**Ukraine to Present 10-Point Plan for Internal Resilience**
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine announced on November 14 that the government will present a 10-point plan next week to strengthen the country’s internal resilience. This plan is separate from a previous victory plan that aimed to end the war with Russia by 2025.
The new plan, which focuses on internal solutions, was instructed by Zelensky in late October. It covers various sectors, including the military-industrial complex, economy and finance, regional development, and more. The president emphasized that this plan is not an alternative to a victory plan, but rather a way to make Ukraine stronger and more sustainable.
The 10 points of the internal resilience plan will be prepared with input from Ukrainian civil society, business, and other stakeholders. Zelensky highlighted that there are already detailed plans in place for energy and weapons production, as well as cultural sovereignty.
**Russia’s Advances Continue**
Despite Ukraine’s efforts to strengthen its internal resilience, Russia’s military advances continue. The Air Force reported that Ukrainian air defenses shot down 21 out of 59 drones launched by Russia overnight, while 38 others were lost across the country.
Russian forces suffered over 1,690 casualties in just one day, according to reports. The war has now entered its 999th day, with Ukraine’s energy infrastructure under increasing attack from Russian forces.
**International Response**
The international community is closely watching Ukraine’s situation. Western officials have expressed support for Ukraine’s territorial integrity, but there are indications that some may be willing to consider ceding territory as part of a peace agreement.
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has announced his intention to nominate Fox News anchor Pete Hegseth as U.S. defense secretary, causing shock and alarm among Pentagon officials. However, Trump also confirmed Republican Senator Marco Rubio as his nominee for secretary of state.
**Investors Expect Quick End to War**
Despite the ongoing conflict, Ukraine’s sovereign bonds rose in price after Trump’s win in the U.S. presidential elections, as investors expect a quicker end to the war.