Antonina Tumanova
Debris clearance of the apartment building after the explosion has been completed in Khmelnytskyi. Two people died, five were injured, including a child.
The European Union has condemned Belarus for provocative actions after balloons carrying smuggled cigarettes forced Lithuania to close airports. The EU warned of possible further sanctions but refrained from directly accusing the Lukashenka regime due to Hungary's objections.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone conversation with Argentine President Javier Milei. Zelenskyy invited Milei to Ukraine to continue the dialogue and discuss the development of relations between the countries.
PACE is concerned about Georgia's decision to appeal to the Constitutional Court regarding the ban on three democratic opposition parties. Co-rapporteurs intend to conduct a fact-finding mission to Tbilisi by the end of the year.
As a result of the shelling of a children's hospital in Kherson, 9 people were injured, including four children. Among the wounded is a 9-year-old girl with a mine-explosive injury and shrapnel wound.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin claimed that Ukrainian troops were allegedly encircled in Kupyansk and Pokrovsk. According to him, Russian troops are not against allowing "media into the enemy's encirclement zones."
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with President of Finland Alexander Stubb. They discussed cooperation with partners and the current situation in diplomacy and in Ukraine.
The IDF struck Hamas infrastructure in southern Gaza in response to the shelling of Israeli soldiers. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered intensive strikes on the Gaza Strip due to Hamas's violation of the ceasefire agreement.
Several Los Angeles suburbs have declared a wildfire threat due to Santa Ana winds. The warnings are in effect until Wednesday evening in the San Gabriel Mountains and the suburbs of Simi Valley and Thousand Oaks.
The number of new brands in Russian retail decreased by almost 40% in the first nine months of 2025, with a twofold drop expected by the end of the year. This is due to a collapse in purchasing power, rising rental rates, and problems with loans.
President Zelenskyy instructed the Ministry of Finance to work out specific public needs for directing funds from frozen Russian assets. He also instructed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to synchronize sanctions against Russia with partners.
On October 29, electricity supply restrictions will be in effect in certain regions of Ukraine from 08:00 to 22:00. The reason is the consequences of Russian attacks on energy facilities.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the military to launch intensive strikes on the Gaza Strip. This decision was made after an attack on IDF troops and Hamas's violations regarding the return of hostage bodies.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the need to synchronize the 19th package of European Union sanctions in all key European countries outside the EU. He instructed the Minister of Foreign Affairs to accelerate work on synchronizing sanctions against Russia.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy instructed to ensure 100% financing of gas imports, of which 70% has already been accumulated. The Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Energy are to implement agreements with Germany, Norway, Italy, the Netherlands, and the European Commission regarding the financing and supply of equipment for electricity generation.
President Zelenskyy emphasized the need to launch a controlled export program for Ukrainian weapons as early as next month. The Minister of Defense must ensure the full implementation of tasks regarding the production and supply of drones by the end of the year.
An explosion in a high-rise building in Khmelnytskyi injured 5 people, including a child. 9 apartments were partially destroyed, 15 more were damaged, and a person is being searched for under the rubble.
Microsoft and OpenAI have agreed to restructure the ChatGPT developer into a public benefit corporation, valuing OpenAI at $500 billion. This gives the company more freedom in business operations and removes restrictions on capital raising.
The ruling party "Georgian Dream" has filed a lawsuit with the Constitutional Court, demanding that three main opposition associations be declared unconstitutional. These are the "United National Movement", the "Coalition for Change" ("Akhali"), and "Strong Georgia - Lelo".
Since the beginning of the day, 76 combat engagements have occurred along the front line. The enemy is actively operating in the Pokrovsk, Oleksandrivka, and Kostiantynivka directions, launching 8 airstrikes and 79 shellings.
Apple Inc. shares rose 0.4%, reaching a market value of $4 trillion, making it the third public company to reach this milestone. This growth was driven by demand for its iPhone lineup and new products.
Since the beginning of the year, 0. 1% of Ukrainians, or 119 people, have been removed from the register of the State Employment Service due to mobilization. In total, 21% of the Employment Service's clients are men, which amounts to almost 62,000 people.
From December 1, China obliges companies to report on the further use of products containing more than 0. 1% of Chinese raw materials. German companies need a license from Beijing to export goods manufactured using Chinese raw materials.
11% of Russians categorically refuse cashless payments, and 15% use cash as their primary means of payment. Among the reasons are account freezes, internet outages, and receiving salaries in cash.
The European Commission has proposed to the Member States to start negotiations with Ukraine on its participation in the GOVSATCOM component of the EU Space Programme and the Union's Secure Connectivity Programme. This will strengthen the resilience of the EU's communication infrastructure and is the next step in advancing Ukraine's participation in the EU Space Programme.
The US provided a letter acknowledging that Rosneft's operations in Germany were fully separated from the Russian parent company.
At Katy Perry's concert, a Georgian fan spoke about the occupation of 20% of his country by Russia and daily protests against the government. The singer supported Georgia, stating her belief in democracy.
Tomorrow, October 28, from 08:00 to 22:00, electricity will be cut off for 1-2 queues of consumers in Ukraine. The restrictions are related to the consequences of Russian attacks on energy facilities.
Two eco-activists attempted to paint Taylor Swift's plane but mistakenly damaged others after cutting through the fence at Stansted Airport on June 20, 2024. The court handed them suspended sentences and community service, despite significant costs for cleaning the planes and repairing the fence.
17 children and teenagers were rescued from the temporarily occupied territories as part of the President of Ukraine's initiative Bring Kids Back UA. Among them is a 17-year-old boy who was forcibly sent to a military camp by the occupiers, and a 7-year-old boy whose grandparents were forced to hide him at home.