Sharp slowdown hits Russian military-industrial complex, Ukraine warns
Russia’s defense industry has declined after three years of growth.
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SBU exposes former militant and 'LPR' deputy who became members of pseudo-parliament
The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has notified in absentia two suspects: a former militant and a traitor deputy, who are collaborating with the aggressor as members of the so-called "LPR People's Council."
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.
Russian forces operating in northern Kupiansk, using small-group tactics, drones – military spox
Russian forces are currently present in the northern part of Kupiansk and are attempting both to bypass the city and to break through toward its center.
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.
Zelensky: We see that China has supplied Russia with machinery for weapons production
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he wants China to stop supplying Russia with weapons and mercenaries and to exert pressure on the aggressor to end the war.
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.
Russian forces attack Chuhuiv with drones, damage civilian enterprise
A civilian enterprise in Chuhuiv, Kharkiv region, was damaged in a Russian drone attack on the evening of Tuesday, October 28.
Zelensky holds phone call with Stubb
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and his Finnish counterpart Alexander Stubb held a phone call on Tuesday to discuss cooperation with international partners.
Ukrainian president, Lithuanian parliament speaker discuss defense support for Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Speaker of the Seimas of Lithuania Juozas Olekas, who is visiting Ukraine for the first time in his current role.
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.
Russians building up forces in Kostiantynivka sector for further assaults
Russian troops are amassing forces in the Kostiantynivka sector of the front in preparation for further assaults, with heavy fighting ongoing.
Russian forces push into outskirts of Myrnohrad, street fighting underway
Russian invading forces have broken through to the outskirts of the town of Myrnohrad in the Pokrovsk sector, where heavy street battles are ongoing.
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.
Zelensky meets Dutch FM to discuss drones, energy support, and Russia’s accountability for war crimes
During a meeting in Kyiv, President Volodymyr Zelensky and Dutch Minister of Foreign Affairs David van Weel discussed Ukraine’s energy support, joint drone production, and the opening of an office of the tribunal for Russia’s war crimes.
Zelensky meets Dutch FM to discuss drones, energy support, and Russia’s accountability for war crimes
During a meeting in Kyiv, President Volodymyr Zelensky and Dutch Minister of Foreign Affairs David van Weel discussed Ukraine’s energy support, joint drone production, and the opening of an office of the tribunal for Russia’s war crimes.
Only 561 civilians remain in Kupiansk
As of midday of October 28, only 561 residents remain in Kupiansk, Kharkiv region.
Russian forces shell residential area in Kramatorsk
In the Donetsk region, Russian troops once again shelled a residential area of Kramatorsk. The extent of the damage is being determined.
Lithuanian parliament speaker makes first visit to Ukraine
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk and Speaker of the Lithuanian Seimas Juozas Olekas discussed steps to strengthen sanctions, economic, and diplomatic pressure on Russia during their meeting.
U.S. gives Germany six months to resolve issue of Rosneft assets – Bloomberg
Washington has set a six-month deadline for Berlin to resolve the issue concerning the assets of Russian oil company Rosneft.
Berlin says U.S. will exclude German branches of Rosneft from sanctions
The U.S. government has provided written guarantees that Rosneft's assets in Germany will not fall under American sanctions against Russia, as they are not under Russian control.
Russian drone attacks vehicle near front line, injuring members of WELT film crew
A Russian kamikaze drone attacked a Ukrainian military vehicle, injuring several members of the German news agency WELT's film crew.
European Commission proposes starting talks with Ukraine on participation in EU space and satellite programs
The European Commission has proposed that EU member states approve the start of negotiations with Ukraine on its participation in the Governmental Satellite Communications (GOVSATCOM) component of the EU Space Programme and in the EU secure connectivity programme.
Russia's Burevestnik missile test is worrying sign – Norwegian PM
Russia's work on developing its nuclear arsenal, including the controversial test of the Burevestnik missile, is a worrying signal, but NATO countries and their partners will not allow themselves to be intimidated.
Russian drone attacks civilian vehicle in Sumy region, driver injured
In the Sumy region, a Russian drone attacked a civilian vehicle, injuring one person.
Enemy increasing use of heavy equipment on Pokrovsk front – Ukrainian military
Russian forces have begun to use more heavy equipment on the Pokrovsk front, where street fighting is ongoing in the city of Pokrovsk.
Injury toll from Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia district rises to two
The number of people injured in a Russian strike on the Zaporizhzhia district has increased to two.
EU considering cash balances of Russian assets to provide loan for Ukraine – von der Leyen
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has said that several options are being developed for the use of frozen Russian assets, which remain the main expected source to meet Ukraine's financial needs.
Ukrainian ambassador: Performances by Russian singer in Zurich a painful signal for Ukrainians
Ukrainian Ambassador to Switzerland Iryna Venediktova has published an open letter calling on the Swiss public to support Ukraine's position and cancel the scheduled performances of Russian singer Anna Netrebko at the Zurich Opera.
Naftogaz completes gas storage plan
Naftogaz Group has accumulated 13.2 billion cubic meters of natural gas in underground storage facilities and is planning additional imports due to Russian attacks on gas production sites.