Putin's special envoy Dmitriev told CNN that Russian troops do not attack civilian targets, but only strike military targets. He denied that Russians hit a kindergarten in Kharkiv, calling it an "accident."
Since the beginning of October 25, 158 combat engagements have been recorded at the front, with the occupiers launching 1 missile and 49 air strikes. The largest number of attacks occurred in the Pokrovsk direction – 65.
US President Donald Trump stated that a meeting with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin is possible if an agreement on a peaceful settlement in Ukraine is reached. He also noted that China is significantly reducing its purchases of Russian oil, and India is completely stopping them.
On October 26, electricity consumption restrictions will be applied in Ukraine from 09:00 to 22:00, turning off the power for 0. 5 to 1 queue. This is due to the consequences of massive Russian attacks on energy facilities.
On October 26, at 4:00 AM, Ukraine will switch to winter time, moving clocks back one hour. The relevant Cabinet of Ministers resolution has been in effect since 1996, despite attempts to cancel the transition.
Putin's special envoy Kirill Dmitriev speaks in the US, declaring Russia's desire for peace and fearlessness of sanctions. Andriy Kovalenko points to Russia's refusal to cease fire and emphasizes that these statements contradict the threats of Russian propagandist Solovyov to destroy Ukrainian cities.
Another accident occurred on the main water pipeline in the temporarily occupied Luhansk region. As a result of the collapse, dozens of settlements were left without water.
The US President and the NATO Secretary General are pressuring the Italian Prime Minister for the country to join the PURL program. Giorgia Meloni is currently considering the advisability of such a decision.
Putin's special envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, believes that Russia, the US, and Ukraine are close to a diplomatic solution to the war. He noted that the meeting between Trump and Putin has not been canceled and will take place later.
As a result of the enemy attack on Dnipropetrovsk region, two people were killed and seven more were injured. The enemy struck Synelnykove, Pavlohrad district, and Nikopol with missiles and UAVs.
Former world champion Tyson Fury stated that he does not plan to resume his professional career, despite rumors of a possible third fight with Oleksandr Usyk. He noted that health and lack of financial motivation are the key reasons for his decision.
On October 24, Russian troops lost 910 soldiers and 359 UAVs. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 25.10.25 reached 1,135,990 personnel.
On October 25, most of Ukraine is expected to have cloudy weather with rains, with temperatures up to +17° in the south. In Kyiv and the region, rains and 10-12° are forecast.
The Kremlin's threats of military retaliation for the possible provision of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine by the US are part of long-standing rhetorical efforts to convince the West of Russia's inevitable victory. ISW analysts note that Russia ignores the reality of minimal progress and high losses, using threats to conceal its own military weaknesses.
At least 8 people were injured as a result of the enemy's night attack on Kyiv. Large fires were recorded in non-residential buildings and damage in the residential area.
Japan is ready to provide Ukraine with all types of assistance except lethal weapons, as stated by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. Several European countries have also supported providing Ukraine with long-range weapons.
As a result of the night attack on Kyiv on October 25, fires broke out on the left bank. Damage to non-residential buildings, cars, and windows in a residential building was recorded.
Kyiv was subjected to an enemy ballistic missile attack from the northeast on the night of October 25. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the city authorities warned of high-speed targets and explosions in the capital.
France is ready to send its military contingent to Ukraine in 2026 as part of future security guarantees. This was stated by the Chief of Staff of the French Army, General Pierre Schill, emphasizing France's commitment to its allies.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is now in charge of negotiations with Russia, replacing Stephen Witkoff. This explains President Trump's decision to impose tough sanctions against Russia.
On the evening of October 24, Lithuania closed two of its largest airports and border crossing points with Belarus. This happened due to air balloons flying from the Belarusian side.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico stated that his government will never sign a loan guarantee for Ukraine for military expenditures. Slovakia will not spend a single cent from its own budget for these purposes, but is ready to help Ukraine with humanitarian issues.
Olha Reshetylova called on law enforcement agencies to thoroughly investigate the death of a 43-year-old conscript at the Kyiv TCC distribution point. The man died in the hospital a day after mobilization, having sustained a severe traumatic brain injury during a military medical examination.
On the night of October 25, Kharkiv and its suburbs were subjected to an enemy UAV attack. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported a threat in the Bohodukhiv district and a course towards Merefa, with at least 7 explosions recorded.
Rosneft and Lukoil shares led the fall of "blue chips" on the Moscow Exchange after blocking US sanctions. In two days, the total capitalization of the companies decreased by 424 billion rubles, or $5.2 billion.
Giorgia Meloni emphasized the importance of unity between the EU and the US to achieve a ceasefire in Ukraine. Italy is preparing its 12th package of military aid to Ukraine, which will include ammunition and missiles for SAMP/T air defense systems.
The administration of US President Donald Trump is launching a trade investigation into China, which could lead to new tariffs. This escalates tensions ahead of next week's upcoming leaders' summit.
For the first time since the start of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, industries related to the military-industrial complex in Russia have entered a period of stagnation or production decline. This happened after almost three years of double-digit growth.
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official dollar exchange rate for October 17 at 41. 64 hryvnias, which is a strengthening compared to the previous day. The euro exchange rate is 48.52 hryvnias, and the Polish zloty is 11.41 hryvnias.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported on Russian troop losses for October 16: 730 occupiers and 588 UAVs were eliminated. The total enemy losses from 24.02.22 to 17.10.25 amount to over 1.1 million personnel.
