Representatives of a European humanitarian mission were detained in Burkina Faso, allegedly for espionage.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan held a telephone conversation with Vladimir Putin, emphasizing the need to intensify diplomatic initiatives to achieve a just peace in Ukraine. The leaders also discussed the situation in the Gaza Strip, bilateral relations, and energy cooperation.
Blogger Olena Mandziuk wore a sweatshirt with Stepan Bandera's image during a trip to Poland to demonstrate her pro-Ukrainian stance. This drew criticism from Ukrainians residing in Poland.
Slovak Defense Minister Robert Kaliňák stated that the country would not change its position on not providing weapons to Ukraine. Slovakia will continue to provide non-lethal, humanitarian aid, preparing the 14th and 15th packages.
During the day, Russians attacked Nizhyn, hitting an infrastructure facility and a non-operating enterprise. As a result of the morning shelling of Novhorod-Siverskyi, a 44-year-old woman sustained a closed head injury and was hospitalized.
The Ministry of Justice of Ukraine and the International Committee of the Red Cross are strengthening cooperation and have handed over vehicles to penitentiary institutions. This will improve the speed of response to medical cases and increase the level of safety and health of convicts and staff.
The Presnensky Court of Moscow sentenced Tatyana Lazareva in absentia to one year and nine months of correctional labor for violating the duties of a "foreign agent," which is added to the previous sentence. The total sentence is seven years in a penal colony, including for "justifying terrorism" and publishing without the "foreign agent" label.
Slovakia will transfer five Bozena vehicles and other demining equipment to Ukraine. An agreement has been signed for the gratuitous transfer of engineering, construction, transport, and medical equipment.
On October 30, 2025, over 300 communicators and marketers and 30 speakers from all over Ukraine will take part in the PR marathon "In the Mirror of Reality". Participants will discuss tools for building trust, transparency, and effective communication, as well as the experience of adapting brands to rapid changes in public sentiment.
Ukraine managed to rescue three teenagers from the temporarily occupied territories. They are receiving assistance with document restoration, psychological support, and guidance for a new stage of life.
The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs deported over 170 foreign nationals and eco-activist Greta Thunberg, who attempted to break through to the Gaza Strip as part of the so-called "Global Flotilla of Sumud. "
A group of fraudsters has been detained in Zaporizhzhia who, posing as military personnel, sold humanitarian aid, earning over UAH 8 million. The organizer turned out to be a 29-year-old contract soldier of the Armed Forces of Ukraine who had voluntarily left his military unit.
Lithuania commits to allocating at least 0. 25% of its GDP to Ukraine's defense and security needs. This was stated by Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė, confirming an unwavering belief in Ukraine's victory.
In Odesa, there is a risk of drinking water contamination due to floods, which can lead to the spread of infectious diseases. The Public Health Center of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine has provided recommendations on how to avoid infectious diseases, including drinking bottled water and thoroughly processing food products.
The capital hosted the "Poruch. Fest" festival, which gathered over 200 Ukrainian defenders, veterans, and their families. The event became part of the MHP Poruch program, which provides comprehensive individual support to military personnel and their families.
Over 200,000 families from all over Ukraine have already used the state support program "Schoolchild's Package". The Ministry of Social Policy showed a video with parents' feedback about this initiative.
The announcement of the 2025 Nobel Prize laureates will take place from October 6 to 13, concluding with the announcement of the winners of the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences. The ceremonies will be available for online viewing on the official digital channels of the prize.
The G7+ group held an urgent meeting due to Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. Over 100 representatives from countries and international organizations discussed the consequences of the strikes and the immediate needs for recovery.
Roksolana Pyrtko, CEO of the shopping and entertainment centers "Roksolana" and "Spartak" in Lviv, spoke about the role of business - from economic activity to the protection and development of children during wartime.
Today marks World Animal Day, established in 1925, and the beginning of World Space Week, established by the UN in 1999. Also, Ukraine celebrates the Day of the Veterinary Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
Ukraine rescued 22 children and teenagers from temporarily occupied territories. Among them is a 10-year-old boy who was threatened with being sent to Crimea with a fabricated psychiatric diagnosis.
The Andrii Matiukha Foundation supports military personnel, veterans, civilians, and hospitals. The organization launched the online platform "E-prosthesis" for people after amputation and supported the "Protection of Ukrenergo Repairmen" program."
Over 120 participants in Kamianske molded 539 kg of homemade dumplings for the Armed Forces of Ukraine, setting a national record. This event took place within the framework of the "MHP Poruch" military support program.
Thousands of protesters in European cities took to the streets after Israel intercepted a humanitarian flotilla. In Barcelona, shop windows were smashed, and in Italy, universities were blockaded, drawing criticism from the Minister of Defense.
Raising a young footballer in Ukraine up to the age of 12 costs parents over UAH 300,000. After the age of 12, annual expenses exceed UAH 80,000, and the total amount by the age of 18 reaches almost half a million hryvnias.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Prime Minister of Portugal Luís Montenegro. They discussed new aid packages, Portugal's readiness to participate in Ukraine's recovery, and financial assistance for Superhero Schools.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen warned that Russia would not stop until forced to. She emphasized that the war in Ukraine concerns all of Europe and its values.
Israeli warships stopped a flotilla of 44 vessels heading to Gaza, 112 km off the coast. Greta Thunberg was on one of the boats and was detained along with other activists.
A group of children aged 4 to 17 were returned from the temporarily occupied Kherson region. The return took place within the framework of the Bring Kids Back UA program and thanks to the work of Save Ukraine.
In Rivne region, mushroom pickers rescued a moose that was stuck in a swamp. The animal was taken to Lviv for examination, its condition is assessed as very serious.
