The U.S., UK, and EU are sanctioning Russia’s oil giants Rosneft and Lukoil starting Nov. 21 to cut war funding, while Ukraine reports reduced Russian refining capacity and seeks more aid.

The U.S., UK, and EU have imposed new sanctions on Russia’s energy sector, targeting major oil companies Rosneft and Lukoil, with measures set to take effect November 21, aiming to disrupt Russia’s war funding. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that Ukrainian strikes have reduced Russia’s oil refining capacity by 20%, primarily using Ukrainian-made weapons, and emphasized the need for more foreign aid. Ukraine has secured 70% of $2 billion for winter gas imports and plans to produce 500–800 interceptors daily to counter drone attacks. Kyiv has captured 2,200 Russian prisoners in eastern Ukraine and is seeking 250 new combat aircraft from Western allies.