Russian forces attack energy infrastructure in four regions overnight – Ministry of Energy
During the night of October 17, Russian forces attacked energy infrastructure in the Dnipropetrovsk, Kirovohrad, Sumy and Donetsk regions.
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Russian forces attack transport infrastructure in Chernihiv, one person injured
Russian forces have attacked transport infrastructure in Chernihiv, injuring one person.
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.
Ukrainian president, U.S. energy secretary discuss joint projects
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has met with U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright to discuss joint projects.
Zelensky meets Lockheed Martin representatives in U.S.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had a meeting with representatives of the American defense company Lockheed Martin.
Ukrainian forces make gains in regaining control of territory in Zaporizhzhia region – CinC Syrskyi
Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Oleksandr Syrskyi said that Ukrainian forces halted Russia's spring and summer offensive campaign and achieved certain successes in regaining control over territory in the Zaporizhzhia region.
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.
Emergency power outages implemented in Kyiv and two other regions
Emergency power outages have been introduced in Kyiv, Kyiv region, and Dnipropetrovsk region.
Tomahawks, not real but informational so far, are already flying towards Russia
Washington too is now playing the game of “strategic uncertainty”
Air defenses neutralize 35 of 70 drones used in Russia's overnight attack on Ukraine
Ukraine's air defense forces shot down or jammed 35 out of 70 Russian drones launched since the evening of October 16.
Zelensky meets with Patriot system manufacturer
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, following a meeting with representatives of Raytheon, the manufacturer of Patriot systems, has said that there are solutions that can further strengthen the protection of lives in Ukraine.
War update: 178 combat clashes over past day, two frontline sectors remain hottest
On October 16, Ukrainian Defense Forces engaged in 178 clashes with Russian invaders, with the enemy most active in the Pokrovsk and Oleksandrohrad sectors.
31st UDCG meeting: Key Outcomes and Commitments
Partners are mobilizing unprecedented financial support through the US-led PURL initiative
Russians launch 618 attacks on Zaporizhzhia region over past day, police officer injured
Over the past 24 hours, Russian forces carried out 618 strikes on 18 settlements in Zaporizhzhia region.
Russia’s war casualty toll in Ukraine up by 730 over past day
The total combat losses of Russian forces from February 24, 2022, to October 17, 2025, in the war against Ukraine now amount to approximately 1,128,030 personnel, including 730 losses in the past 24 hours.
Russians attack Dnipropetrovsk region, damaging energy infrastructure
Overnight, enemy forces attacked districts in Dnipropetrovsk region. In Kryvyi Rih, energy infrastructure was damaged.
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.
If Tomahawks too costly, fund Ukraine’s Flamingos instead, Austrian expert says
If potential deliveries of U.S. Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine turn out to be too costly, it might make more sense to invest that money in producing more of Ukraine’s own, cheaper Flamingo missiles.
Trump on Tomahawks for Ukraine: ‘We have a lot of them, but we need them’
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday, following a conversation with Russian leader Vladimir Putin, that the United States has plenty of Tomahawk missiles but cannot allow its own stockpiles to deplete.
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.
Kryvyi Rih hit by massive drone attack
Kryvyi Rih was under a massive attack by Shahed drones, with more than 10 explosions reported as air defense systems were operating.
Contract 18-24: Most popular brigades in Land Forces
The 3rd Separate Assault Brigade, 92nd Separate Assault Brigade, 93rd Mechanized Brigade, and 72nd Mechanized Brigade are the most popular among candidates signing contracts under the Contract 18-24 program.
Ukraine and Poland sign letter of intent on defense industry cooperation
Kyiv and Warsaw have signed a letter of intent to enhance cooperation between their defense industries.
FSB special forces, marine infantry being transferred from Crimea to Mariupol
In the temporarily occupied city of Mariupol, which is under Russian army control, there have been reports of the invaders redeploying elite units of the FSB special forces and marine infantry from the annexed Crimea.
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.
Russian agent preparing terrorist attack against Ukrainian military detained in Kharkiv region
Police and the Security Service of Ukraine have foiled and detained a Russian agent who was planning a terrorist attack against Ukrainian servicemen in the Kharkiv region.
16 October 2025
War update: 146 clashes along frontline, fiercest fighting in Pokrovsk sector
There have been 146 combat clashes on the front; the Russians have made 42 attempts to break through Ukraine’s defense in the Pokrovsky sector, losing over 150 personnel.
Zelensky arrives in U.S. on visit
The President of Ukraine has arrived in the United States on a visit during which a meeting with the President of the United States is scheduled.
U.S. Senate ready to move on Russia sanctions bill, Republican majority leader says
U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune has announced his readiness to support the bill, which provides for new trade and financial restrictions on Russia.
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.