Armed Forces of Ukraine
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.
Between January and October 2024, the Ukrainian Defense Forces destroyed 10,373 occupiers' artillery systems worth at least $8 billion. This is equivalent to 144 enemy artillery brigades.
The government has authorized the use of mobile ammunition disposal facilities directly in demining areas. This simplifies the procedure for the disposal of missiles, ammunition and explosives seized during demining.
Former MP Oleh Lyashko has been appointed commander of the unmanned systems battalion of the 63rd Airmobile Brigade for his high efficiency. During his two years of service, he proved to be an effective commander in the field of UAVs.
The government has approved a pilot project to recruit to the Defense Forces through the Diia app. Citizens aged 18-55 will be able to choose a military unit and specialty, and apply for contract service through the Diia portal.
The SBU detained a 43-year-old local resident who was passing information about the location of Ukrainian troops to the enemy. The suspect faces up to 12 years in prison for unauthorized dissemination of information about the Armed Forces under martial law.
The head of the Odesa RSA spoke about yesterday's Russian attack on Odesa, which resulted in casualties and damage to infrastructure. The enemy's goal is to close the “grain corridor” and destroy Ukraine's economy.
Eight Shahed UAVs were spotted flying over Sumy, Poltava, and Chernihiv regions, 3 of which were shot down. X-59 cruise missiles were also spotted, but the targets were lost in the area.
A 22-year-old UAV operator of the Armed Forces of Ukraine was recruited by the FSB and passed the location of his unit to the enemy during the fighting for Chasiv Yar. The SBU exposed the traitor, preventing attacks on the positions of Ukrainian troops.
At the entrance to Siverskodonetsk, men are thoroughly checked. In Lysychansk, it is impossible to call an ambulance due to the lack of communication, and in the Liman sector, the Ukrainian Armed Forces are inflicting losses on the enemy.
There were 189 combat engagements in the frontline. The most intense fighting took place in the Kurakhove, Pokrovske and Lyman sectors, where the enemy launched numerous attacks on Ukrainian positions.
More than 50 residents of Kyiv region received certificates of completion of a 36-hour training course for national resistance. The program includes 6 training areas and is designed for civilians.
A minor from Prykarpattia region appealed to the Ombudsman with a request to deprive his grandmother of guardianship. The grandmother had misappropriated funds intended for the boy as the son of a deceased servicewoman, without performing the duties of a guardian.
President Zelenskyy announced the production of one million drones for the Defense Forces at public expense. Ukraine plans to increase its own production, but lacks funding to increase the volume to 1.5-2 million drones.