A charity match was held in Spain to support the "Black Winter Group" warriors from the HUR's "Timur Special Unit". The national team of Spanish friends of Ukraine and a team of Ukrainian veterans took part.
The city of Terrassa in Spain has temporarily banned the adoption of black cats from shelters from October 6 to November 10. This is done to prevent the use of animals in sinister rituals during Halloween.
The French Interior Ministry stated that the Louvre robbery on October 19 lasted seven minutes. The perpetrators gained entry from outside using a lift and stole priceless jewelry.
China has accused the United States of a cyberattack on the National Time Service Center, which could have harmed communications, finance, and power supply. The US National Security Agency allegedly conducted the operation since 2022, stealing data and credentials.
The Ukrainian Defense Forces are successfully eliminating Russian sabotage and reconnaissance groups attempting to penetrate Pokrovsk. The Pokrovsk direction remains one of the hottest sectors of the front, where almost 40 combat engagements took place in the last day.
Militants in the Gaza Strip launched an attack on Israeli troops in the Rafah area, provoking airstrikes by the Israel Defense Forces. The US warned of a possible violation of the truce by Hamas.
French Culture Minister Rachida Dati announced a robbery at the Louvre, which led to the museum's closure for the entire day. It is currently unknown whether anything was stolen from the famous collection.
As a result of Russian strikes on the Dnipropetrovsk region, 11 people were injured and 14 five-story buildings were damaged. Rescuers extinguished the fires, and local authorities are providing assistance to the victims.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin does not want to end the war in Ukraine, as he is confident of his victory and views the conflict as a "historic mission. " He believes he has the upper hand on the battlefield and is willing to ignore the destruction of the Russian economy.
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The Israel Defense Forces and the Israel Inter-Agency Defense Service reported that Hamas handed over two bodies of dead hostages. The remains are on their way to the National Institute of Forensic Medicine for identification.
The German Federal Office for Migration and Refugees received thousands of reports about refugees from Ukraine who needed an interpreter from Hungarian. A check revealed that 568 people had dual citizenship, which deprives them of the right to temporary protection and financial assistance in Germany.
64-year-old Hernan Damiani, a candidate for deputy, collapsed and died of a heart attack during a political debate on a streaming show in Argentina. He was taken to the hospital, but he was already dead.
A conflict arose in Dnipro between local residents and TCC military personnel who detained a man wanted for violating military registration rules. Passers-by joined the skirmish, trying to free the detainee by attacking law enforcement officers and military personnel.
Over the past day, Kharkiv and five settlements in the region were shelled, resulting in one person killed and 14 injured. Russian invaders used KABs, FPV drones, and UAVs, damaging civilian infrastructure and residential buildings.
US President Donald Trump's envoy, Steve Witkoff, pressured the Ukrainian delegation to cede the Donetsk region to the Russians, arguing that the population was Russian-speaking. This happened during a meeting on Friday, according to The Washington Post.
The Prosecutor General's Office closed 8,000 criminal proceedings out of 23,000 against businesses in less than three months. This was the result of an audit conducted according to three criteria, which included examinations by both the prosecution and the defense.
Oleksandr Usyk stated that he does not see himself in politics, as it will not bring any benefit. The boxer plans to box until he is 41, and then stay in Ukraine and become a coach.
Absolute world boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk stated that he plans to box until he is 41 years old. After finishing his career, he will engage in coaching activities in Ukraine.
The Security Service of Ukraine stated that the "Spiderweb" operation, which destroyed 41 Russian military strategic aviation aircraft, was carried out exclusively by its forces. The SBU refutes FSB statements about a "foreign trace," calling them an attempt to justify failure.
In Ireland, a 17-year-old Ukrainian boy died as a result of a violent knife incident in a house in north Dublin. Another teenager was taken to the hospital with stab wounds, his life is not in danger.
Naftogaz is actively working to increase gas imports and attract additional funding for a successful heating season. The Ukrainian delegation, led by Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, is negotiating in Washington, and the EBRD has already agreed to provide additional funding.
Russian invaders have changed their tactics of striking Ukraine's energy infrastructure; now their main targets are distribution substations. This has led to the introduction of electricity blackout schedules in some regions.
Ahead of October, Naftogaz accumulated $2. 5 billion for gas purchases, of which $1.5 billion was provided by partners. Europeans also provided Ukraine with a credit guarantee, which is a historic event.
Natalia Boyko, Deputy Head of the Supervisory Board of NJSC Naftogaz, stated that gas consumption in Ukraine is growing daily, urging Ukrainians to review their household habits. She emphasized that the heating season will be difficult, and gas consumption has increased by 20% since the beginning of the week.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy appointed Olha Reshetylova (Kobylynska) as Ukraine's first military ombudsperson, relieving her from the position of Presidential Commissioner for the Protection of the Rights of Servicemen and Their Families. She identified the launch of the Military Ombudsperson's Office as a priority, which will ensure civilian control over the observance of the rights of all Defense Forces.
Hollywood stars Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas ended their romantic relationship after nine months but remain friends. The couple realized that "the spark was gone" and decided to stop dating.
Spot gold prices rose to $4,237. 87 per ounce, while US gold futures reached $4,252.59. The price increase is supported by expectations of a Fed rate cut and escalating trade tensions between the US and China.
Supermodel Bella Hadid returned to the Victoria's Secret 2025 show after a six-year hiatus, showcasing two looks. She was joined by Gigi Hadid, former "angels" and new faces, as well as musical performers.
European investments in Ukraine's defense have significantly increased. The US is ready to do its part, but European partners must take more responsibility for the defense of their continent.
