Russia expands network of “single-use” agents across Europe — intelligence
After losing around 700 spies operating under diplomatic cover, Russia has intensified efforts to recruit “single-use” civilian agents in European countries.
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18 October 2025
Ukraine to receive EUR 165M in 2026 from Demining Capability Coalition
In 2026, the Demining Capability Coalition plans to allocate at least EUR 165 million to provide Ukraine with equipment and machinery for demining.
Russia tightening filtration measures in TOT
In the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, Russian forces are intensifying filtration measures, searching for residents who do not have Russian passports.
17 October 2025
Fewer wounded soldiers returning to duty due to FPV drone injuries, Ukraine’s chief military surgeon says
Russia’s use of FPV drones has led to a decline in the number of Ukrainian servicemembers able to return to duty after being wounded.
Nord Stream sabotage: Polish court denies Germany’s request to extradite Ukrainian citizen
The District Court in Warsaw has decided to deny Germany’s request to extradite Ukrainian citizen Volodymyr Zh., who is suspected by Berlin of involvement in the Nord Stream pipeline explosions, and has lifted his temporary arrest.
Russians destroy one-third of Kherson Regional Local Lore Museum building
Russian troops are deliberately shelling the Kherson Regional Local Lore Museum: they destroyed one-third of the building, breached the roof, and damaged the walls.
Emergency power cuts canceled in Dnipropetrovsk region
Emergency power cuts in the Dnipropetrovsk region have been canceled.
Kremlin spreading fake claims about Ukraine and UK preparing ‘sabotage operations’
Russian intelligence services are once again spreading disinformation, accusing Ukraine and the United Kingdom of preparing acts of sabotage.
15 October 2025
Polish official says country can no longer accept more Ukrainian refugees
The large number of Ukrainians in Poland is a challenge. Poland has already taken in enough Ukrainian citizens and cannot accept more.
Kremlin to step up disinformation campaign about Ukraine being 'unprepared for winter' – CCD
In the second half of October, Russian propaganda is planning to intensify a disinformation campaign claiming Ukraine is allegedly "unprepared for winter" and "unable to resist Russia."
14 October 2025
Government expands mandatory evacuation of families with children from Kupyansk district of Kharkiv region
On October 15, 2024, Oleh Synehubov, the regional governor, ordered the mandatory evacuation of Kupyansk itself and the town of Borova, citing constant Russian shelling and the inability to repair critical infrastructure for the winter.
ECHR orders Russia to pay Georgia €253 million
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has ordered Russia to pay Georgia over €253 million in compensation for human rights violations related to the 2008 Russo-Georgian War and its aftermath. This judgment, delivered on October 14, 2025, specifies the amount of just satisfaction Russia must provide to victims.
Donetsk native Maksym Kharkin among hostages released by Hamas militants
Among the hostages freed by Hamas militants is Maksym Kharkin, a native of Donetsk.
Oil depot in Feodosia burning for over one-and-a-half days after drone attack – social media
In Feodosia, in temporarily occupied Crimea, a fire at an oil depot hit by Ukrainian drones on the night of October 12-13 has been raging for more than one-and-a-half days.
Military chaplains undergo training both in Ukraine and abroad
Training for military chaplains is conducted at the Chaplain Training Center of the Postgraduate Education Faculty of the Military Institute of Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, as well as at military training centers in Germany and the United Kingdom.
Kallas takes part in handover of EU equipment to Ukrainian law enforcement
EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas during her visit to Kyiv attended a ceremony to hand over equipment for Ukrainian police officers and border guards.
13 October 2025
Zelenska, Kallas discuss safety of Ukrainian children
First Lady Olena Zelenska and EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas, during a meeting in Kyiv, have discussed safety of the Ukrainian children suffering from Russian aggression.
A young man rescued from Crimea after he was close to being forcibly mobilized into the Russian army
A 20-year-old whom the local authorities were trying to force into serving in the Russian army has been removed from currently occupied Crimea as part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative.
Kyiv Unbroken Marathon raises over UAH 2.5M for AFU
During the 15th Kyiv Unbroken Marathon, held on October 11–12 in the capital, organizers raised over UAH 2.5 million to fund drones for the Special Operations Forces.
Memorial dedicated to military chaplains unveiled in Kyiv
A symbolic memorial dedicated to military chaplains was unveiled in Kyiv near the Arch of Freedom of the Ukrainian People.
12 October 2025
Power restored in Boryspil district after Russian drone attack
Energy workers have restored electricity following a Russian drone attack on the Boryspil district, Kyiv region, early on October 12
More than 20,000 users remain without electricity in Sumy region
The power supply situation in the Sumy region has been partially stabilized. More than 20,000 users remain without electricity, mainly in the 5-kilometer border zone.
Russia could pose real threat to NATO before 2036 — ISW
Russian sabotage and espionage activities indicate preparations for a potential war with NATO before 2036.
EU launches new biometric border control system starting today
The European Union is beginning the phased rollout of its digital Entry/Exit System (EES) at external borders starting October 12, including those with Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, and Romania.
Kindergartens in TOT of Luhansk region are instilling traditions of Russian “Cossacks” - RMA
In the temporarily occupied territory of Luhansk region, the occupation administration strictly controls the creation and staffing of “Cossack” groups in kindergartens.
Twelfth underground school opens in Zaporizhzhia
A 12th underground school for 1,000 children has opened in Zaporizhzhia as part of the My Fortress program, implemented jointly with Ukraine's Ministry of Education and Science and UNICEF.
Six electric transport routes suspended in Odesa due to power outage
In Odesa, trolleybus and five tram routes have been suspended due to a power outage.
11 October 2025
Journalist Roshchyna posthumously named recipient of World Press Freedom Hero award
Ukrainian journalist Viktoria Roshchyna, who was killed while in Russian captivity, has been named a recipient of the World Press Freedom Hero award.
Power restored to over 240,000 households in Odesa region after nighttime attack - DTEK
Power engineers in the Odesa region have restored power to over 240,000 households after nighttime shelling; critical infrastructure facilities have been reconnected.
Power restored to over 800,000 households in Kyiv, local outages remain - DTEK
Power engineers have restored electricity to over 800,000 households in Kyiv, with local outages remaining.