The US President will discuss the war in Ukraine with European leaders. The Middle East conflict is also on the agenda. Biden's trip follows Zelenskiy's tour of Western capitals.
Air defense forces repelled an enemy drone attack on Kyiv. The combat operation lasted over 4.5 hours, and all UAVs were neutralized without casualties or damage.
The heating season for social institutions has started in Kyiv. 172 schools, 216 kindergartens, 120 hospitals and other facilities have been connected to the heating system, while residential buildings will be connected later.
A delegation of Swiss companies will arrive in Ukraine next year. Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal announces Switzerland's plans to allocate 5 billion francs for the reconstruction of Ukraine by 2036.
A prosecutor from Cherkasy suspected of pedophilia was taken into custody for 60 days. The Pechersk Court of Kyiv chose a no-alternative measure of restraint at the request of the prosecutor.
The director of a charitable organization in Lviv organized the illegal trafficking of conscripts abroad for $15,000. He was detained while receiving a part of the money in the amount of $7,500.
The IDF announced the elimination of three terrorists in the Gaza Strip, one of whom may be Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. The identities of the terrorists and information about the hostages are being checked.
Over 120 combat engagements took place in the frontline. The most active fighting is taking place in the Pokrovske and Kurakhove sectors, with the occupants continuing to use aviation and anti-aircraft guns.
Belarus is preparing for the largest-ever Zapad 2025 exercise involving Russian troops. It is planned to involve the latest equipment and practice interaction in the face of high-tech threats.
A 28-year-old man promised to bribe the Military and Civilian Personnel Commission to recognize conscripts unfit for service. He was detained while receiving $5,000. The man currently faces up to 8 years in prison.
At the EU-Gulf Summit, the EU and Gulf States expressed support for Ukraine's sovereignty within its internationally recognized borders. Participants condemned Russian attacks and called for humanitarian aid to Ukraine.
The defense ministers of Latvia, Lithuania, the United Kingdom, Estonia, and Sweden supported Ukraine's Victory Plan. They called for increased support for Kyiv and acceleration of Ukraine's movement toward NATO membership.
The President of Ukraine met with the President of the European Council. The parties discussed the Victory Plan, defense support, movement towards the EU, sanctions against Russia, and Ukraine's economic stability.
The UK imposed sanctions on 18 Russian oil tankers and 4 LNG tankers. These are “the largest sanctions against Putin's shadow fleet” and are intended to undermine Russia's energy revenues.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed a meeting of the European Council, presenting the Victory Plan. He called on the EU to support Ukraine and emphasized the importance of unity to end the war.
A fire broke out on the 8th floor of a high-rise building in the capital. Rescuers evacuated five people from the upper floors due to heavy smoke, no casualties or injuries were reported.
Major General Volodymyr Selivorstov received a suspicion in absentia for commanding the operation to capture Kyiv at the beginning of the war. The SBU collected evidence of his participation in the aggressive war against Ukraine.
The President of Ukraine has signed a law expanding the possibilities of privatizing state-owned banks. The document is aimed at reducing the state's presence in the banking market and updates the rules for selling banks.
Zelenskyy signed a law on rebooting customs. It provides for an annual external audit and salary increases for employees.
Russian attacks damaged power facilities in Donetsk, Kirovohrad, Mykolaiv, Sumy and Kharkiv regions. There were blackouts, but most of the damage has been repaired.
Ukraine received CAD 400 million in concessional financing from Canada for 10 years at 1. 5% per annum. The funds have already been transferred to the state budget and will be used for priority expenditures.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrives at the EU summit, where he is met by Charles Michel. Zelenskyy is to present Ukraine's Victory Plan to EU leaders.
A conflict broke out between believers at St. Michael's Cathedral in Cherkasy region. The police opened a criminal investigation into hooliganism and are establishing the circumstances of the incident.
On the night of October 17, the wreckage of downed Russian drones fell on an agricultural warehouse in Kyiv region, causing a fire. Rescuers extinguished the fire, and there were no casualties or injuries.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that Zelenskyy's Peace Plan has many issues that need to be discussed with Ukraine. NATO cannot yet support the Victory Plan, but it is confidently supporting Ukraine.
Russian troops shelled Kherson, hitting a high-rise building. A 69-year-old woman was injured on the balcony - blast trauma and shrapnel wounds to her arm and abdomen. She was hospitalized.
Mark Rutte said that Ukraine will join NATO in the future. This decision was made in Washington, although the exact procedure for accession has not yet been determined.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte confirmed the continuation of assistance to Ukraine. The Alliance has provided €20.9 billion in military assistance in the first half of 2024 and plans to fulfill its commitments by the end of the year.
Russians shelled 6 settlements in Donetsk region. 29 civilian objects, including 25 residential buildings, were damaged.
A fight broke out near St. Michael's Cathedral in Cherkasy between representatives of the OCU and the UOC-MP after the latter announced the transfer of the church. Police are investigating the circumstances of the conflict, and investigative teams are working at the scene.
