Zelensky appoints military ombudsman
President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Olha Reshetylova (Kobylynska) as Ukraine’s Military Ombudsman.
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Russia launches its sixth massive attack on Ukraine's gas infrastructure since beginning of October
On the night of October 16, the Russians carried out another massive attack on Ukraine's gas infrastructure.
Zelensky on night attack: Russia uses more than 300 drones and 37 missiles
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that the Russians used more than 300 drones and 37 missiles, including a significant number of ballistic missiles, last night, and also spoke about the enemy's double terror – repeated strikes and cluster munitions.
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.
Man wounded in Nizhyn due to Russian attack
A man was wounded in Nizhyn, Chernihiv region, as a result of a Russian attack that occurred in the early morning.
Ukraine urges world to demand release of Crimean Tatar women detained by occupiers
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has strongly condemned mass searches conducted by Russian occupation security forces in the homes of Crimean Tatars in several districts of Crimea.
Gas production suspended in Poltava region following Russian attack
On the night of October 16, Russian forces attacked Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, halting operations at gas production facilities in the Poltava region.
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.
War update: 184 combat engagements along frontline over past day
On October 15, Ukrainian Defense Forces recorded 184 combat engagements with Russian forces along the front line.
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.
Russia’s combat losses in Ukraine up by 1,080 personnel over past day
Russia’s total combat losses in its war against Ukraine from February 24, 2022, to October 16, 2025, amount to approximately 1,127,300 personnel, including 1,080 eliminated in the past 24 hours.
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).
Russian propaganda spreading fake story about Ukrainian soldiers killing civilians in Sumy region
Russian propaganda is spreading a fake story on social media, alleging that Ukrainian soldiers killed three civilians in Sumy region.
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.
Ukrainian delegation, Rubio discuss steps to end war and build European security
During the meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the Ukrainian delegation discussed steps to end the war in Ukraine and security issues for all of Europe.
Kidnapping, torture, extortion: Group of soldiers arrested in Ternopil
Police in Ternopil have detained a group of servicemen accused of unlawfully detaining people, subjecting them to physical violence and torture, extorting money, and seizing property.
UNESCO Executive Board adopts decision to strengthen support for Ukraine
The UNESCO Executive Board has adopted a decision on actions and an emergency assistance program for Ukraine.
SSU detains Russian agent who collected coordinates for missile and drone strike on Odesa
The counterintelligence unit of the Security Service of Ukraine has detained a Russian agent who, acting on the instructions of the Federal Security Service (FSB), collected coordinates for a missile and drone strike on Odesa.
Ukraine and Bell Helicopter sign MoU on aviation technology development
The Ministry of Economy, Environment and Agriculture of Ukraine has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with U.S. aerospace company Bell Textron Inc to develop industrial cooperation in aviation technologies.
Rebuilding of occupied Avdiivka halted, Russia acknowledges
Russia has effectively acknowledged that the reconstruction of occupied Avdiivka has been halted.
15 October 2025
UK to help Ukraine's defense industry enter Western markets after war – Healey
The existing cooperation between London and Kyiv in drone production, which is currently helping Ukraine resist Russian aggression, will also contribute to the development of Ukraine's defense industry in peacetime.
Ukraine discusses energy sector recovery needs with international partners
During its visit to the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank in Washington, the Ukrainian delegation discussed energy sector recovery needs with partners from the United States and international financial institutions.
US weapons deliveries to Ukraine going according to schedule – Shmyhal
The United States is delivering weapons and equipment to Ukraine strictly according to schedule.
Healey on arms for Ukraine: UK not joining PURL yet but reviewing initiative closely
The United Kingdom is carefully considering joining NATO's PURL initiative for purchasing American weapons for Ukraine, but for now continues to provide Ukraine with assistance, some of which is unique.
Zelensky, Mitsotakis discuss US gas supplies to Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held talks with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on potential cooperation in the energy sector, including the supply of American gas to Ukraine.
Stefanchuk delivers list of Ukraine's defense needs to Starmer
In London, Ukrainian Parliament Speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk handed UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer an updated list of Ukraine's urgent defense needs.
Svyrydenko, IMF leadership discuss new program for Ukraine for 2026-2029
Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko met with the leadership of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to discuss the continuation of cooperation and a new program for Ukraine for 2026-2029.
Ukraine needs to raise $60B for defense next year – Shmyhal
Russia spends around $150 billion per year on the war, meaning Ukraine will need at least $120 billion for defense in 2026. Half of this amount is to be raised from international partners and allocated to the production of European and Ukrainian weapons.