Three civilians killed, four injured in Russian attacks on Kherson region in one day
In the Kherson region, Russian invaders killed three civilians and injured four others over the course of the day.
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23 October 2025
Russians prepare to escalate foreign policy by intensifying repression in Crimea — Chubarov
Russians are preparing to escalate their foreign policy by intensifying repression in temporarily occupied Crimea.
Ukraine never uses American weapons to strike distant targets in Russia — Zelensky
Ukraine has never used American weapons to strike distant targets on Russian territory. Various long-range weapons have been used in the temporarily occupied territory of Crimea and in the east of the country.
Change of government in Czech Republic not to affect policy toward Ukrainians – Ambassador Zvarych
The change of government in the Czech Republic will not lead to any abrupt or radical actions regarding Ukrainians residing in the country.
European Union to support Ukraine financially over next two years — Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that the European Union has confirmed it will provide financial support to Ukraine during 2026-2027.
Zelensky calls on EU summit participants to unblock opening of negotiation clusters
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called on participants in the EU summit to find a way to unblock the process of opening negotiation clusters on Ukraine's accession to the European Union.
Ambassador to Czechia not expecting change in Prague's support for Ukraine
Ukraine's Ambassador to the Czech Republic, Vasyl Zvarych, has said he sees no reason to believe that Prague will change its course on supporting Ukraine following the formation of a new government.
Zelensky: European countries also have long-range weapons, talks are underway
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Ukraine is already holding talks with European countries that possess long-range weapons regarding potential supplies.
Zelensky, Fiala discuss bolstering Ukraine's air defenses
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala have discussed initiatives to bolster the protection of Ukraine's airspace.
Ukrainian forces strike Ryazan oil refinery, ammunition depot in Belgorod region
On the night of October 22-23, Ukrainian forces struck the Ryazan Oil Refinery and an ammunition depot located near Valuyki in Russia's Belgorod region.
Russian forces execute five civilians in Donetsk region
In the village of Zvanivka, Donetsk region, Russian servicemen have executed five civilians.
Zelensky, Costa discuss defense support, Ukraine's EU path
The opening of negotiation clusters, the adoption of the EU's 19th sanctions package against Russia, and Ukraine's participation in the SAFE program were among the key topics of a meeting between President Volodymyr Zelensky and European Council President Antonio Costa, held ahead of the EU summit in Brussels.
Energy, crypto, defense industry: EU reveals details of 19th sanctions package against Russia
The 19th package of sanctions adopted by the European Council against Russia includes 69 new individual listings and a range of economic restrictive measures targeting key sectors which fuel Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine, including energy, finance and the military industrial complex.
Belgian PM on frozen Russian assets: Coalition of the Willing must also be coalition of payers
Belgium insists on establishing a clear legal framework and shared responsibility for using Russia's frozen assets to benefit Ukraine – something it says is still lacking.
NBU keeps key policy rate at 15.5%
The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) has decided to keep its key policy rate unchanged at 15.5%.
Weapons for Ukraine: Spain plans to join NATO initiative
On Thursday, October 23, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said that Madrid is considering joining NATO's PURL (Priority Ukraine Requirements List) initiative, which focuses on the joint procurement and delivery of American weapons to Ukraine.
Bodies of 1,000 soldiers returned to Ukraine
On October 23, as part of repatriation efforts, 1,000 bodies claimed by the Russian side to belong to Ukrainian servicemen were returned to Ukraine.
Zelensky on new EU sanctions: Restrictions target exactly those things that help Moscow continue this war
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the adoption of the EU's 19th package of sanctions against Russia demonstrates unity at a time when Russia is intensifying terror and attacks on civilians.
Lithuanian president on US sanctions against Rosneft, Lukoil: This is a game changer
Sanctions against Rosneft and Lukoil will directly affect the oil and gas industry, which generates revenue for Russia's war machine. This will inevitably lead to the collapse of the Russian economy.
China says putting pressure on Putin will not help end war in Ukraine
China's Foreign Ministry stated that pressure on Russian leader Vladimir Putin will not bring the end to the Russian-Ukrainian conflict.
Journalist Olena Hubanova, cameraman Yevhen Karmazin killed in Kramatorsk
Journalist of the Freedom TV channel Olena Hubanova and cameraman Yevhen Karmazin were killed in a Russian Lancet drone strike in Kramatorsk.
Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant is out of month-long blackout — Hrynchuk
Repair crews have completed work on one of the external power lines supplying the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant.
Power outage schedules in effect across 12 regions following Russian strikes — Ukrenergo
Today, October 23, hourly electricity outage schedules are being implemented from 07:00 to 23:00 across 12 regions of Ukraine. New Russian strikes have caused electricity disruptions in the Kharkiv and Chernihiv regions.
Russians drop explosives from drone in Kherson, killing woman
Russian troops attacked Kherson with a drone, killing a woman.
Woman rescued from under rubble in Kostiantynivka
Fighters of the Azov Brigade, together with police officers of the Liut Brigade, rescued a woman from under the rubble in Kostiantynivka, Donetsk region.
In Crimea, occupiers detain visually impaired Oleksandr Sizikov for second time
In the Bakhchysarai district of temporarily occupied Crimea, security forces conducted a search on the night of October 23 and detained visually impaired Oleksandr Sizikov, who was released from prison in May due to illness.
EU approves 19th package of sanctions against Russia — Kallas
The European Union has just approved the 19th package of sanctions against Russia for its ongoing full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Fire reported at oil refinery in Ryazan region
A fire broke out at a factory in Russia's Ryazan region after a drone crashed into it.
Rubio: U.S. still wants to meet with Russia despite imposing sanctions
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the United States still wants to meet with Russia, despite the Trump administration imposing sanctions on Russia's two largest oil companies.
Air Defense Forces destroy 92 out of 130 Russian drones, hits recorded at 11 locations
On the night of October 23, Air Defense Forces destroyed 92 Russian drones of various types out of 130 launched. Hits by 25 strike UAVs were recorded at 11 locations.