for entrepreneurs.
Military counterintelligence exposed a lieutenant colonel of the Special Forces who was recruited by Russia for a full-scale invasion. The agent was passing information to the enemy about the Armed Forces' plans for special operations in southern Ukraine.
Onion prices in Ukraine fell by 13% over the week due to lower demand and higher supply. Small farms are actively selling produce from unequipped storage facilities at 8-14 UAH/kg.
No blockade of checkpoints is currently recorded on the Polish-Ukrainian border. The State Border Guard Service has not received any additional information from the Polish side regarding a possible blockade since November 15.
Donald Trump was ambivalent about Elon Musk's frequent visits to his Mar-a-Lago estate. Musk spends “almost every day” there and participates in important meetings and calls.
Since August, dairy prices have risen by 30%, with an additional 5-7% increase expected. The head of the Union of Dairy Enterprises predicts further price increases by early 2025.
Florida Senator Marco Rubio has been appointed the new US Secretary of State by Donald Trump. Rubio promised to ensure “peace through strength” and put the interests of Americans above all else.
The NBU set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 24/USD, which strengthened the hryvnia by 10 kopecks. Different exchange rates were observed on the interbank market, in banks and exchange offices.
Over the last day, 144 combat engagements took place, most of them in the Kurakhove sector - 37 attacks. The enemy carried out 50 air strikes and fired over 4,000 times.
Donald Trump said that his administration will focus on Russia's war against Ukraine. He promised to work hard to end the conflict and the loss of life.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine released data on the occupiers' losses over the past day. The enemy lost 1520 soldiers, 11 tanks, 21 armored personnel carriers and other equipment.
Cloudy weather with rain and sleet is forecast in Ukraine. Temperatures will range from +1 to +8°C, with the warmest temperatures in Odesa and Crimea.
The US State Department has downgraded the risk level for nine western regions of Ukraine from fourth to third. This is the first change in travel advisories since the start of the full-scale invasion.
The U. S. Department of Defense plans to provide Ukraine with $7.1 billion in military aid by the end of Biden's term. The aid packages will arrive almost every week for the next 70 days.