Julia Shramko
The Malta-flagged vessel Chelsea 3 was attacked by three drones near Bulgaria. Fifteen crew members were rescued, while another vessel sank.
The seven-seat BYD Atto 8 has debuted in Europe with a 115 kWh battery and a range of up to 640 km. Charging in 9 minutes is possible only at Flash stations.
LVMH’s sales on the mainland fell by a double-digit percentage, while Chinese consumers’ purchases abroad declined. In the United States, spending increased.
Trump said that Russia and China are unlikely to be providing significant assistance to Iran in its war with the United States. At the same time, the media reported on military cooperation.
The IMF expects Ukraine’s GDP to grow by 1% in 2026 and 3. 5% in 2027. Inflation will stand at 8.9% and 8.7%, respectively.
Air defenses destroyed or suppressed 88 drones. Hits were recorded in 17 locations, loitering munitions in Kharkiv.
The EU imposed sanctions on 1,569 individuals and companies, more than half of them linked to the production of ballistic missiles. Separately, restrictions were imposed on 77 individuals for the “elections” in the TOTs.
Andrii Sybiha said that the EU could open clusters 2 and 3 on Ukraine’s accession on October 13 following the adoption of the law on the rights of national minorities.
Beijing called negotiations the only way to resolve the war and supported efforts for peace. Zelenskyy reported on orders given to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
On October 12, the Verkhovna Rada adopted Law No. 16119 on education in the native language for national minorities and Indigenous peoples with 266 votes. The law brings Ukraine closer to the EU.
Russia struck energy, transport and civilian facilities in several regions of Ukraine. One person is known to have been killed, and dozens were injured.
On October 12, three people were injured in Kyiv in Russian attacks. There are consequences in the Darnytskyi and Solomianskyi districts.
Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford became the 2026 laureates of the Prize in Economic Sciences. They were recognized for the foundations of macroeconomic stabilization.
A drone strike caused a fire at a gas production facility; critical equipment was damaged, and there were no casualties. There are power outages in three regions.
The EU's foreign policy chief is confident that elections in Ukraine will take place after pressure is put on Russia to end the war. Zelenskyy is ready to hold them as soon as possible.
The EU has approved adding nearly 1,600 entities targeting the Russian military-industrial complex to the sanctions list. More than half are linked to the production of ballistic missiles.
Kaja Kallas called for extending the energy truce beyond oil refineries. The EU has prepared sanctions against 1,600 entities related to Russia’s military-industrial complex.
On October 12, the “green” metro line is operating in two sections, while buses No. 22 and No. 91 are traveling via the Darnytskyi Bridge. Water supply has been restored.
General Alexus Grynkewich will present NATO's “theory of victory” in Warsaw. The Alliance seeks to deter Russia's hybrid actions and reassure allies.
Railway and energy infrastructure facilities in Korosten district were hit. As of the morning of October 12, more than 30 trains are delayed en route.
A Russian drone struck a high-rise building in Kharkiv's Kyivskyi District. Three people were injured, while others suffered acute stress reactions.
Brent fell to $103. 18 after Trump’s statements about future supplies of Russian diesel. Risks in the Middle East are limiting the decline.
Olena Rybalko, a former UPA liaison and doctor, died in Lviv on October 9 at the age of 109. The farewell ceremony will take place on October 12.
On the night of October 12, Russia launched 121 drones at Ukraine, including 76 jet-powered ones. Air defense destroyed or suppressed 89 unmanned aerial vehicles.
A Russian drone destroyed the seventh through ninth floors of a high-rise building in Kharkiv. A fire has broken out at the site, and search and rescue operations are underway.
Andy Burnham stated that Russia interfered in the Brexit referendum.
In southern Odesa region, the logistics facilities of a postal operator were damaged; there were no casualties. In Kharkiv, a UAV struck a high-rise building.
A projectile hit the passenger terminal at Riyadh airport, sparking a fire. The Houthis claimed responsibility for an attack involving missiles and drones.
Newport Beach beaches and piers were closed due to an extremely high ocean level. Storm Rachel caused heavy rain, winds, and flooding.
Russian military satellites maneuvered near an ICEYE satellite supporting Ukraine. A German general warned of risks to Starlink.