Julia Shramko
Brent fell by nearly 1% following U. S. signals of a possible easing of sanctions on Russian tankers. WTI rose amid the anticipated decline in inventories.
The European Commission is aware of reports regarding Starlink restrictions for Ukraine. The EU is discussing Ukraine’s full association with the Govsatcom programme.
A powerful downpour flooded parts of Istanbul, roads and homes, sweeping away cars. Three people died, four are missing, and 2,727 people were evacuated.
Renew Europe called on the EU to provide Ukraine with access to GOVSATCOM and purchase satellite services from European operators. This came after restrictions on Starlink.
Andris Kulbergs said that one less beer per year per European would help cover the costs of aid to Ukraine. He spoke ahead of the EU summit.
EU leaders plan to urge Volodymyr Zelenskyy to soften his public criticism of Donald Trump. They fear a deterioration in relations between Kyiv and Washington.
As a result of the strike on the store, three people were injured, the building was partially destroyed, and cars were damaged. Zelenskyy called on people not to lift the sanctions.
The Rada adopted customs and tax changes: VAT on such parcels will be charged from the first euro. The new rules will take effect no earlier than July 2027.
Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin called on the EU to open the remaining clusters for Ukraine and Moldova. He called this a strong signal of support for Ukraine.
Kaja Kallas considers Ukraine's strikes on Russian oil refineries a form of defense. She called on the United States to put pressure on Russia, not Ukraine.
The Verkhovna Rada passed a law on VAT for international online purchases regardless of their value. Non-commercial parcels worth up to €45 will be exempt from tax.
The Ukrainian Navy reported a Neptune strike on the Borisoglebsk airfield in Russia’s Voronezh region. The destruction of six Su-34Ms was reported.
In Kyiv, a Russian drone crashed in the courtyard of buildings in Pechersk, damaging structures and cars. Five people were injured, and two were hospitalized.
A fire broke out on the San Marino-flagged vessel Wide Trader near Sulina. Four people have been rescued, while the search for eight others is still underway.
As a result of the UAV attack, equipment was damaged and a fire broke out. Operations were suspended; no personnel were injured.
As of October 15, the NBU set the dollar exchange rate at UAH 44. 9801 and the euro at UAH 50.3453. The hryvnia strengthened by 10 and 9 kopecks, respectively.
German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil reaffirmed Germany’s unwavering support for Ukraine and said it expects political reforms. The EU is seeking additional funding.
Germany's vice chancellor said that Russia would not return to the G20 with European support. Negotiations must not take place without Ukraine.
Cloudy weather with sunny intervals and rain is expected on October 15, with the heaviest rainfall in the east and southeast. Frosts as low as 3° are possible at night.
The US proposed that Europe transfer some of the frozen Russian assets to a Washington mechanism to revive peace talks. European delegates rejected the plan.
Zelenskyy told the FT that the block on strikes against Russian oil refineries is out. He also said that Moscow had violated the energy ceasefire.
Overnight, Russia launched two Kh-59 missiles and 580 drones at Ukraine. Air defenses destroyed or suppressed 536 unmanned aerial vehicles; hits were recorded at 31 locations.
Jean-Noël Barrot said that Musk uses X to harass European leaders online. He also warned of foreign interference in France's 2027 elections.
Russian strikes have damaged Coca-Cola, McDonald’s, and PepsiCo facilities in Ukraine. The American Chamber of Commerce is calling on the White House to respond.
A Russian attack with a jet-powered drone on Lutsk on October 14 claimed the lives of five people. Another 12 people were injured.
In the EU, there are calls for leading European players to create a new “alliance” to strengthen collective satellite capabilities. The EU is considering preferences in frequency allocation.
The attack by a Russian jet-powered drone caused a fire in a wholesale store and damaged a high-rise building. A child is among the injured.
The European Commission has provided Ukraine with €2. 86 billion במסגרת the Ukraine Support Loan. The funds will be directed toward drones, air defense systems, missiles, radars, and ammunition.
In Lutsk, an enemy “Shahed” attack destroyed civilian infrastructure and sparked a fire. Six people were injured,\r\ntwo of them are in serious condition.
SpaceX restrictions on Starlink terminals could make it more difficult to counter jet-powered "Shaheds," Serhii Beskrestnov said.