Naftogaz Group and Polish company ORLEN have signed agreements for the supply of at least 300 million cubic meters of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the US. This will contribute to diversifying supply routes and strengthening Europe's energy security.
The Pension Fund of Ukraine has recalculated the amounts of housing subsidies for the 2025-2026 heating season. The payment for October was made in November, taking into account heating from October 16.
As a result of the Russian attack on November 6 in the Dnipropetrovsk region, eight coal mines were de-energized, where 2,595 miners were located. Rescuers promptly brought all people to the surface; there were no dead or injured.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced planned diplomatic measures in the coming weeks with partners in Europe and the United States. He expects November to bring no fewer results than October.
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a program of payments of UAH 6,500 under the "Winter Support" program. Funds will be received by orphans, children under guardianship, children with disabilities in foster families, internally displaced children, internally displaced persons with disabilities, and single pensioners.
Kyiv has connected 95% of residential buildings managed by communal utility companies to heating. Some buildings already have heat, while the rest are being connected based on individual decisions of residents.
38. 9% of enterprises reported payment delays, 34% recorded a decrease in demand, and 32.4% experienced a shortage of working capital.
Ivan Perehinets, Vice President of the Academy of Construction of Ukraine, spoke about the types of uninterruptible power supplies and how to determine the required power for a household. He recommends lithium iron phosphate batteries and advises taking into account the total power of appliances with a 20-30% reserve.
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 Ukrainian government is launching a "winter support" program, under which 15 million citizens will receive 1000 hryvnias each. The most vulnerable categories of the population will receive 6500 hryvnias, applications can be submitted from November 15 to December 15.
Ukraine lacks $750 million out of the $2 billion needed for gas imports. The European Union will allocate about 127 million euros in additional support to Ukraine for gas purchases.
The President of Ukraine met with representatives of NATO member countries, thanking them for military support and calling for strengthening joint efforts. Further military assistance, protection of the energy system, and increased sanctions pressure on Russia were discussed.
From November 3 to 15, traffic will be partially restricted on Brovarsky Avenue. Road workers will carry out current asphalt concrete repairs on the section from Lisova metro station towards Brovary.
After enemy attacks, power supply is temporarily absent in parts of Sumy district and Sumy. Hospitals and emergency services are operating, critical infrastructure is being switched to backup power.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the provision of 100% of funds for gas imports. Ukraine is counting on EU support and is negotiating with Norway and other European countries.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has instructed the government to form a winter support package that will include direct aid, special programs for vulnerable groups, and the preservation of fixed prices for gas and electricity. The "UZ-3000" program from Ukrzaliznytsia (Ukrainian Railways) has also been announced, which will provide 3,000 km of free travel, and medical programs will be expanded starting in January.
On November 1, a fire broke out in a private house in the village of Kamyanka, Korosten district, killing two women aged 66 and 49. Two other people, a woman with carbon monoxide poisoning and a man with lacerations, were hospitalized.
From November 1, new rules for processing mobilization deferrals through "Reserve+" or ASCs are being introduced in Ukraine. Also, from November 5, martial law and general mobilization have been extended until February 3, 2026.
Canada is accelerating the payment of the final installment of its US$70 million contribution to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund. This funding is part of nearly $22 billion in aid the country has provided to Kyiv.
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 National Bank of Ukraine has raised its estimate of the electricity deficit to 3% in 2026, which will slow down GDP growth.
In November 2025, monthly gas tariffs for the population are increasing, while annual offers remain unchanged. Most Ukrainian households receive gas at annual tariffs, which range from UAH 7.79 to UAH 9.98 per cubic meter.
SBU counterintelligence and the National Police detained an FSB agent who was adjusting Russian attacks on the energy infrastructure of Vinnytsia region. She faces life imprisonment with confiscation of property.
In Ukraine, 62% of social facilities and residential buildings have already been connected to heating. The State Energy Supervision detected 3.5 thousand remarks regarding energy facilities, most of which have been eliminated.
In Burshtyn, Prykarpattia, after a Russian attack, a warning was issued about the possible discovery of cluster munitions that could have been dropped from "Shaheds. " The city council urges residents not to approach suspicious objects and to report them to the State Emergency Service or the police.
After a massive Russian attack, a critical infrastructure facility was damaged in Prykarpattia, and two households sustained minor damage. In Ladyzhyn, Vinnytsia Oblast, the attack caused disruptions to electricity, water, and heating.
The European diesel fuel market is experiencing price increases due to US sanctions against Russian oil companies and refinery disruptions. The premium of diesel futures compared to Brent crude oil contracts has reached a 20-month high.
The heating season has begun in Ukraine, and heat has already been supplied to 13 regions. Kyiv, Poltava, and Sumy are joining the heating system, despite enemy attacks on energy facilities.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy instructed to ensure 100% financing of gas imports, of which 70% has already been accumulated. The Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Energy are to implement agreements with Germany, Norway, Italy, the Netherlands, and the European Commission regarding the financing and supply of equipment for electricity generation.
The Netherlands will allocate 25 million euros in financial aid to Ukraine for energy support. This was stated by the country's Foreign Minister, David Van Weel, during a briefing in Kyiv.
