Ministry of Defense of Ukraine

To travel abroad, a service member needs the commander’s permission and must submit a report 15 days in advance. At the border, they should have their passport, military document, and an extract from the order.

A service member does not lose the right to discharge on a lawful basis after being AWOL. The command is obliged to consider the report, and the refusal can be appealed.

The government plans to reduce the deferment quotas for the defense-industrial sector, energy and utilities, and change the rules for obtaining critical enterprise status. Businesses warn of staff losses and disrupted orders.

Starshield's 160 km/h speed limit affects data transmission to combat helicopters. Ukraine is negotiating with SpaceX for stable service.

The Cabinet of Ministers has postponed a resolution to reduce the reservation quota for employees of critical enterprises from 100% to 85%. Businesses warn of staffing risks.

Think tanks and businesses have criticized changes to the reservation rules due to risks to the defense industry, infrastructure, and the economy. The government will hold consultations.

At the same time, this map shows the approximate, rather than exact, movement of enemy targets. During an alert, you should immediately go to a shelter.

Automatic extensions of deferments for 22 categories of citizens will continue until October 30. The result will appear in Reserve+ after the registers are checked.

The updated field ration was developed based on suggestions from more than 60,000 service members. It will contain heaters, ready-to-eat meals, and water purification tablets.

Industry associations are calling for a review of the new rules for reserving employees. They predict a loss of specialists, a halt to production, and contracts being disrupted.

Yevhen Mahda called on Mykhailo Fedorov to explain the fate of the promised reforms and services, in particular the TCC reform and “eBusiness Trip. ”

The European Commission is aware of reports regarding Starlink restrictions for Ukraine. The EU is discussing Ukraine’s full association with the Govsatcom programme.

Renew Europe called on the EU to provide Ukraine with access to GOVSATCOM and purchase satellite services from European operators. This came after restrictions on Starlink.

There is no need to destroy what works: the Aerospace Association warns of risks to the aviation industry due to changes to the reservation rules

Changes to the reservation rules could deprive the aviation industry of key specialists and derail defense contracts. Businesses are calling for the current rules to be preserved.

SpaceX has restricted the speed of Starshield terminals, causing drones to lose connection in flight. The Ministry of Defense has appealed to the United States, SpaceX, and NATO.

Elon Musk said that Starshield is controlled by the U. S. government, and that the restrictions are set by the U.S. military and the president.

The Ministry of Defense reported improved Starlink performance while moving at speeds of up to 160 km/h. Ukraine is negotiating with SpaceX for stable service.

Starlink terminals lose connection at speeds of 72–161 km/h, complicating the operation of drones, logistics, and reconnaissance. Kyiv has appealed to the United States, SpaceX, and NATO.

A reduction in reserving could hit critical enterprises: businesses and lawmakers warn of risks and call for dialogue

Lawmakers warn of corruption risks and micromanagement due to the new reserving rules.

The Ministry of Economy proposes reducing reservation limits and changing the calculation of quotas. The draft has not yet been adopted, so the rules may change.

Up to 44 hours in water, as well as a puncture test — the durability tests that boots for the Armed Forces of Ukraine undergo

Winter combat boots for the Armed Forces of Ukraine are tested for water resistance, durability, traction, and puncture protection. In 2026, nearly 260 thousand pairs were shipped.

Commanders of the Armed Forces of Ukraine will document injuries using a unified form within five days. This is intended to speed up the issuance of certificates, Military Medical Commission conclusions, and payments.

In September and early October, the Defense Forces struck eight Russian launchers for ballistic attacks. Meanwhile, the success rate in destroying conventional "Shaheds" already exceeds 90%.

The government made personnel changes in ministries and agencies. In particular, it appointed the State Secretary of the Ministry of Defense and four deputy ministers.

Zoriana Stetsiuk will head the Ministry of Defense’s staff and will be responsible for its effective operation and institutional development. She has more than 10 years of experience in civil service.

The president stated that Ukraine had not conducted combat operations in Bulgarian waters. He added that one civilian vessel sank and another was damaged as a result of the Russian attack.

Zelenskyy discussed arms supplies, financing for drones and missiles, and production projects with Europe. New tasks for long-range operations have been defined.

The Ukrainian Varkhan unmanned ground complex transports hundreds of kilograms of cargo over dozens of kilometers. The system has all-wheel drive, replaceable batteries and several control systems.

In the "Reserve+" app, it is once again possible to apply for a deferment due to one's own disability or the disability of one's children or parents. Technical work has been completed.

Ukraine's Defense Forces have struck more than 51% of Russia's oil refining capacity. The Ministry of Defense called this a blow to its economy and military potential.