Russian drone explodes in woman’s hands in Kharkiv region
In the village of Hoptivka of the Derhachi community, Kharkiv region, a woman picked up a Russian drone, and it exploded in her hands — she died.
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15 November 2025
Enemies launch air strike on Lozova in Kharkiv region, injuring man
On Friday, November 14, Russian forces carried out an airstrike on the city of Lozova in the Kharkiv region, injuring a civilian and damaging buildings belonging to a local enterprise, warehouse facilities, and residential houses.
Marina Lewycka, British writer of Ukrainian descent, dies at 79
At the age of 79, British writer of Ukrainian descent, Marina Lewycka, passed away. She was best known for her debut novel, A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian, which became an international bestseller and won several awards.
Ukraine attracts €75M in grants for reconstruction projects
At ReBuild Ukraine, Ukraine signed agreements with the European Investment Bank to provide EUR 75 million in grant aid for the restoration of water supply and the development of social housing.
PM Svyrydenko reveals level of additional funding for front-line territories in draft 2026 budget
Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko held a meeting with the heads of regional military administrations in front-line regions to discuss the results of previous work and the next steps for providing communities with necessary resources for the heating season.
14 November 2025
Zelensky: Northern Europe and Baltic states allocate $500 million to PURL program
Ukraine, together with its international partners, is working to expand funding for the PURL program, which allows for the purchase of American weapons, including air defense systems and missiles for them.
Zelensky: Ukraine expands use of unmanned systems and launches eBaly system
Ukraine is stepping up the use of unmanned systems and creating new incentives for the military, including the introduction of an electronic eBaly system on December 1.
Lubinets calls for stronger international efforts to return Ukrainian children abducted by Russia while in Warsaw
The Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights, Dmytro Lubinets, took part in a closed session on human rights in Warsaw at the invitation of the Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights, Michael O'Flaherty. Leading European human rights defenders were invited to the event.
Zelensky: Ukraine prepares decisions to strengthen air defense and intensify frontline operations
Ukraine is preparing special measures to strengthen its air defense and increase the activity of Ukrainian forces in frontline and border regions.
Saratov oil refinery in Russia shuts down after Ukrainian drone attacks - Reuters
The Saratov oil refinery in Russia stopped primary oil processing on November 11 after attacks by Ukrainian drones.
Kachka on Orbán’s statement: hopes Kyiv can convince Budapest to change position on Ukraine
Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration Taras Kachka said that Ukraine is actively communicating with Hungary on the issue of national minorities with positive results and expressed hope that Kyiv will be able to convince Budapest to change its position on Ukraine's European integration.
Combined Russian attack on Kyiv leaves six dead, injury toll rises to 36
The number of people injured in the massive Russian attack on Kyiv on Friday, November 14, rose to 36, with six confirmed dead.
Zelensky honors service members, families of fallen Heroes with state awards
President Volodymyr Zelensky presented Gold Star orders and other state awards to service members of Ukraine's Security and Defense Forces, and also handed distinctions to the families of fallen Heroes who were honored posthumously.
Zelensky honors service members, families of fallen Heroes with state awards
President Volodymyr Zelensky presented Gold Star orders and other state awards to service members of Ukraine's Security and Defense Forces, and also handed distinctions to the families of fallen Heroes who were honored posthumously.
Russian forces attack Dnipropetrovsk region with glide bombs and drones
Throughout the day, Russian forces attacked the Dnipropetrovsk region with artillery, guided aerial bombs, and drones, causing damage.
Polish PM Tusk says new corruption scandals could complicate solidarity with Ukraine
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk noted that the emergence of new corruption scandals could make it more difficult to maintain a consensus on continued solidarity with Ukraine.
Zelensky honors service members, families of fallen Heroes with state awards
President Volodymyr Zelensky presented Gold Star orders and other state awards to service members of Ukraine's Security and Defense Forces, and also handed distinctions to the families of fallen Heroes who were honored posthumously.
CinC Syrskyi: Ukrainian Army effectively counters enemy's offensive in Pokrovsk and Ocheretyne sectors
Ukrainian forces in the Pokrovsk and Ocheretyne sectors continue to inflict significant losses on the enemy and to contain its movements.
Shmyhal on start of interceptor drone production: Three companies received technology
Three companies in Ukraine have received the Octopus technology for mass production of interceptor drones against Shaheds, and another eleven are preparing production lines.
Assault in fog fails: Six Russian armoured vehicles destroyed and offensive in Oleksandrohrad sector thwarted
In the Oleksandrohrad sector on the morning of November 14, Ukraine’s Defence Forces halted Russian infantry assaults, which the invaders attempted to support with nearly two dozen armoured vehicles.
Four injured as Russian forces attack Kherson region
The Russian army struck settlements in the Kherson region throughout the day using artillery, mortars, MLRS, and drones. Four people were injured.
Minerals deal: Investment adviser appointed for US-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund
Ukraine and the United States announced the appointment of the investment adviser to the United States-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund — the international consulting company Alvarez & Marsal (A&M).
Russian attack on Kyiv: Rescuer extinguishes fire in his own apartment
During Russia's overnight attack on Kyiv on November 14, rescuer Serhii Vlasenko lost his home, which burned down after a drone strike, and he had to fight the flames in his own apartment.
Neptune and drones: General Staff confirms strike on Russian naval base and targets in Saratov and Engels
In the early hours of November 14, units of Ukraine’s Defence Forces struck the Novorossiysk naval base in Russia’s Krasnodar region, an oil refinery in the Saratov region, and a fuel and lubricants storage facility near Engels.
Assault in fog fails: Six Russian armoured vehicles destroyed and offensive in Oleksandrohrad sector thwarted
In the Oleksandrohrad sector on the morning of 14 November, Ukraine’s Defence Forces halted Russian infantry assaults, which the invaders attempted to support with nearly two dozen armoured vehicles.
Next Ramstein group meeting scheduled for 3 December – Shmyhal
The next meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group in the Ramstein format is scheduled for 3 December.
Russia intensifies fighting in Huliaipole sector and attempts to advance toward Orikhiv – Muzychuk
In the southern sectors of the front, particularly in the Huliaipole sector near Orikhiv, Russian occupation forces have relatively increased the intensity of combat operations and are attempting to advance with infantry and motorized rifle units. Currently, the most difficult situation on the front line remains in the Pokrovsk sector, where the highest intensity of combat operations and air strikes is recorded.
Russians attack Semenivka in Chernihiv region with drones, causing damage
On November 14, Russian troops attacked the center of the town of Semenivka in the Chernihiv region with combat drones, damaging two civilian vehicles.
Parliament’s energy committee supports Grynchuk’s resignation
The Verkhovna Rada Committee on Energy, Housing and Communal Services has approved Svitlana Grynchuk's resignation as Minister of Energy of Ukraine.
Zelensky removes Grynchuk and Galushchenko from NSDC
President Volodymyr Zelensky has removed Svitlana Grynchuk and German Galushchenko from the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine.