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.
Units of the 24th separate assault battalion "Aidar" and the 33rd separate assault regiment raised the state flag of Ukraine in Mali Shcherbaky. The settlement in the Zaporizhzhia direction is under the control of the Defense Forces of Ukraine.
Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina warned of an attempted coup, calling the events an "illegal and violent seizure of power. " This happened after soldiers from the elite CAPSAT unit joined mass protests that have been ongoing since late September.
Over the past day, 245 combat engagements were recorded, the enemy dropped 161 guided aerial bombs and used 4,252 kamikaze drones. The most intense fighting continues in the eastern directions, in particular, 72 attacks took place in the Pokrovsk direction.
The National Police and HUR have identified 22 individuals involved in torturing Ukrainian prisoners of war and civilians in the "Kalininska Correctional Colony" in the Donetsk region. All suspects have been notified of suspicion of committing war crimes.
In Kyiv, after the night missile attack, some public transport operates with interruptions. Due to the lack of electricity, certain trolleybus and tram routes are temporarily not running, and backup bus routes have been launched.
As a result of the night shelling of Kyiv on October 10, 12 people were injured, eight of whom were hospitalized. In the capital, the movement of suburban trains on the Kyiv-Hrebinka section is complicated, and work is underway to eliminate infrastructure damage.
Following night-time Russian shelling of energy infrastructure, emergency power outages have been introduced in the Kyiv, Poltava, and Kharkiv regions. In the capital, power outages are caused by a local network failure, and energy workers are already working to restore electricity supply.
As a result of night shelling of Zaporizhzhia region, two people were killed and two more were injured. The occupiers carried out 720 strikes on 12 settlements in the region, including missile and air strikes.
At night, the Russian army launched a massive attack on the Dnipropetrovsk region, using missiles and drones. A 66-year-old man was injured and hospitalized in a moderately severe condition.
Chinese paleontologists in Guizhou province have unearthed an amazing skeleton of an ancient dinosaur that is very similar in structure to a dragon.
Emergency power outage schedules have been introduced in the Sumy region due to Russian attacks. The restrictions apply to ten queues of consumers and will last until Ukrenergo's command is canceled.
JSC "ZaporizhzhiaGas" asks residents and enterprises to temporarily reduce the use of natural gas due to damage to gas facilities by enemy shelling. This is necessary to stabilize pressure in the network and prevent emergency shutdowns.
The US Senate has approved a bill on military spending for 2026, which includes $500 million in aid to Ukraine. 77 senators voted for the document, 20 against.
The trial of four Moldovan citizens will begin in Paris in February for graffiti depicting coffins and inscriptions about "French soldiers in Ukraine. " They are accused of property damage and attempting to demoralize the French army, which could lead to five years in prison and a fine of up to €75,000.
A powerful earthquake of magnitude 7. 4 struck off the southeastern coast of the Philippines. Local authorities issued a warning about a possible tsunami, urging residents to evacuate coastal areas.
India has signed an agreement with Great Britain for the supply of LMM (Martlet) light anti-aircraft missiles worth about $468 million. This decision will allow Delhi to diversify arms supplies and reduce dependence on Russian systems.
