Russia deploys 11,000 troops to encircle Pokrovsk agglomeration – Air Assault Forces reveal enemy’s possible plan
The Russian command has deployed around 11,000 troops in an attempt to encircle the Pokrovsk agglomeration.
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Defense Forces deny reports of Russian breakthrough in Myrnohrad
The Ukrainian Defense Forces are in full control of the city of Myrnohrad in the Donetsk region and its surroundings.
Kherson hospital shelling: Victim toll climbs to nine, including four children
Nine people were injured in Kherson as a result of Russian shelling of a children's hospital, including four children and three medical workers.
Damaged high-rise buildings: Consequences of Russian strike on Kherson center
In Kherson, the consequences of the evening Russian shelling of the city center were shown, where, in particular, high-rise buildings were damaged.
Ukrainian Navy receives new Combat Boat 90 from Sweden and Norway
The Ukrainian Naval Forces received new Combat Boat 90 boats from Sweden and Norway.
SSU drones strike Russian surface-to-air missile system worth $20 million, two oil depots, and radars in Crimea
Last night, strike drones from the SSU's Special Operations Center “A” attacked Russian military and infrastructure facilities in temporarily occupied Crimea.
Invaders strike medical facility in Kherson, injuring three employees and child
In Kherson, Russians attacked a medical facility in the Dniprovskyi district, injuring three employees and a child.
Russia liquidates OMON lieutenant colonel involved in war crimes in Kyiv region
A car exploded in the Kemerovo region of Russia, driven by war criminal Lieutenant Colonel Veniamin Mazzherin.
Crimea attacked by drones, oil depots on fire in Hvardiiske and Simferopol
On the morning of October 29, the temporarily occupied Crimea was attacked by drones, after which fires broke out in the village of Hvardiiske in the Simferopol district and in Simferopol.
Air Defense Forces destroy 93 out of 126 Russian UAVs, hits reported in ten locations
Air Defense Forces destroyed 93 drones used by Russian troops to attack Ukraine in the evening; hits were recorded in ten locations.
Russians attack seven settlements in Kharkiv region, causing casualties
Russian troops struck seven settlements in the Kharkiv region in the past 24 hours, injuring four residents.
Russians attack critical infrastructure in Chernihiv
Russian invaders attacked critical infrastructure in the center of Chernihiv.
Energy and transport infrastructure damaged in Odesa region due to Russian strikes, one person injured
On the night of October 29, Russian troops struck civilian infrastructure in the Odesa region, causing damage, leaving some users without electricity, and injuring one person.
General Staff reports 148 clashes on front over past day, 45 Russian attacks repelled in Pokrovsk sector
On October 28, there were 148 combat clashes between the Armed Forces of Ukraine and Russian troops, with the heaviest pressure applied by the enemy on the Pokrovsk sector. Increased activity was also observed in the Oleksandrohrad and Kostiantynivka sectors.
Russian attacks on Kherson region leave one person killed, three wounded
Russian forces used drones, artillery, and aircraft to strike 32 settlements in Kherson region over the past day, killing one person and wounding three others.
Drones attack oil refinery, chemical plant in Russia – media
On Wednesday night, October 29, a group of drones attacked an oil refinery and a petrochemical plant in Russia.
Russia’s war casualty toll in Ukraine up by 1,150 over past day
The total combat losses of Russian forces in personnel from February 24, 2022, to October 29, 2025, have reached approximately 1,139,900, with 1,150 eliminated in the past 24 hours.
Ukraine’s Security Service repels over 2,300 enemy cyberattacks in 2025
Specialists of the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) have repelled more than 2,300 cyberattacks by the enemy in 2025.
Ukraine can contribute to security and create joint units with Europe – expert
Ukraine and European countries should establish joint military units to ensure the security of both Ukraine and Europe.
Ukraine’s special recon unit hits Russian air-defense assets in Donbas
The ‘Prymary’ (Phantoms) special unit of Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence (DIU) struck two radar stations and a surface-to-air missile (SAM) launcher of the Russian army in Donetsk region.
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Russian forces operating in northern Kupiansk, using small-group tactics, drones – military spox
Russian forces are currently present in the northern part of Kupiansk and are attempting both to bypass the city and to break through toward its center.
Russian forces attack Chuhuiv with drones, damage civilian enterprise
A civilian enterprise in Chuhuiv, Kharkiv region, was damaged in a Russian drone attack on the evening of Tuesday, October 28.
Russians building up forces in Kostiantynivka sector for further assaults
Russian troops are amassing forces in the Kostiantynivka sector of the front in preparation for further assaults, with heavy fighting ongoing.
Russian forces push into outskirts of Myrnohrad, street fighting underway
Russian invading forces have broken through to the outskirts of the town of Myrnohrad in the Pokrovsk sector, where heavy street battles are ongoing.
Zelensky announces creation of Energy Coalition, first meeting to be held soon
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced the creation of an Energy Coalition. According to him, the first meeting in video format is scheduled to take place in the coming days.
Only 561 civilians remain in Kupiansk
As of midday of October 28, only 561 residents remain in Kupiansk, Kharkiv region.
Russian forces shell residential area in Kramatorsk
In the Donetsk region, Russian troops once again shelled a residential area of Kramatorsk. The extent of the damage is being determined.
Lithuanian parliament speaker makes first visit to Ukraine
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk and Speaker of the Lithuanian Seimas Juozas Olekas discussed steps to strengthen sanctions, economic, and diplomatic pressure on Russia during their meeting.
U.S. gives Germany six months to resolve issue of Rosneft assets – Bloomberg
Washington has set a six-month deadline for Berlin to resolve the issue concerning the assets of Russian oil company Rosneft.