Film 'Romchyk' to premiere at Molodist Film Festival
The Ukrainian premiere of the film "Romchyk" will take place on October 26-27 as part of the competition program of the 54th Kyiv International Film Festival Molodist.
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Power restored in Zaporizhzhia after Russian drone attack
Emergency crews in Zaporizhzhia have restored power to more than 2,200 users who were left without electricity after a nighttime drone attack.
Hrynchuk, European Commission official discuss energy sector challenges ahead of winter
Ukrainian Minister of Energy Svitlana Hrynchuk held an online meeting with Gert Jan Koopman, Director General for Neighbourhood and Enlargement Negotiations at the European Commission, to discuss the challenges facing Ukraine’s energy sector ahead of the winter season.
Ukrainian forces capture at least 125 Russian servicemen from Crimea since war started
Since 2014, at least 125 Russian servicemen from occupied Crimea have been taken prisoner, most of whom are likely Ukrainian citizens.
22 October 2025
United States prepares to announce significant strengthening of sanctions against Russia – Bessent
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that the U.S. administration plans to announce a "substantial" new round of sanctions against Russia in the near future.
Kyslytsya mocks Russia's initiative to discuss UN's future in Security Council amid Kremlin's war crimes
Ukraine's First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sergiy Kyslytsya, criticized Russia's initiative to hold a discussion on the future of the United Nations on the occasion of the organization's 80th anniversary, as well as to involve Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in the event.
Russia may attempt new offensive in Ukraine, but it is unlikely to succeed – retired German general
Russian forces, if they try to launch an offensive in the coming months, are unlikely to achieve any significant gains.
Putin must learn about consequences of attack on NATO – retired Bundeswehr general
Russian leader Vladimir Putin needs to be made aware that any infringement or provocation against a NATO member will have unbearable consequences for him.
Russians use about 60% of Shahed drones, 40% of decoy drones during attacks – Ihnat
During attacks on Ukraine, Russians use about 60% of Shahed-type strike UAVs and 40% of decoy drones.
Rutte: US has already sent several billions in weapons to Ukraine funded by allies
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has said that the United States has already delivered weapons to Ukraine worth "the first couple of billion" dollars, funded by allied contributions.
Transfer of Gripen jets may include additional weapons from partners – Ukrainian Air Force
Any aircraft serves as a weapons platform, so the transfer of Gripen jets to Ukraine may also involve additional missiles and bombs from partner nations.
Trump should have long realized that Putin is merely buying time – German historian
U.S. President Donald Trump should have long understood that Putin does not want peace and is merely buying time, yet the Kremlin leader has once again managed to restrain him from taking decisive action in support of Ukraine.
Electricity prices for households to remain unchanged this winter – PM Svyrydenko
The Cabinet of Ministers has extended the public service obligation (PSO) on electricity until April 30, 2026, meaning that during the heating season, citizens will continue to pay UAH 4.32 per kWh.
Ukrainian president, Saab leadership discuss joint drone production
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that he discussed joint drone production with the leadership of Saab.
Zelensky says some European countries have proposed their own peace initiatives
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that several European countries have put forward their own peace initiatives, but noted that these proposals focus on a ceasefire rather than a comprehensive plan to end the war.
Ukrainian paratroopers liberate Kucheriv Yar in Donetsk region
Ukraine's Air Assault Forces have liberated the village of Kucheriv Yar in the Dobropillia sector.
UK appoints new ambassador to Ukraine
Neil Crompton has been appointed as the new British ambassador to Ukraine.
Zelensky on peace initiatives: Ukraine ready for diplomacy, but not on terms requiring its forces to 'withdraw somewhere'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that Ukraine is ready to support peace initiatives proposed by Europe and U.S. President Donald Trump, but not on the condition that the Ukrainian army "withdraw somewhere."
Zelensky: Future contract with Sweden will allow Ukraine to receive at least 100 Gripen aircraft
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that the cooperation contract in developing air capabilities between Ukraine and Sweden was signed today and will pave the way for the transfer of around 100 Gripen fighter jets.
Ukrainian drones attack oil refinery in Dagestan
On October 22, the Sargas unit of the Department of Active Operations of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry's Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) struck an oil refinery in Makhachkala, Republic of Dagestan, Russian Federation.
Hourly power outage schedules introduced across Ukraine
Starting at 16:00, electricity supply will be limited across all regions of Ukraine, with up to three groups subject to hourly outage schedules simultaneously.
ISW: Kremlin signals to Trump that his demands are incompatible with Russia's war aims
The Kremlin continues to demonstrate to U.S. President Donald Trump that his calls for an immediate end to the war in Ukraine are incompatible with Russia's military objectives.
Europeans view Ukraine's 'human capital' positively – expert
Europeans are unlikely to fear a potential influx of Ukrainians once the country joins the EU, as happened with previous rounds of Eastern European enlargement, since many Ukrainians have already successfully integrated into European societies following Russia's full-scale invasion.
Zelensky summarizes visit to Norway: Today we have new package of energy support
Following his visit to Norway, Zelensky announced that Ukraine will receive about $150 million to purchase gas for the winter, making it the third energy support package from Norway this year.
Expert advises Ukraine to study Russia's tactics used to interfere in Moldova's elections
Ukraine should carefully study the tactics Russia used to interfere in Moldova's electoral process and polarize society in order to be prepared to counter similar attempts during a potential pre-election campaign.
Drone attack on Kharkiv: One dead, number of victims climbs to nine
According to updated data, nine people were injured and one died as a result of the Russian attack on the Kholodnohirskyi district of Kharkiv.
Russia launches 405 drones and 28 missiles against Ukraine, air defense neutralizes 349 targets
Ukrainian Air Defense Forces shot down or neutralized 349 out of 433 missiles and drones launched by Russia since the evening of October 21.
Attack on kindergarten in Kharkiv: One person killed, seven injured, about fifty children evacuated
In Kharkiv, about fifty children were evacuated from a kindergarten that was hit by a Russian drone; the number of injured children is being clarified. One person is known to have died, and seven others were injured.
Kharkiv clarifies: No children among injured in kindergarten strike
During the Shahed drone attack, children from a private kindergarten were in a basic shelter inside the building.
Russia strikes energy and civil infrastructure in ten Ukrainian regions overnight
Russian forces carried out overnight strikes on energy and civil infrastructure across ten regions of Ukraine on 22 October.