Zelensky discusses protection of Ukraine's energy system with Meloni
In Brussels, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to discuss protecting Ukraine's energy sector from Russian attacks.
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23 October 2025
Russian forces strike civilian infrastructure in Sumy
On the evening of October 23, Russian forces carried out a strike on the civilian infrastructure of the city of Sumy.
Enemy fakes about supposed Russian “landing” in Kherson aimed at Russians – Voloshyn
Russian fake reports claiming that Russian troops allegedly landed on Karantynnyi Island in Kherson were primarily targeted at a Russian audience.
Three civilians killed, four injured in Russian attacks on Kherson region in one day
In the Kherson region, Russian invaders killed three civilians and injured four others over the course of the day.
Ukraine never uses American weapons to strike distant targets in Russia — Zelensky
Ukraine has never used American weapons to strike distant targets on Russian territory. Various long-range weapons have been used in the temporarily occupied territory of Crimea and in the east of the country.
Ukrainian forces strike Ryazan oil refinery, ammunition depot in Belgorod region
On the night of October 22-23, Ukrainian forces struck the Ryazan Oil Refinery and an ammunition depot located near Valuyki in Russia's Belgorod region.
Russian forces execute five civilians in Donetsk region
In the village of Zvanivka, Donetsk region, Russian servicemen have executed five civilians.
Weapons for Ukraine: Spain plans to join NATO initiative
On Thursday, October 23, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said that Madrid is considering joining NATO's PURL (Priority Ukraine Requirements List) initiative, which focuses on the joint procurement and delivery of American weapons to Ukraine.
Bodies of 1,000 soldiers returned to Ukraine
On October 23, as part of repatriation efforts, 1,000 bodies claimed by the Russian side to belong to Ukrainian servicemen were returned to Ukraine.
Journalist Olena Hubanova, cameraman Yevhen Karmazin killed in Kramatorsk
Journalist of the Freedom TV channel Olena Hubanova and cameraman Yevhen Karmazin were killed in a Russian Lancet drone strike in Kramatorsk.
Russians drop explosives from drone in Kherson, killing woman
Russian troops attacked Kherson with a drone, killing a woman.
Woman rescued from under rubble in Kostiantynivka
Fighters of the Azov Brigade, together with police officers of the Liut Brigade, rescued a woman from under the rubble in Kostiantynivka, Donetsk region.
Fire reported at oil refinery in Ryazan region
A fire broke out at a factory in Russia's Ryazan region after a drone crashed into it.
Air Defense Forces destroy 92 out of 130 Russian drones, hits recorded at 11 locations
On the night of October 23, Air Defense Forces destroyed 92 Russian drones of various types out of 130 launched. Hits by 25 strike UAVs were recorded at 11 locations.
Number of victims of Russian attack in Kyiv climbs to eight
The number of victims of the Russian military's drone attack on Kyiv has increased to eight, two of whom are in serious condition.
War update: 126 combat clashes over past day, fiercest fighting on Pokrovsk front
Over the past 24 hours, 126 combat engagements were recorded between the Ukrainian Defense Forces and Russian troops, 50 of them on the Pokrovsk axis.
Seven injured in overnight drone attack on Kyiv
Seven people were injured in an overnight Russian drone attack on Kyiv.
Rescuer killed, five more injured in renewed Russian shelling in Kharkiv region
In the Kharkiv region, a rescuer was killed and five of his colleagues were injured during a renewed Russian attack while performing a combat mission.
Russia loses 920 more soldiers in Ukraine war over past 24 hours
Russia suffered approximately 1,134,170 casualties in Ukraine between February 24, 2022 and October 23, 2025, with 920 soldiers killed or wounded in the past 24 hours.
Two injured in Russian drone attack on railway station in Sumy community
A Russian attack drone has struck a railway station in the Sumy community, wounding two people.
Power restored in Zaporizhzhia after Russian drone attack
Emergency crews in Zaporizhzhia have restored power to more than 2,200 users who were left without electricity after a nighttime drone attack.
Ukrainian forces capture at least 125 Russian servicemen from Crimea since war started
Since 2014, at least 125 Russian servicemen from occupied Crimea have been taken prisoner, most of whom are likely Ukrainian citizens.
22 October 2025
Russia may attempt new offensive in Ukraine, but it is unlikely to succeed – retired German general
Russian forces, if they try to launch an offensive in the coming months, are unlikely to achieve any significant gains.
Putin must learn about consequences of attack on NATO – retired Bundeswehr general
Russian leader Vladimir Putin needs to be made aware that any infringement or provocation against a NATO member will have unbearable consequences for him.
Russians use about 60% of Shahed drones, 40% of decoy drones during attacks – Ihnat
During attacks on Ukraine, Russians use about 60% of Shahed-type strike UAVs and 40% of decoy drones.
Transfer of Gripen jets may include additional weapons from partners – Ukrainian Air Force
Any aircraft serves as a weapons platform, so the transfer of Gripen jets to Ukraine may also involve additional missiles and bombs from partner nations.
Ukrainian paratroopers liberate Kucheriv Yar in Donetsk region
Ukraine's Air Assault Forces have liberated the village of Kucheriv Yar in the Dobropillia sector.
Zelensky: Future contract with Sweden will allow Ukraine to receive at least 100 Gripen aircraft
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that the cooperation contract in developing air capabilities between Ukraine and Sweden was signed today and will pave the way for the transfer of around 100 Gripen fighter jets.
Strike on Kyiv: Two killed, injury toll rises to 30, including five children
In Kyiv, the number of people injured in the Russian combined attack on October 22 has risen to 30, including five children.
Ukrainian drones attack oil refinery in Dagestan
On October 22, the Sargas unit of the Department of Active Operations of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry's Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) struck an oil refinery in Makhachkala, Republic of Dagestan, Russian Federation.