In Sumy region, the enemy deliberately attacked the railway station and railway infrastructure facilities, damaging windows in passenger cars and buildings. Hits were also recorded near educational institutions in the region, reportedly without casualties.
Last night, 4 UAVs attacked an electrical substation in Veshkaima, Ulyanovsk region of Russia, causing two explosions and a fire. Local residents were left without electricity, but power supply was restored by morning.
Overnight, Russia attacked Ukraine with three S-300 missiles and 164 attack UAVs of various types. Air defense forces neutralized 136 drones, with 27 drone hits recorded.
On the night of October 18, Russia attacked one of Zaporizhzhia's educational institutions with drones, causing a fire in the three-story building. The fire has been extinguished, and there are no casualties.
On the night of Saturday, October 18, explosions were recorded in the Zaporizhzhia region. The head of the Zaporizhzhia OVA, Ivan Fedorov, urged citizens to remain in safe places until the all-clear.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine cannot counter Russian ballistic strikes with its own air defense systems. This requires pressure on Russia, including a package of appropriate weapons.
On the evening of October 17, Russia launched a drone attack, air defense forces worked in the Kyiv region. The authorities urge not to record the work of the defenders and to remain in shelters.
Explosions were heard in Chuhuiv, Kharkiv Oblast, and almost all districts were left without power. Mayor Halyna Minayeva reported more than 10 strikes by enemy drones.
Over 10 explosions were recorded in the Chuhuiv community of Kharkiv region. An air raid alert has been declared in the region, and the Air Force reported launches of guided aerial bombs (KABs).
An explosion occurred at the Avangard chemical plant in Bashkortostan, injuring at least six people. The accident happened at the plant's nitrogen unit, and local residents reported loud explosions and bright flashes.
Slovakia will transfer a new energy equipment package worth 500,000 euros to Ukraine. The country will also allocate 300,000 euros for the construction of shelters in schools in frontline areas.
On the night of October 17, Ukraine repelled an attack of 70 attack UAVs, about 50 of which were of the "Shahed" type. Air defense shot down 35 enemy drones in the north and east of the country.
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.
Mykhailo Podolyak stated that America is changing its approach to Russia's war with Ukraine and increasing military aid.
Ukraine is monitoring the situation regarding the threat from Belarus, not recording a significant increase in troops, as confirmed by MP Yehor Cherniev. The use of Belarusian territory for air strikes is possible, but it is not a new threat to the north of Ukraine.
