President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed energy restoration at the meeting of the Staff of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief. The most difficult situation is observed in the frontline communities and near the border with Russia.
Donald Trump said that his special envoy, Steve Witkoff, had a five-hour meeting with Vladimir Putin, although only 20 minutes were planned. Witkoff, who knew little about Russia and Putin, said he discussed "many interesting things."
US President Donald Trump said that after the Israel-Hamas war, his team should focus on the war in Ukraine. After that, he proposes to conclude a peace agreement with Iran, considering it an easy task.
President Zelenskyy stated that the Russians promised the US to occupy Donbas by October-November, but the Armed Forces of Ukraine are advancing. He emphasized the need to strengthen air defense to protect against Russian air terror.
Today, October 12, Freethought Day is celebrated in the USA. In Ukraine, Trade Union Day, Economist Day, and Artist Day are celebrated, as well as the Day of Workers of the State Sanitary and Epidemiological Service.
In Kyiv's Obolon district, near garbage containers, the body of a woman born in 1971 was found. According to preliminary data, there are no signs of violent death.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, by decree, enacted the NSDC decision on synchronizing sanctions with Japan. The restrictions apply to 7 Russians, 1 North Korean citizen, and enterprises involved in supporting the Russian war machine.
From October 12, the EU is gradually implementing the biometric registration system EES, which will replace passport stamps. Ukrainians with temporary protection or a residence permit are not subject to registration, but for others, border crossing times may increase.
In Kyiv, a man began to insult disabled musician Ivan Zamiga because of his refusal to sing in Russian. The police are currently investigating all the circumstances of the incident.
In Kyiv, the body of 32-year-old blogger Kostiantyn Hanich was found in a car. Before his death, he informed his girlfriend about serious financial problems and sent a farewell message.
Today, October 11, Ukrzaliznytsia received a bomb threat for three trains: No. 68/20 Kyiv — Warsaw, No. 733 Dnipro — Kyiv, No. 748 Ternopil — Kyiv. No explosives were found, and the trains resumed movement with a delay of less than an hour.
On October 11, long-range SBU drones attacked the Bashneft-UNPZ oil refinery in Ufa. According to preliminary information, the fire occurred in the area of the ELOU-AVT-6 crude oil processing unit.
In one of the buildings in Sofiivska Borshchahivka, power supply has been cut off due to equipment failure at the Europeanka residential complex. Energy workers and utility services are working to restore it; the facility has not been transferred to DTEK's balance sheet.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed bill No. 13627, which provides for a monthly payment of 50,000 hryvnias to military personnel released from captivity who require long-term inpatient treatment. Payments are stopped in case of suspicion of crimes against national security or military criminal offenses.
As of October 11, the situation in Ukraine's energy system is under control, and there are no emergency blackouts. In some regions, hourly blackout schedules are being applied to eliminate the consequences of shelling.
The second power engineer died after a drone attack on a Chernihivoblenergo car. Russians attacked repairmen in Chernihiv region: two dead, several wounded, equipment destroyed.
U. S. President Donald Trump is in "exceptional health," and his cardiac age is 14 years younger than his chronological age. The examination was conducted at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center ahead of upcoming trips.
The European Court of Human Rights has ordered Ukraine to pay former SFS head Roman Nasirov 9,750 euros in compensation for inadequate medical care. The court found a violation of Article 3 of the Convention due to the lack of adequate treatment and the non-execution of court decisions regarding his hospitalization.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed with Donald Trump the possibility of transferring Tomahawk, HIMARS, and ATACMS missiles to Ukraine. Zelenskyy noted that 40-60 ATACMS is "nothing" for Ukraine.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that there are questions regarding the protection of Kyiv's energy facilities, particularly TPP-5 and TPP-6. He emphasized that he is not satisfied with this, although he understands the limitations in using air defense systems.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that weather conditions in Ukraine have reduced the percentage of downed enemy targets by 20-30%. He emphasized the need for partners' assistance and support for Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine must respond to Russia's shelling of energy infrastructure. He noted that the enemy had been accumulating forces and waiting for appropriate weather conditions for an attack.
In Kyiv Oblast, law enforcement officers are investigating the circumstances of a road conflict involving a veteran. The man slammed the car door on his hand, which was injured in combat.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy declared an income of UAH 4. 18 million from the redemption of domestic government bonds. On October 2, he purchased 101 government bonds for a total amount of UAH 4.16 million.
Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko submitted a proposal for the appointment of Tetiana Berezhna as Deputy Prime Minister for Humanitarian Policy of Ukraine – Minister of Culture of Ukraine. The Parliament will consider this proposal in due course.
841 Russian citizens must leave Latvia by October 13 due to not submitting an application for long-term EU resident status. Staying in the country after this date will become illegal, which may lead to deportation.
Ukraine and the Netherlands signed a memorandum on joint drone production on October 10. This cooperation is a promising direction, and the total assistance from the Netherlands to Ukraine has reached $9 billion.
The UK Ministry of Defense handed over hundreds of air defense missiles manufactured in Belfast to Ukraine ahead of schedule. These lightweight multi-purpose missiles have been used to protect Ukraine's airspace since February 2022.
After the shelling of energy facilities, the demand for charging stations increased, but their prices remain stable, and since the beginning of the war, they have even decreased. The cost depends on the power, for example, EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max has fallen in price from 60 thousand to 28 thousand hryvnias.
As a result of Russian strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure on October 10, some regions faced power outages. Find out which devices will help you prepare for possible power supply interruptions and how much they cost.
