German expert: Ukraine should rely on its own missiles, not America’s
Ukraine should rely not on U.S. Tomahawk missiles — which it is unlikely to receive, or will receive only in limited numbers — but on its own long-range weapons development.
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Slovakia to support Ukraine during winter and not obstruct its EU accession — Fico
Slovakia will not obstruct Ukraine’s accession to the European Union and wants to show solidarity with Ukrainians, who may face a difficult winter.
Russia expands Engels-2 air base — strategic aviation hub for strikes on Ukraine
Russia is expanding the Engels-2 air base — the main hub of strategic aviation from which aircraft-carriers launch strikes on Ukraine.
Finland sends new aid package to Ukraine
Finland is sending its 30th materiel assistance package to Ukraine.
Ukrenergo may implement emergency power cuts in evening
On Friday, emergency power cuts are planned during the evening peak consumption period; in the eastern part of the country, power cuts may resume in the next hour.
During bad weather, Russians launch fewer drones but intensify shelling and assaults – Voloshyn
In southern Ukraine, during adverse weather conditions, Russian occupation forces reduce the use of unmanned aerial vehicles but increase the intensity of artillery shelling and may step up assault operations.
Russian guided aerial bombs strike civilian infrastructure in Sumy, one person injured
On the morning of October 17, Russian forces struck a civilian infrastructure site in the city of Sumy with guided aerial bombs, injuring a local resident.
One killed, 11 injured in Russian attacks on Kherson region over past day
In the Kherson region, as a result of Russian aggression over the past day, one person was killed and 11 others were injured, including a child.
Tomahawks, not real but informational so far, are already flying towards Russia
Washington too is now playing the game of “strategic uncertainty”
31st UDCG meeting: Key Outcomes and Commitments
Partners are mobilizing unprecedented financial support through the US-led PURL initiative
SSU: 16 agents spying for Russia sentenced to long prison terms
As many as 16 individuals who collaborated with Russian intelligence services in eastern Ukraine have received long prison sentences.
Russia risks losing control over 40% of its territory due to Chinese, North Korean expansion – intelligence
Russia risks losing control over 40% of its territory as China and North Korea expand their spheres of influence in the Far East.
Sobolev outlines Ukraine’s key investment advantages
Ukraine’s main competitive advantages for attracting investment include the adaptability of its business sector during wartime, its trajectory toward European integration, and the large-scale demand that will be generated by post-war reconstruction.
16 October 2025
PM Svyrydenko: Ukraine counting on EU's decision to implement reparations loan mechanism
Russia does not intend to stop the aggression, so international support for Ukraine must be consistent and effective.
Reparations loan should become key financing instrument for Ukraine in 2026 – Marchenko
A "reparations loan," a new financing instrument created in support of Ukraine, which implies the use of frozen Russian assets, is expected to become one of the main instruments for securing the country's financial needs in 2026-2027.
Ukraine and Europe must align their strategies with U.S. as closely as possible — expert
U.S. President Donald Trump has seen that Ukraine is not a weak player and has allies, and he may change his strategy, while Europe and Kyiv need to align their strategies with the U.S. as closely as possible.
Ukrainian strikes on oil refineries cause Russia more damage than sanctions — Budanov
Ukrainian strikes on oil refineries caused more damage to the Russian economy than international sanctions.
Trump ready to increase pressure on Putin – British expert
U.S. President Donald Trump has become frustrated by the lack of progress in ending the war between Russia and Ukraine, and a new phase of this conflict is now beginning, in which he will evidently increase pressure on Putin.
Air Force spokesperson shares details of Russia's overnight attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure
On the night of October 15-16, Russia carried out another combined strike targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure, particularly facilities in the gas sector.
Marchenko outlines Ukraine’s financial needs for 2026–2027 during Washington visit
Ukraine will require approximately $60 billion in external financing over 2026–2027 to cover its budget deficit and support the energy sector, which continues to suffer from ongoing Russian attacks.
Counter-sabotage operations ongoing in Kupiansk – General Staff
Counter-sabotage operations by Ukrainian forces are ongoing in Kupiansk, Kharkiv region, where the enemy has concentrated about 80 troops.
Reports of Russian troops landing on Karantynnyi Island false – Ukrainian military
Reports claiming that Russian forces landed on Karantynnyi Island in the Korabelnyi district of Kherson are false.
Zelensky appoints military ombudsman
President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Olha Reshetylova (Kobylynska) as Ukraine’s Military Ombudsman.
Emergency power outages implemented in Kyiv and nine regions – Ukrenergo
On the morning of October 16, emergency power outages were implemented in Kyiv and nine other regions, while scheduled hourly outages remain in effect in the Chernihiv region.
New Czech government unlikely to oppose Ukraine in international bodies — expert
The most likely future government of the Czech Republic may be less supportive of Ukraine, but is unlikely to block military aid to Kyiv if it is in the Czech interests, including in international forums.
Zelensky at Staff meeting: Ukraine has capacity to scale up deep strikes
Ukraine's main task at this stage is to expand its long-range strike capabilities against enemy territory. The potential exists, and systems like Patriots and Tomahawks can help lay the foundation for lasting peace.
Ukrainian border guards use FPV drones to smash Russian positions in Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, drone pilots from the main operational and reconnaissance unit, together with fighters from the 'Strix' strike UAV company of the 4th Border Guard Detachment, destroyed five shelters and a communications antenna belonging to Russian invaders.
Pro-Russian agitator exposed in Mykolaiv region
In Mykolaiv region, the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) and the National Police exposed a pro-Russian agitator who called the Maidan Revolution a “state coup” and justified Russia’s armed aggression against Ukraine.
Russian agent to face trial for plotting bomb attack on military center in Lviv
In Lviv, prosecutors have sent to court an indictment against a 33-year-old Ukrainian citizen who, acting on behalf of Russia, planned to bomb Ukrainian military personnel from a Territorial Recruitment Center (TRC).
Ukrainian border guards use FPV drones to smash Russian positions in Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector
In the Southern Slobozhanshchyna sector, drone pilots from the main operational and reconnaissance unit, together with fighters from the 'Strix' strike UAV company of the 4th Border Guard Detachment, destroyed five shelters and a communications antenna belonging to Russian invaders.