Nord Stream sabotage: Defense says Ukrainian is safe only within Poland
Poland has refused to extradite Ukrainian citizen Volodymyr Zhuravlov to Germany under a European arrest warrant, but he may still face prosecution in other European countries.
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Russians drop explosives from drone on their soldier who wanted to surrender
In the Orikhiv direction, Russian servicemen dropped explosives from a drone on their own soldier who decided to surrender to the Ukrainian Defense Forces.
Russia launches serial production of 200-kilometer-range aerial bombs — Skibitskyi
Russia has launched serial production of aerial bombs with a range of 200 kilometers.
Russian troops shell Kostiantynivka, killing one person
On October 20, Russian troops shelled Kostiantynivka in the Donetsk region, killing a civilian.
DIU soldiers hit Russian Valdai radar system in Crimea
Soldiers of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine hit the Russian invaders' Valdai radar system in temporarily occupied Crimea.
Russians shell Novovorontsovka community in Kherson region, one person injured
Russian troops shelled the village of Osokorivka in the Novovorontsovka community in the Kherson region, injuring a 36-year-old civilian.
Preparation for winter and protection of energy infrastructure: Zelensky holds Staff meeting
Most of the issues discussed during the Staff meeting concerned the energy situation in the regions, protection of energy facilities, preparation for the winter season, and gas procurement.
Russian troops attack village in Chernihiv region with drone, one man wounded
On October 20, Russian troops attacked the village of Kostobobriv in the Chernihiv region with an FPV drone, injuring a resident.
Russians attack car with an FPV drone in Zaporizhzhia region, injuring a man
The Russian army attacked the village of Varvarivka in the Polohy district. An FPV drone hit a car, injuring a man.
Ukraine's Path to Tomahawk Missiles: Following a Proven Strategy
Ukraine will likely soon obtain Tomahawk cruise missiles that will help win the war and secure the peace. When I advocated for cluster munitions and then ATACMS for Ukraine, there was a successful process that is now being followed for Tomahawks. Just as with those previous weapons systems, this deliberate strategy will likely result in Ukraine receiving Tomahawks soon.
Russians attack coal enterprise in Dnipropetrovsk region, DTEK beneficiation plant
On Monday, Russians attacked a beneficiation plant in the Dnipropetrovsk region.
SSU confirms conducting searches of relatives of National Anti-Corruption Bureau detective
The Security Service of Ukraine is conducting searches of several individuals, including relatives of a National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) detective, as part of previously opened criminal proceedings concerning illegal enrichment and the legalization of property obtained by criminal means.
Major General Drapatyi heads newly formed Joint Forces Group
A Joint Forces Group has been created as part of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. It will be managed almost entirely by the Joint Forces Command under the leadership of Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi.
Russia intensifies strikes in South with gliding bombs and drones – Voloshyn
On the southern front last week, there was increased activity of Russian forces – the enemy ramped up the number of airstrikes and drone attacks significantly.
Russia conscripts residents of occupied Luhansk region and deploys them to fight in south — Voloshyn
Despite official statements to the contrary, the Russian command continues to replenish its units with conscripted personnel from Ukraine's temporarily occupied territories.
Russia shifts tactics: targeted strikes aim to cripple Ukraine’s energy system region by region – Energy Ministry
The tactics Russia is now using to attack Ukraine’s energy system make it harder to quickly repair damaged infrastructure.
Over 4,500 Russian soldiers desert 58th Army fighting in Southern Ukraine
Russian units engaged in combat against Ukraine’s Defense Forces in the Orikhiv sector are experiencing widespread desertion.
FM Sybiha informs European partners on results of Zelensky-Trump meeting
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that ceasefire remains a key element of a real peace process and called for collective pressure on Russia to force it into peace.
Russian drone attacks residential area in Kherson
The enemy struck a residential neighborhood in Kherson's Tsentralnyi district with a drone this morning, destroying a house.
Russian drone attacks residential area in Kherson
The enemy struck a residential neighborhood in Kherson's Tsentralnyi district with a drone this morning, destroying a house.
Ukraine repels all Russian attacks in South, destroys enemy assault group near Stepnohirsk – military spox
On the southern front, Ukrainian defenders have successfully repelled all attempts by Russian forces to breach the defenses.
Austria to close last arrival center for Ukrainian displaced persons
Austria will have closed its last arrival center for displaced Ukrainians at the Quartier Schlossberg in Vienna by the end of 2025.
West must help Ukraine defend itself, not surrender – Finnish foreign minister
Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin does not want peace, and therefore the West should support Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression rather than push it toward surrender.
Zelensky, Macron discuss path to peace in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron about efforts to bring the war in Ukraine to an end.
Russian saboteurs infiltrate Pokrovsk, several civilians killed
A Russian sabotage and reconnaissance group infiltrated the center of Pokrovsk, killing several civilians near the railway station.
Zelensky: Trump focused on ending Russia-Ukraine war
President Volodymyr Zelensky believes that following the ceasefire in the Middle East, U.S. President Donald Trump is now determined to put maximum effort into achieving peace in Ukraine.
Trump denies telling Zelensky to cede all Donetsk region to Russia
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that he had not told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that Ukraine should cede entire Donetsk region to Russia, Ukrinform reports.
Electricity restrictions in effect for businesses across Ukraine; hourly outage schedules in Chernihiv region
On Monday, October 20, power limitation schedules for businesses and industrial consumers are in effect across all regions of Ukraine from 06:00 to 22:00. In the Chernihiv region, hourly power outages are being implemented.
Zelensky: Ukraine preparing contract with U.S. for 25 Patriot systems
President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that Ukraine and the United States are preparing a contract for the delivery of 25 Patriot air defense systems.
Russians attack railway and port infrastructure overnight
Russian forces launched another nighttime assault on Ukraine’s logistics infrastructure early Monday, October 20, striking railway and port facilities.