Ukraine seeks NATO invitation before Biden leaves office – envoy
Ukraine would like to receive an invitation to NATO before the end of Joe Biden's presidency, considering it would be a fitting legacy for the U.S. president.
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Victory Plan envisions deployment of non-nuclear strategic deterrence package in Ukraine – President
Ukraine proposes to host a comprehensive non-nuclear strategic deterrence package on its territory, which will be sufficient to protect against any military threat from Russia.
Zelensky: success of Ukraine’s Victory Plan depends on partners
Ukraine’s Victory Plan is a strategy to strengthen the nation and reinforce its positions to be robust enough to end the war.
SBU detains Ukrenergo employee for leaking sensitive information
The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has documented the subversive activities of an official from the Ukrenergo who allegedly justified Russia’s armed aggression.
Ukrainian-made 'Chaklun' drone approved for use in AFU
The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense has codified and approved for use the multifunctional, domestically-produced ‘Chaklun’ drone, which is designed in an airplane configuration and operates effectively even in poor weather conditions.
Zelensky presenting Ukraine's Victory Plan in Parliament
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived at the Verkhovna Rada (Ukraine's Parliament) to present Ukraine’s Victory Plan.
Ukrainian intel units mop up forest area in Kharkiv region destroying entire Russian regiment
In northern Kharkiv region, units from Ukraine’s Main Directorate of Intelligence (HUR) mopped up 400 hectares of forest and destroyed nearly an entire Russian regiment.
France to deliver kamikaze drones to Ukraine in coming weeks
The first French kamikaze drones will be delivered to Ukraine within the next few weeks.
Chechen, Central Asian mobs scramble to seize criminal control over occupied areas of Ukraine
Ethnic mafia groups originally based in Russia are gaining momentum in setting up operations in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, mainly littoral areas.
War update: 171 combat clashes in past day, Kurakhove axis hottest
Over the past day, a total of 171 combat engagements have been recorded along the frontlines of the Russo-Ukrainian war. Most of the Russian assaults were repelled in the Kurakhove axis.
Kremlin using deal with North Korea to avoid military call-up - ISW
The Kremlin is likely to use the recent comprehensive strategic partnership agreement signed off in June by Russia and North Korea in part to offset the need to replenish own manpower force and ensure border security. This further reinforces Russian leader Vladimir Putin's willingness to avoid a general military call-up for as long as possible.
CinC Syrskyi, UK Defense Staff chief discuss arms supply, strikes on targets inside Russia
During a phone call with the UK Chief of Defense Staff Admiral Tony Radakin, the Commander-in-Chief of Ukraine’s Armed Forces, General Oleksandr Syrskyi, discussed the supply of military equipment and weapons and the possibility of hitting the enemy's military facilities on Russian soil.
Mykolaiv, part of region in blackout
A significant part of the Mykolaiv region and the city of Mykolaiv remained without electricity due to an accident on high-voltage networks.
Russia becomes more aggressive in hybrid attacks on West - NATO Senior Representative
Russia continues to challenge NATO and the West as a whole, applying a wide range of malign hybrid tactics.
Naftogaz Group transfers about UAH 67B in tax payments since early 2024
In January-September 2024, Naftogaz Group transferred about UAH 67 billion in tax payments to Ukraine’s state and local budgets.
SBU nabs Mykolaiv man spying for Russia
The Security Service of Ukraine detained in the city of Mykolaiv a Russian asset who is believed to have been coordinating missile and drone attacks on the city.
Russia reducing personnel numbers in its diplomatic institutions in Norway
The Russian Embassy in Oslo and other diplomatic institutions run by the Russian Federation in Norway will reduce the number of employees from October 17 at the request of the Norwegian side.
NATO defense ministers this week to discuss progress in Ukraine aid
Despite the postponement of the leaders' meeting in the Ramstein format, NATO defense chiefs will meet in Brussels this week to review the progress on commitments undertaken by Ukraine's partners regarding the supply of weapon systems.
Kherson city without electricity, reasons not yet known
The city of Kherson remains without electricity supply, the reasons are not yet known.
Air defenses destroy all Russian drones approaching Kyiv – city administration
Air defense forces destroyed all Russian strike UAVs headed toward Kyiv on the night of October 16.
Russian army loses another 1,450 soldiers in Ukraine in past day
The Russian army’s combat losses in Ukraine from February 24, 2022 to October 16, 2024 amount to nearly 672,850 invaders, including another 1,450 troops killed or wounded in action in the past day.
Ukrainian forces shoot down 51 enemy Shahed UAVs overnight
Ukrainian defense forces shot down 51 Russian attack UAVs overnight, while 60 drones disappeared from radars.
Russians strike industrial facility in Ternopil region at night, fire breaks out
The Russian army attacked an industrial facility in the Ternopil region at night, igniting a massive fire.
Sybiha holds phone call with Blinken to coordinate positions ahead of major international events
Ukraine's Minister for Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha held a phone conversation with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken to coordinate positions ahead of important international events.
Russian army shells Zaporizhzhia region 388 times in past day
The Russian military struck nine settlements in the Zaporizhzhia region 388 times in the past day, October 15.
Russia keeps one missile carrier in Black Sea
As of Wednesday morning, October 16, there was one Russian Kalibr cruise missile carrier on combat duty in the Black Sea.
Delegations from about 40 countries to attend Crimea Platform Parliamentary Summit in Riga
The Third Parliamentary Summit of the International Crimea Platform, to be held in the Latvian capital on October 24, will bring together delegations from about 40 countries, as well as delegations of parliamentary assemblies of reputable international organizations.
Gas reserves in Ukrainian underground storage facilities reach 12.8 bcm - ExPro
As of October 15, natural gas reserves in Ukraine's underground storage facilities exceeded 12.8 billion cubic meters (bcm).
Every fifth artist who left abroad not returning to Ukraine – Minister of Culture
Every fifth artist who received permission to go abroad is not returning to Ukraine.