NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte expressed his joy about the upcoming meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump. He emphasized that the goal is to force Putin to the negotiating table, and also noted that Ukraine is a world leader in drone technology.
The US supplies Ukraine with lethal and non-lethal weapons, which are paid for by European allies under the PURL program. More than half of the allied states have already joined this initiative.
NATO is implementing additional measures to combat Russian drones, testing the latest integrated systems. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte announced the expansion of the Alliance's efforts to detect, track, and neutralize aerial threats.
Donald Trump's golf resort in Aberdeen, Scotland, recorded a loss for the 13th consecutive year in 2024, reducing it to £937,693. This was due to increased marketing costs and the development of a second golf course.
Since February 2021, fines for not using seat belts have increased tenfold, which has become a serious incentive for drivers. The number of recorded violations has decreased, and the rate of seat belt use is increasing.
In Ukraine, 48. 4% of drivers use seat belts, which is an increase compared to last year. Over five years, the share has grown by 86%, and in 10 out of 19 cities, half of drivers are buckled up.
Bitcoin stabilized after a fall, trading at $112,292. 5, amid trade tensions between the US and China. Markets expect a 25 basis point Fed rate cut in October with a 99.6% probability.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he hoped for a peaceful next stage of the agreement with Hamas, but under Donald Trump's conditions. Hamas must give up its weapons and demilitarize, otherwise "real hell will break loose."
After the permission for men aged 18-22 to leave the country, the number of Ukrainians seeking protection in Germany increased from 100 to 1000 per week. The total number of Ukrainians in Germany increased from 7,961 in May to 18,755 in September.
UNN shared five simple and nutritious varenyky recipes, which are one of the most popular dishes of Ukrainian cuisine. Among them are varenyky with cottage cheese and pumpkin, cabbage, apple, meat, and bean fillings.
Odesa Mayor Hennadiy Trukhanov denies having Russian citizenship, stating that he was not physically present in Russia to obtain it. He is preparing lawsuits for Ukrainian courts and the ECHR, citing an SBU check in 2022 that found no Russian passports.
The Ternopil TCC and SP explained the raids on restaurants and nightclubs, emphasizing that socially active people gather there, who are necessary for the defense of Ukraine. The military denied the myth of "unequal mobilization," stressing that Ukrainians from all social strata serve at the front.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy responded to the petition for the creation of a military administration in Odesa, submitted after the bad weather on September 30, in which 10 people died. He noted that no submission for the creation of military administrations had been received, but he instructed to check the situation.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to ask European allies for help in raising salaries for Ukrainian military personnel. This comes against the backdrop of reduced spending on military salaries in the draft State Budget for 2026.
Maryna Lehenka, President of the NGO "La Strada – Ukraine", reported an increase in the number of reports of domestic violence, especially from children and adolescents. The number of reports from children and young people has doubled.
In Ternopil, on October 13, a conflict situation arose between TCC military personnel and civilians due to the blocking of a wanted man's car. The police are investigating the circumstances of the incident, refuting media reports of a mass brawl.
American actors Alec and Stephen Baldwin were involved in a car accident near New York when their Range Rover SUV crashed into a tree. Both brothers were unharmed; the incident occurred during a heavy downpour after their car was cut off by a garbage truck.
Hundreds of Tesla Cybertrucks have been spotted being delivered to Elon Musk's private companies, SpaceX and xAI, as Tesla faces challenges selling the electric pickup truck. The Cybertruck has proven to be Tesla's first true commercial failure, with sales of 20,000 units per year against a production capacity of 250,000.
The European Union is considering using about 200 billion euros of frozen Russian central bank assets as the only way to sustainably finance Ukraine. EU leaders aim to reach a political agreement on this at next week's summit, after which work on a legal proposal will begin.
The SBU counterintelligence and the National Police detained eight Russian agents who carried out sabotage in southern Ukraine. An attempted recruitment in Lviv was also exposed, where the enemy used two individuals "in the dark" for arson.
Lay's is undergoing its biggest visual identity refresh in nearly a century, emphasizing its farming roots and quality ingredients. The brand is eliminating artificial flavors and colors, and updating ingredients to reduce fat content.
In Kherson, a man fell into a well and lost consciousness. Rescuers pulled him out using special equipment and handed him over to medics.
Five types of tea are presented: with lemon balm, lavender, chamomile, green tea with mint, and with calendula. Each of them has unique properties that promote relaxation and improve well-being.
In Kyiv, the first anti-radiation shelter, costing over 47 million hryvnias, has been built in the Obolonskyi district. It is located on the territory of the educational complex "Persha Lastivka" on Heroes of Azov Regiment Street 30-a. The construction of another shelter is ongoing.
Six countries have contributed specific sums to assist Ukraine within the framework of the PURL initiative, which provides for the supply of American weapons at the expense of NATO funds. Seven more countries have expressed their readiness to join this program.
The Israel Defense Forces announced that the first seven hostages captured on October 7, 2023, have been handed over to Hamas. Another 13 people will be released during the day.
Today marks World Music Day and International African Penguin Day. The memory of Saint Theophanes, Bishop of Nicaea, is also honored.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer regarding new Russian strikes on Ukraine. The leaders discussed strengthening air defense and possible UK participation in the PURL program.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the restoration of electricity supply for 725,000 families after Russian shelling. Water supply has been almost restored in Kyiv, and work is ongoing in Kirovohrad region.
The Cabinet of Ministers has extended the "Affordable Loans 5-7-9%" program to all frontline territories, including active combat zones. Entrepreneurs in 57 communities across 8 regions will gain access to preferential financing and will be able to refinance loans until the end of 2027.
