In the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, filtration has been intensified, which now takes place not only at checkpoints but also at workplaces. People without a Russian passport face deportation and confiscation of property.
The Kremlin is deliberately cluttering the information space with false statements and information operations to conceal attacks against Europe. Russian special services are participating in cognitive warfare to spread confusion among Western countries and their populations.
On Friday, October 17, cloudy weather with clearings and no precipitation is expected in Ukraine. Air currents from the southeast no longer bring warmth.
The Russian city of Sochi was subjected to a missile attack on the night of October 17. The mayor urged residents to remain calm and stay indoors.
Deputy Governor of the NBU, Oleksii Shaban, stated that the introduction of the digital hryvnia in 2027 is doubtful due to the war. The launch of the e-hryvnia requires significant financial resources, which it is unethical to spend during wartime.
From October 17, the unrecognized Transnistrian Moldovan Republic will fully resume natural gas supplies in contractual volumes. This became possible thanks to funding from Russia, which will cover the costs of fuel imports.
The operational-strategic group of troops "Dnipro" eliminated an enemy soldier on a motorcycle and a small group of saboteurs in the Lyman direction. A Russian UAZ-452 van was also destroyed.
Cristiano Ronaldo topped the Forbes ranking with $280 million for 2025, of which $230 million is salary and $50 million is advertising contracts. Lionel Messi took second place, earning $130 million.
John Bolton, former National Security Advisor to Donald Trump, has been charged with eight counts of transferring national defense information and ten counts of unlawful retention of classified data. Each count carries a penalty of up to 10 years in prison.
NBU Governor Andriy Pyshnyi stated that the third increase in bank taxation will have serious negative consequences. He considers the initiative dangerous, as it undermines confidence in the tax system.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy commented on Russian strikes on civilian infrastructure in Kryvyi Rih. He emphasized that "security can be guaranteed if everything we agree on, particularly in Washington, is implemented."
Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned Poland's Chargé d'Affaires, Marcin Wilczek, over Foreign Minister Sikorski's display of an Iranian drone, used by Russia in Ukraine, in the British Parliament. The Polish side emphasized the threat posed by drones to Poland, while Tehran considers the demonstration a violation of diplomatic norms.
US President Donald Trump announced the composition of the American delegation for negotiations with Russia on the war in Ukraine, scheduled for next week. He also stated that there would be no Third World War over Ukraine.
In the temporarily occupied territories of Luhansk region, "patriotism lessons" are held in children's camps, where children are told about "heroes of Russia. " Employees of the so-called "investigative department" act as lecturers, notes the Center for National Resistance.
On the night of October 17, Kryvyi Rih was subjected to a massive attack by enemy UAVs, with over 10 explosions recorded. Fires broke out in the city, and air defense is working.
US President Donald Trump stated that the US cannot transfer Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine because the country itself needs them. He also said that he discussed this issue with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin.
Indian refineries cut Russian oil imports by 50% after "productive trade talks" with the US. Washington had been pressuring India for months to abandon Russian oil.
Emergency power outages have been canceled in Kyiv, Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Odesa, and Cherkasy regions. Energy workers are once again calling for economical electricity consumption.
On October 16, 146 combat engagements were recorded on the front, the terrorist state launched 1 missile and 63 air strikes. The enemy used 37 missiles, 125 guided bombs, 2372 kamikaze drones, and carried out 3301 shellings.
The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official dollar exchange rate for October 16 at 41. 76 hryvnias, which is one kopeck more than on Wednesday. The official euro exchange rate is 48.53 hryvnias.
US President Donald Trump stated that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured him that India would cease purchasing Russian oil. Previously, the US imposed 50% tariffs on Indian goods due to these purchases.
Russian troops suffered significant losses on October 15, losing 1080 soldiers and 416 UAVs. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 16.10.25 reached 1,127,300 personnel.
On October 16, cloudy weather with clearings and no precipitation is expected in most of Ukraine. The air temperature will be 7-12°C, in Kyiv - 9-11°C.
The transfer of Tomahawk missiles by the US will not lead to a significant escalation of the war, but will be a symmetrical response to Russia's use of long-range cruise missiles. This will allow Ukraine to inflict damage on key Russian military facilities.
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva plans to visit Ukraine to express support and discuss a new loan package. Previous assistance could reach about $8 billion, but negotiations could be difficult due to the need for guarantees from Ukraine's allies.
On the night of October 16, an air raid alert was declared across Ukraine due to the takeoff of a MiG-31K. Explosions were recorded in Kharkiv, Poltava, Kropyvnytskyi, and Izium.
US President Donald Trump said he might allow Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to resume military action in Gaza if Hamas does not adhere to the ceasefire agreement. Trump noted that Israeli forces could return to the streets "as soon as I say the word."
For over a decade, China gained access to secret UK government systems, hacking low- and medium-level classified documents. The data obtained included confidential documents on government policy formulation and diplomatic correspondence.
Andriy Shevchenko, President of the Ukrainian Association of Football (UAF), has been elected as the head of the FIFA Football Committee, while Kateryna Monzul, head of the UAF Referees Committee, has been appointed as a member of the FIFA Women's Football Stakeholders Committee. The decision was made in accordance with an amendment to the FIFA Statutes on the restructuring of standing committees.
The administration of US President Donald Trump has authorized the CIA to conduct covert operations in Venezuela to remove Nicolas Maduro. The authorization allows for the elimination of top government officials and a wide range of actions in the Caribbean.
