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.
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23 October 2025
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.
Number of victims of Russian attack in Kyiv climbs to eight
The number of victims of the Russian military's drone attack on Kyiv has increased to eight, two of whom are in serious condition.
War update: 126 combat clashes over past day, fiercest fighting on Pokrovsk front
Over the past 24 hours, 126 combat engagements were recorded between the Ukrainian Defense Forces and Russian troops, 50 of them on the Pokrovsk axis.
Seven injured in overnight drone attack on Kyiv
Seven people were injured in an overnight Russian drone attack on Kyiv.
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.
Rescuer killed, five more injured in renewed Russian shelling in Kharkiv region
In the Kharkiv region, a rescuer was killed and five of his colleagues were injured during a renewed Russian attack while performing a combat mission.
Russia loses 920 more soldiers in Ukraine war over past 24 hours
Russia suffered approximately 1,134,170 casualties in Ukraine between February 24, 2022 and October 23, 2025, with 920 soldiers killed or wounded in the past 24 hours.
EU approves 19th package of sanctions against Russia – Reuters
The European Union has approved a 19th package of sanctions against Russia for its war against Ukraine that includes a ban on Russian liquefied natural gas imports.
Putin will agree to talks only when he realizes he is losing war – Pifer
To push Russia toward genuine peace talks on Ukraine, Vladimir Putin must be stripped of his belief in victory and shown that he is losing the war, with serious consequences for Russia.
Trump denies WSJ story on US allowing Ukraine to strike Russia with long-range missiles
U.S. President Donald Trump has dismissed as "fake news" a Wall Street Journal article claiming that Washington had allegedly authorized Ukraine to use long-range missiles to strike targets inside Russia.
US Treasury announces sanctions against major Russian oil companies
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has announced sanctions against major Russian oil companies Rosneft and Lukoil, urging Moscow to immediately agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine.
Two injured in Russian drone attack on railway station in Sumy community
A Russian attack drone has struck a railway station in the Sumy community, wounding two people.
Ukrainian Defense Ministry explains essence of Build in Ukraine initiative
The Build in Ukraine initiative is designed to integrate Ukraine's defense industry into Europe's defense ecosystem, increase security assistance to Ukraine, and attract additional investment.
Man convicted of attempted murder of Odesa activists sentenced to 14 years in prison
On October 22, the Prymorskyi District Court of Odesa delivered a verdict in the case of Mykola Maiorenko, accused of organizing a contract killing of two civic activists – Hennadii Beibutian and Demian Hanul.
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.
Another museum robbed in France just hours after Louvre heist
Just a few hours after the theft of jewels from the Louvre in Paris, another robbery took place overnight from Sunday to Monday at the Denis Diderot House of Enlightenment museum, dedicated to the French philosopher.
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.