Armed Forces of Ukraine

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.

Former Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Zaluzhnyi believes that the offensive in the Kursk region demonstrates the development of Ukraine's military science. He emphasized that the operation should be evaluated by professionals after it is completed.

President Zelenskyy reported positive signals from some countries on long-range weapons. He has discussed the issue with the leaders of the United States, Britain, Germany, France, and Italy, but noted that he would like more resolve from the United States.

Russian troops attacked Bohodukhiv and Chuhuiv districts of Kharkiv region with guided missiles. A residential building was damaged, with no casualties.

Ukrainian forces regained positions near Liptsy in the Kharkiv region. At the same time, the enemy advanced near New York, Katerynivka, Selidove and Novoselidivka, and 112 combat engagements were recorded at the front.

There were 112 combat engagements in the frontline, 46 of them in the Kurakhove sector. The enemy launched missile and air strikes, used kamikaze drones and fired at Ukrainian troops' positions.

U. S. President Joe Biden talks to Volodymyr Zelenskyy and announces a new $425 million security assistance package for Ukraine. The package includes air defense systems, ammunition, and armored vehicles.

The head of the U. S. mission to NATO said that the partners are not ready to invite Ukraine to join the Alliance in the short term. NATO's position on Ukraine's membership remains unchanged, but the West will continue to support the country.

A festival of Podillya customs and rituals was held in Nemyriv with the support of the MHP-Hromada charitable foundation. Guests tasted traditional dishes, viewed exhibitions of handicrafts and enjoyed performances by creative groups.

In Smila, police detained two criminals who sold more than 190 humanitarian vehicles worth UAH 31. 5 million. They face up to seven years in prison for illegally selling vehicles intended for the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

In Kharkiv, law enforcement officers exposed a 33-year-old construction worker who worked for the FB site. He was transmitting information about the location of Ukrainian troops and the consequences of rocket attacks on the city.

The Center for Countering Disinformation refuted the fake that the Ukrainian military allegedly tortured civilians in the kursk region. The enemy propaganda changed the text of the original post in a photo editor to discredit the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

The Ukrainian Defense Forces shot down 17 enemy drones, and lost 4 more locally. In total, on the night of October 16, 68 out of 136 attack UAVs were shot down, 64 were lost, 2 returned, and 2 were hit.

About 1,200 civilians in Toretsk, Donetsk region, refuse to be evacuated. According to the head of the Donetsk RMA, part of the city is controlled by Russians, and the delivery of humanitarian aid is difficult.

The SBU neutralized an agent group of Russian military intelligence in Kherson region. A couple and their accomplice were detained, who were collecting data on the location of Ukrainian troops to pass on to the occupiers.

The President of Ukraine unveiled a 5-point Victory Plan with 3 secret annexes. The plan includes geopolitical, military, economic and security aspects to end the war and ensure security.

The IT coalition has accumulated 157 million euros for Ukraine since September 2023. 99 million has already been transferred in the form of equipment and software, including 87 million from Germany in SAP licenses.

Law enforcers prevented an FSB agent from fleeing to Russia, who was passing information about Ukrainian troops in the Pokrovsk sector to the enemy. A 38-year-old resident of Selydove faces life in prison for high treason.

On the night of October 16, 16 enemy UAVs, probably of the Shahed type, were shot down over Chernihiv, Sumy, and Poltava regions. A guided missile was also spotted flying overhead from the Kursk region.

Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Syrsky discussed with his British counterpart the possibility of striking Russian military targets in the depths. Britain is working on proposals as part of Ukraine's Victory Plan.

Over the last day, 171 combat engagements were registered. The enemy launched 5 missile and 65 air strikes, making over 4,500 attacks. The most active attacks took place in the Kurakhove and Kupyansk sectors.

There were 164 combat engagements in the frontline, most of them in the Pokrovske and Kurakhove sectors. The Ukrainian Armed Forces repelled enemy attacks in various parts of the frontline, with some fighting still ongoing.

President Zelenskyy said that by the end of October Ukraine will have new contracts in domestic defense production. The priority is to increase funding for the production of drones, electronic warfare and artillery.

Chief of Staff Syrskyi reported to the President that the Armed Forces were holding their ground despite the difficult situation at the front. Zelenskyy thanked the military for their resilience and noted that the defined tasks of the Kursk operation continue to be implemented.

The chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Finance admitted that the law on tax increases violates the Constitution. Nevertheless, Hetmantsev believes the law is constitutional and that the criticism is “from the evil one.

The First Lady of Ukraine and the Ministers of Health of Ukraine and Sweden visit a rehabilitation center in Kyiv. The Ukrainian version of a book by a Swedish rehabilitation specialist on recovery from spinal cord injuries was presented.

Two healthcare workers were detained in Cherkasy region for taking bribes for issuing fictitious diagnoses to defer conscription. In exchange for $2000, they helped men avoid mobilization to the Armed Forces.

The National Council on Television called on the media to professionally cover the mobilization and activities of the TCC. It is important to distinguish truthful information from Russian fakes and use only official sources.

According to the General Staff, 96 combat engagements took place since the beginning of the day. The most intense fighting was recorded in the Kurakhove sector, where the enemy carried out 30 attacks.

Law enforcement officers exposed corruption schemes in Kyiv, Cherkasy, and Zakarpattia. Among the organizers are heads of private universities and military registration and enlistment office officials who helped evade the draft for money.