On the night of October 13, SBU and SSO of the Armed Forces of Ukraine drones attacked facilities in occupied Crimea. Five tanks of the oil terminal in Feodosia and the Kafa and Simferopol power substations were hit.
The SBU detained an AFU deserter who, on the orders of Russian special services, was preparing a terrorist attack in the center of Zaporizhzhia, planning to detonate an improvised explosive device in a crowded place. He faces life imprisonment for treason and other crimes.
Two civilians died as a result of a Russian drone attack on a civilian car in the village of Preobrazhenka, Zaporizhzhia region. A 53-year-old man and his 50-year-old wife died from their injuries.
On the platform of the Obolon metro station in Kyiv yesterday, a group of young men beat a man; the police stopped the conflict and detained the offenders.
In the first nine months of 2025, foreigners registered 1,648 sole proprietorships in Ukraine. The most active were citizens of Azerbaijan, Russia, and Uzbekistan, with Russians most often ceasing operations.
Putin eased state support rules for oil refineries, allowing them to receive subsidies even with high market prices for gasoline and diesel fuel. This decision will be in effect until May 1, 2026, and aims to encourage producers to supply fuel to the domestic market.
Israel has moved closer to retrieving the remains of intelligence officer Eli Cohen, executed in Syria in 1965. This issue could be resolved as part of negotiations between Damascus and Tel Aviv regarding de-escalation of tensions.
12-year-old Sofia Nersesyan will represent Ukraine at Junior Eurovision 2025, which will take place on December 13 in Tbilisi, Georgia. She won the final of the National Selection, receiving 5 points from the jury and 6 from the audience, with a record number of votes cast through "Diia."
An unauthorized pro-Palestinian protest in Bern escalated into clashes with the police, resulting in 18 police officers being injured, four of whom were hospitalized. 536 people were detained and subsequently released after identity verification.
In Ivano-Frankivsk region, the movement of the train "Chernivtsi - Ivano-Frankivsk - Zaporizhzhia" was suspended due to a bomb threat. No explosive devices were found, the train continued its journey.
After the morning drone attack in Boryspil district of Kyiv region, electricity supply has been fully restored. About 10,000 subscribers were without power, but all consumers are now connected to the grid.
Elections are underway in Cameroon, where 92-year-old Paul Biya, the world's oldest head of state, intends to extend his stay in power. The election results are expected to be announced within the next 15 days.
French President Emmanuel Macron said that Russia would pay if it did not come to the negotiating table, condemning the strikes on Ukraine's infrastructure. Paris promises support to Kyiv in restoring critical infrastructure.
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee mocked British Education Minister Bridget Phillipson's words about the UK's "key role" in the Gaza ceasefire. Huckabee stated that she was "delusional" and thanked Donald Trump.
The escalation in the Middle East region began after Pakistani airstrikes, to which Afghanistan responded with fire. The number of dead and wounded is increasing, and border crossings have been closed.
Russian troops launched a guided aerial bomb attack on the Nemyshlianskyi and Slobidskyi districts of Kharkiv. As a result of the attack, a 42-year-old man was injured and hospitalized.
Germany set a record for LNG imports in the third quarter of 2025, receiving 35 terawatt-hours of gas. This increased the share of liquefied gas in total supplies to 13.25%.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported noticeable progress of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Zaporizhzhia and Donetsk directions. Ukrainian units advanced more than three kilometers in the area of Orikhiv and Dobropillia.
The updated IUCN Red List shows that 10% of wild bees and 15% of butterflies in Europe are threatened with extinction. Habitat loss, pesticides, and climate change threaten not only insects but also food security and biodiversity on the continent.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine released operational information as of October 12, reporting 77 combat engagements. Ukrainian defenders repelled most of the attacks by Russian troops, holding their positions and thwarting the aggressor's plans.
Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans announced in Odesa the allocation of 400 million euros to strengthen Ukraine's maritime security in the Black Sea. The funds will be used to supply ships and naval drones for defense and to ensure the safe passage of vessels.
Hundreds of Rotterdam port workers are suspending their strike for five days starting Monday. This will allow for new negotiations between unions and employers regarding wage increases.
US Vice President J. D. Vance confirmed that Hamas is holding 20 live hostages, whose release is expected within the next 24 hours. President Donald Trump will travel to the region to mark the occasion.
Dutch Minister of Defense Ruben Brekelmans officially opened the Dutch Defense Cluster in Kyiv. This center is designed for Dutch companies operating in the defense and security sector in Ukraine to more effectively coordinate their projects.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke with the President of France and discussed further support for Ukrainian air defense systems and protection against Russian attacks.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a second telephone conversation in two days with US President Donald Trump. The leaders discussed the protection of citizens' lives, strengthening air defense, the resilience of the Ukrainian army and ensuring long-range capabilities, as well as the energy sector.
Estonia's Foreign Minister denied reports of a tense situation on the border with Russia, calling them an exaggeration. Estonia temporarily closed a section of road that runs through Russian territory after armed Russian soldiers appeared there.
The Financial Times reports that the US has been helping Ukraine for months to strike Russia's strategic energy facilities. The goal is to weaken the Russian economy and force the Kremlin to negotiate.
On October 13, a peace summit on Gaza will be held in Sharm el-Sheikh. It will be led by the presidents of Egypt and the United States, with the aim of ending the war and stabilizing the Middle East.
As a result of the shelling of Kupyansk by Russian troops on October 12, a 59-year-old woman was killed and a 63-year-old man sustained multiple injuries. Police are investigating the attack as a war crime, documenting the consequences and collecting evidence.
