On Friday, power outage schedules to be in effect around clock across Ukraine
On Friday, October 31, electricity usage restrictions will be applied around the clock in all regions of Ukraine.
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How Minsk’s Plant SVT Services Russia’s Military-Industrial Complex
According to the Belarusian opposition, there may be more than 500 such enterprises in Belarus
Ukraine, Romania discuss joint projects within SAFE mechanism
On October 29, Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine Sergiy Boyev arrived in Romania to discuss the potential for developing military-technical cooperation between the two countries.
CinC Syrskyi dismisses Russian claims of encirclement in Pokrovsk and Kupiansk
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi met with the commanders of army corps, military units, and formations holding back Russian assaults in the Pokrovsk sector of the front.
Poland has long been Ukraine’s strategic energy partner, expert says
Poland has been a strategic partner of Ukraine in the energy sector for many years, and Warsaw will continue supporting Kyiv in the coming months amid Russia’s ongoing energy terror.
Hourly power cuts canceled throughout Ukraine — Ukrenergo
As of 10:00 a.m., scheduled hourly power outages have been canceled across Ukraine, though there remains a possibility they will be reinstated during the day.
In Zaporizhzhia, victim toll increases to 15
In Zaporizhzhia, the number of people injured as a result of Russia’s overnight combined attack has risen to 15.
Victim toll in Zaporizhzhia climbs to 13
In Zaporizhzhia, the number of people injured in the Russian combined attack has increased to 13.
Is the UN capable of reforming itself?
Russia in the Security Council remains a major stumbling block
Embargo on all Russian energy resources could weaken EU economy and reduce aid to Ukraine – Cherniev
Imposing a full embargo on Russian energy resources could lead to a weakening of the European Union’s economy, which in turn may reduce financial support for Ukraine.
Fishing nets from France’s Brittany to shield Kherson region from drones, regional chief says
Assistance from residents of France’s Brittany, who are providing fishing nets for building anti-drone tunnels, could grow into a formal friendship and partnership agreement between Brittany region and Ukraine’s Kherson region.
29 October 2025
PURL initiative, air defense strengthening: Shmyhal holds talks with Portugal's defense minister
Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal discussed the needs of the Ukrainian army and the strengthening of the country's air defense with Portugal's Minister of National Defense, Nuno Melo.
Ukraine votes against lifting U.S. embargo on Cuba for first time
For the first time Ukraine voted against a UN General Assembly resolution calling for an end to the U.S. embargo on Cuba.
U.S. announces withdrawal of part of its troops from Europe
The U.S. Department of War has announced the redeployment of a combat brigade from its stationing locations in Europe back to the United States on a permanent basis.
Over 90 Molniya drones shot down in Kharkiv region over past week, regional chief says
More than 90 Russian Molniya drones have been shot down in Kharkiv region over the past week.
Juozas Olekas, Speaker of the Seimas of Lithuania
I call on EU countries to allocate 0.25% of GDP to support Ukraine
Cold War would be best scenario now – Swedish expert
Under the current circumstances, a new “Cold War” would be the best possible scenario, as there will be no normalization of relations with Moscow for many years to come.
Ukraine’s recovery requires knowledge and experience, not just resources - Lviv mayor
Ukraine’s future reconstruction demands more than financial resources — it requires deep expertise and practical experience.
Vasyl Zvarych, Ukraine’s Ambassador to the Czech Republic
No reason to worry about new Czech government ending support to Ukraine
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.
AI manipulation: Ukraine’s CCD warns of new information threat from Russia
Russia is becoming a source of a new information threat by resorting to manipulation of artificial intelligence.
Fatal blast in Khmelnytskyi claims two lives, search continues
The number of people killed in an explosion in the apartment building in Khmelnytskyi has risen to two. Emergency and rescue operations are ongoing.
Layoffs hit Russian defense industry, Ukraine’s CCD reports
Ashinsky Metallurgical Plant (AMZ) in Chelyabinsk region, one of Russia’s largest producers of special alloys for the defense-industrial complex, is shutting down its stainless-steel production shop and laying off over 300 employees.
Sharp slowdown hits Russian military-industrial complex, Ukraine warns
Russia’s defense industry has declined after three years of growth.
28 October 2025
Netherlands supports using frozen Russian assets to provide loan to Ukraine – FM
The Netherlands believes it is evident that Russia must compensate Ukraine for the damage it has caused and supports using frozen Russian assets as a loan, provided that all legal and financial risks are addressed.
Ex-Odesa mayor handed suspicion notice for official negligence – media
Former Odesa Mayor Hennadii Trukhanov was handed a suspicion notice for official negligence on the evening of October 28.
Trump to enforce new sanctions against Russia – US ambassador
U.S. President Donald Trump will follow through and enforce harsh new oil sanctions on Russia to pressure Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin into negotiations to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
UN Security Council reform will never happen, says former Secretariat Chief
The effectiveness of the United Nations entirely depends on its five permanent Security Council members, who will never agree to substantial reform, believes former Chief of the UN Security Council Secretariat Oleksandr Matsuka.
PM Svyrydenko announces start of heating season in Ukraine
Prime Minister of Ukraine Yuliia Svyrydenko has announced that the country has officially launched the heating season.
NABU charges state officials with alleged drone procurement scam
The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) has served notices of suspicion to two officials of the State Service of Special Communications and Information Protection (SSSCIP), as well as two representatives of private companies, as part of a case involving the embezzlement of funds during drone procurement for the Defense Forces.