Russian combat losses in Ukraine up by 1,000 over past day
The total combat losses of Russian forces in manpower from February 24, 2022, to October 19, 2025, have reached approximately 1,130,180 personnel, with 1,000 eliminated in the past 24 hours.
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Ukrainian border guards destroy Russian shelter, three vehicles with FPV drones
On the Southern Slobozhanshchyna front, drone pilots from the Strix strike UAV unit of the 4th Border Guard Detachment destroyed four enemy positions, a shelter, and three Russian vehicles.
Ukrainian drones smash Russian shelters and communication hub in Kursk sector
In the Kursk sector, fighters from the 'Stalevyi Kordon' (Steel Border) border guard brigade used drones to strike two enemy shelters and a Russian communication antenna.
Ukrainian drones smash Russian shelters and communication hub in Kursk sector
In the Kursk sector, fighters from the 'Stalevyi Kordon' (Steel Border) border guard brigade used drones to strike two enemy shelters and a Russian communication antenna.
Afghanistan and Pakistan agree to immediate ceasefire on border
Government representatives from Afghanistan and Pakistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire following another round of negotiations held on October 18 with the mediation of Qatar and Türkiye.
Two-thirds of Germans oppose cash payments to Ukrainian refugees
A majority of German citizens oppose cash benefits (Bürgergeld) for Ukrainian refugees and, at the same time, support the return of military-age men to Ukraine.
Somali teen charged with murder of 17-year-old Ukrainian in Ireland
In Ireland’s capital, a 17-year-old Somali national has been charged with the murder of his Ukrainian peer, Vadym Davydenko.
Kolochava, Synevyrska Polyana included in list of world's best tourism villages
The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has announced the 52 best tourism villages of 2025, with the list including Kolochava and Synevyrska Polyana, both located in Ukraine's western Zakarpattia region.
Ukrainian teen evacuated from temporarily occupied Kherson region
Another teenager has been evacuated from the temporarily occupied territory of Kherson region.
Ukraine to switch to winter time on night of October 26
On the night of Sunday, October 26, Ukrainians will switch to winter time, turning their clocks back one hour at 4 a.m.
ATESH members help damage Russian air defense systems near Tokmak
Members of the military partisan movement ATESH helped the Armed Forces of Ukraine damage Russian air defense systems near Tokmak in the Zaporizhzhia region.
Ukrainian border guards destroy Russian shelter, three vehicles with FPV drones
On the Southern Slobozhanshchyna front, drone pilots from the Strix strike UAV unit of the 4th Border Guard Detachment destroyed four enemy positions, a shelter, and three Russian vehicles.
18 October 2025
Ukraine's Restoration Agency fortifies 22 energy facilities over past year – minister
Ukraine's State Agency for Restoration and Infrastructure Development has built protective structures at 22 energy facilities over the past year.
Ukrainian, Slovak officials discuss opening of Ukrainian study programs in Slovak universities
Ukrainian Education and Science Minister Oksen Lisovyi met with State Secretary at Slovakia's Ministry of Education Robert Zsembera to discuss the launch of Ukrainian studies programs at Slovak universities.
Ukrainian forces intercept Russian order to execute civilian in Kupiansk
Soldiers of the 10th Army Corps of the Ukrainian Ground Forces have intercepted a radio transmission in which a Russian serviceman gives an order to execute a civilian in Kupiansk, Kharkiv region.
Russian fake news: Speaker Stefanchuk to cut off heating for 'draft dodgers'
Russian propaganda is attempting to undermine mobilization in Ukraine using deepfakes.
Ukrainian icebreaker 'Noosfera' launches new Antarctic season
The Ukrainian research icebreaker 'Noosfera' has launched its fifth Antarctic season, which is expected to be a record one in terms of the number of studies and international collaborations.
EU officials say Trump-Putin meeting in Budapest makes Europe uncomfortable
EU politicians think that the meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Budapest to discuss peace in Ukraine is a snub for Europe.
Russian airstrike on Lozova leaves four civilians wounded
In the town of Lozova, Kharkiv region, four people were injured on October 18 following a strike by a Russian aerial bomb.
Finland will never recognize occupied Crimea as part of Russia – Stubb
Finnish President Alexander Stubb stated that Finland would never recognize the occupied Crimean Peninsula, nor Donetsk and Luhansk regions, as part of Russia.
Trump didn’t say ‘no’ to Tomahawk missiles – Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed hope that U.S. President Donald Trump would provide Ukraine with long-range Tomahawk missiles.
White House says U.S. “growing tired” of Russia’s war in Ukraine
The White House has stated that U.S. President Donald Trump continues to work hard in the pursuit of peace, but American patience with Russia’s war against Ukraine is running thin.
War update: 74 clashes along frontline since day-start, main pressure on Pokrovsk front
Since the beginning of the day, 74 combat engagements have taken place between Ukraine’s Defense Forces and Russian troops, 31 of them on the Pokrovsk front.
Europe’s solidarity with Ukraine more crucial than ever – Tusk
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has emphasized the exceptional importance of Europe’s solidarity with Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression, following President Volodymyr Zelensky’s meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in the White House on Friday.
Government adopts measures to boost energy infrastructure protection
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has established a Coordination Center for Engineering Protection and approved a series of decisions aimed at accelerating the construction of protective structures at energy facilities.
German diplomat disappointed as Putin once again sways Trump away from backing Ukraine
German diplomat Christoph Heusgen — former ambassador to the UN, ex-adviser to the German chancellor, and head of the Munich Security Conference — has expressed disappointment that Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin has once again managed to dissuade U.S. President Donald Trump from taking decisive action in support of Ukraine in its fight against Russia.
Stubb: economic pressure could force Russia to negotiating table
Finnish President Alexander Stubb has said that Russia’s resources are being depleted and urged the use of economic pressure to compel Moscow to begin peace talks.
Putin may face difficulties getting to Budapest for meeting with Trump – media
The Hungarian capital is expected to host the next meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian ruler Vladimir Putin, but it may be difficult for Putin to get to Budapest due to risks associated with crossing the airspace of European countries.
Dozens of Russian regions may be left without heating — intelligence
Dozens of regions across the Russian Federation may face heating shortages this winter.
Europeans must stop hoping U.S. end Russia-Ukraine war — German analyst
European countries need to clearly define what they consider an acceptable end to the Russia-Ukraine war.