Here are the key events from day 1,356 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Published On 11 Nov 2025
Fighting
- Fighting persists in Pokrovsk, Donetsk, with conflicting reports from Ukraine and Russia on the situation in Myrnohrad, where Ukrainian forces claim to maintain control. Russian forces report advances in this area and in Zaporizhia, while Ukrainian forces deny encirclement claims. Casualties included at least one death in Kostiantynivka from Russian attacks.
Politics
- Ukraine’s anticorruption agency is investigating a $100m kickback scheme involving the state nuclear power company Energoatom, prompting calls for accountability from President Zelenskyy. Amid ongoing power outages, Energy Minister Hrynchuk reported efforts to restore electricity as Ukraine anticipates a challenging financial situation in 2026.
Diplomacy
- President Trump indicated progress towards a trade deal with India amid US tariffs on Russian oil, coinciding with a visit from Indian exporters to Moscow. Meanwhile, Russia’s Lukoil faces operational strains due to US sanctions, prompting Bulgaria to prepare to seize control of its Burgas refinery.
