Antonina Tumanova
The health of journalist Iryna Danilovych, illegally imprisoned in Russia, is deteriorating. MP Yaroslav Yurchyshyn calls on international organizations to help release the media personality who needs urgent treatment.
In the Bakhmut direction, the occupiers shot a wounded Ukrainian Armed Forces serviceman, probably. The incident occurred on September 6, 2024, near the Phenol Plant in the village of New York, and an investigation has been launched.
President Zelenskyy said that the United States is bringing Ukraine closer to NATO than ever before. He noted Germany's skepticism and the desire of some leading countries not to completely close the door with Russia.
Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi held a meeting with the leadership to strengthen air defense. Specific steps have been identified to improve the protection of Ukrainian skies, introduce innovations and cover critical infrastructure.
U. S. Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy and Human Rights, Uzra Zea, arrived in Kyiv. The visit reaffirms the US commitment to support Ukraine against the Russian invasion.
Russian troops dropped explosives from a UAV on utility workers in Kherson. Five men sustained explosive injuries and wounds and were taken to the hospital.
The Ukrainian president said that the invitation to NATO would strengthen the country diplomatically. Zelenskyy thanked NATO members for their help and expects financial support of €40 billion.
Enemy UAVs have been spotted in the Kyiv region, and air defense forces are working. Residents are urged to follow safety rules and stay in shelters until the air raid is over.
The German government has announced the transfer of another batch of military equipment to Ukraine. The package includes Leopard 1A5 tanks, Marder armored personnel carriers, Panzerhaubitze 2000 howitzers, IRIS-T air defense systems, and other equipment.
275 Ukrainian journalists signed a statement calling on the international community to address the murder of Victoria Roshchyna in Russian captivity. They demand active action from the UN, OSCE, PACE and ICRC.
The Central Election Commission of Ukraine has asked the IEBC to suspend the membership of the election commissions of the Russian Federation and Belarus. The reason is the organization of illegal elections in the occupied territories of Ukraine and violation of the principles of democracy.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Ukrainian soldiers undergoing treatment at a military hospital in Brussels. He spoke with the wounded defenders of Donetsk region and presented them with state awards.
At a gas station in the Amur region of Russia, a truck carrying fireworks overturned and burst into flames after colliding with a car. The explosion of fireworks led to a fire, which was extinguished by firefighters.
Herman Halushchenko met with Fatih Birol in Paris. They discussed challenges to nuclear safety due to Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure and ways to help the Ukrainian energy sector.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived at NATO Headquarters in Brussels. He will meet with the Alliance's Secretary General and participate in a meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Council to discuss the situation and needs of Ukraine.
A Nissan and a Chevrolet collided on the Mala Snitinka-Fastiv highway. The two drivers and a passenger were injured and hospitalized, and the police launched an investigation under Part 1 of Article 286 of the Criminal Code.
On October 30, MMR will host a PR marathon where top Ukrainian companies will share their experience in managing reputation in times of war. Experts will discuss the ethics of communications, international PR campaigns and the use of the latest technologies.
On October 18-20, Kyiv is expected to experience severe frosts from 0 to -3° at night, with daytime temperatures of 8-10° Celsius. The KCSA warns of the second level of danger and possible ice on the roads.
A 3-year-old boy died in Rivne, preliminarily from poisoning with an unknown substance. The parents accuse the doctors of negligence, and the prosecutor's office has launched an investigation and ordered examinations.
Ukrainian border guards from the “Vengeance” brigade destroyed a Russian tank near Kreminna in Luhansk region. A Vampire drone attacked enemy vehicles, destroying several vehicles and enemy shelters.
Russian troops shelled Marhanets in Dnipropetrovs'k region. Three people were wounded, private houses, outbuildings, cars and communications were damaged.
The SBU CI detained three Russian agents who were collecting intelligence on the locations of the Defense Forces and Ukrzaliznytsia facilities. The detainees face 12 years to life in prison with confiscation of property.
A 24-year-old law student offered to help with fake admission to a Polish university for $10,000. He was detained after receiving part of the money from his “clients.
The head of the Kyiv RMA reported that 110 companies and 1442 stores participated in the National Cashback program. The government's initiative is aimed at supporting the national economy and local businesses in times of war.
An explosion was heard in Sumy. The Air Force warned of the threat of ballistic missile attacks from the south.
Explosions were heard in the occupied Crimea. The occupiers report the operation of Russian air defense systems, an air alert has been declared, and the Crimean bridge is blocked due to a missile threat.
A website was found on the Internet that copied the structure of the official SBGS website. Cybersecurity established a Russian trace, blocked the resource and urged citizens to consume information critically.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signs a decree dismissing Viktoriya Galitsyna from the post of head of the Berdiansk city military administration.
International retail chains are refraining from signing long-term contracts with Georgian exporters due to the political situation. This is due to the expectation of possible sanctions and the suspension of Georgia's accession to the EU.
At least 177 Ukrainian prisoners of war have died in Russian captivity since the beginning of the war. The EU strongly condemns these killings and calls for those responsible to be held accountable for war crimes.