Zelensky, Fiala discuss bolstering Ukraine's air defenses
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala have discussed initiatives to bolster the protection of Ukraine's airspace.
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Russian forces execute five civilians in Donetsk region
In the village of Zvanivka, Donetsk region, Russian servicemen have executed five civilians.
Zelensky, Costa discuss defense support, Ukraine's EU path
The opening of negotiation clusters, the adoption of the EU's 19th sanctions package against Russia, and Ukraine's participation in the SAFE program were among the key topics of a meeting between President Volodymyr Zelensky and European Council President Antonio Costa, held ahead of the EU summit in Brussels.
Energy, crypto, defense industry: EU reveals details of 19th sanctions package against Russia
The 19th package of sanctions adopted by the European Council against Russia includes 69 new individual listings and a range of economic restrictive measures targeting key sectors which fuel Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine, including energy, finance and the military industrial complex.
Belgian PM on frozen Russian assets: Coalition of the Willing must also be coalition of payers
Belgium insists on establishing a clear legal framework and shared responsibility for using Russia's frozen assets to benefit Ukraine – something it says is still lacking.
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.
Zelensky on new EU sanctions: Restrictions target exactly those things that help Moscow continue this war
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the adoption of the EU's 19th package of sanctions against Russia demonstrates unity at a time when Russia is intensifying terror and attacks on civilians.
Lithuanian president on US sanctions against Rosneft, Lukoil: This is a game changer
Sanctions against Rosneft and Lukoil will directly affect the oil and gas industry, which generates revenue for Russia's war machine. This will inevitably lead to the collapse of the Russian economy.
China says putting pressure on Putin will not help end war in Ukraine
China's Foreign Ministry stated that pressure on Russian leader Vladimir Putin will not bring the end to the Russian-Ukrainian conflict.
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.
In Crimea, occupiers detain visually impaired Oleksandr Sizikov for second time
In the Bakhchysarai district of temporarily occupied Crimea, security forces conducted a search on the night of October 23 and detained visually impaired Oleksandr Sizikov, who was released from prison in May due to illness.
EU approves 19th package of sanctions against Russia — Kallas
The European Union has just approved the 19th package of sanctions against Russia for its ongoing full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
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.
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.
EU approves 19th package of sanctions against Russia – Reuters
The European Union has approved a 19th package of sanctions against Russia for its war against Ukraine that includes a ban on Russian liquefied natural gas imports.
Putin will agree to talks only when he realizes he is losing war – Pifer
To push Russia toward genuine peace talks on Ukraine, Vladimir Putin must be stripped of his belief in victory and shown that he is losing the war, with serious consequences for Russia.
US Treasury announces sanctions against major Russian oil companies
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has announced sanctions against major Russian oil companies Rosneft and Lukoil, urging Moscow to immediately agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine.
Ukrainian Defense Ministry explains essence of Build in Ukraine initiative
The Build in Ukraine initiative is designed to integrate Ukraine's defense industry into Europe's defense ecosystem, increase security assistance to Ukraine, and attract additional investment.
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
United States prepares to announce significant strengthening of sanctions against Russia – Bessent
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that the U.S. administration plans to announce a "substantial" new round of sanctions against Russia in the near future.
Kyslytsya mocks Russia's initiative to discuss UN's future in Security Council amid Kremlin's war crimes
Ukraine's First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sergiy Kyslytsya, criticized Russia's initiative to hold a discussion on the future of the United Nations on the occasion of the organization's 80th anniversary, as well as to involve Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in the event.
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.
Trump should have long realized that Putin is merely buying time – German historian
U.S. President Donald Trump should have long understood that Putin does not want peace and is merely buying time, yet the Kremlin leader has once again managed to restrain him from taking decisive action in support of Ukraine.
Ukrainian president, Saab leadership discuss joint drone production
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that he discussed joint drone production with the leadership of Saab.
Zelensky says some European countries have proposed their own peace initiatives
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that several European countries have put forward their own peace initiatives, but noted that these proposals focus on a ceasefire rather than a comprehensive plan to end the war.