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Russian troops attacked Izmail in Odesa region, damaging energy and port infrastructure. Power supply is being restored, there are no casualties.
People's deputies of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine completed the consideration of amendments to the State Budget for 2026, having processed 3276 out of 3339 submitted proposals. Tomorrow, a vote will be held on the proposals for the 2026 Budget as a whole.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the strike on the Bryansk chemical plant in Russia on October 21, 2025. Ukrainian forces used Storm Shadow missiles against a strategic object of the military-industrial complex.
In Odesa, work continues to restore electricity supply after enemy attacks. Approximately 11,000 subscribers remain without power, while power has been restored for almost 9,000 consumers.
President Zelenskyy held a conversation with Spanish Prime Minister Sanchez, discussing steps to strengthen Ukraine's defense and energy aid. The parties coordinated diplomatic work and agreed to meet for further support of Ukraine.
Tropical Storm Melissa, the 13th Atlantic storm of 2025, threatens severe flooding and landslides in Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, and Aruba. Melissa's wind speeds reach 80 km/h, and meteorologists warn of dangerous weather throughout the weekend.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a new agreement on defense capabilities, the details of which will be released this week. This agreement is seen as part of long-term security guarantees for Ukraine.
Brazil has allowed oil giant Petrobras to drill near the Amazon, which could make the country one of the world's largest oil producers. Environmentalists warn of the consequences of deep-water drilling and call the decision sabotage of the global climate summit COP30.
President Zelenskyy held a meeting with Umerov, outlining priorities: preparing defense agreements to strengthen aviation and meetings with European leaders. Also a priority is the agenda of Staff meetings.
A hurricane has hit New Zealand, causing transport and power disruptions. In the country's capital, a man died due to a broken branch, and over 10,000 homes were left without electricity.
On October 21, Russian troops attacked Novhorod-Siverskyi in the Chernihiv region with 20 Shahed kamikaze drones. As a result of the shelling, four civilians were killed, including a 10-year-old child, and four more were injured.
Sweden is providing Ukraine with an additional 33. 5 million euros to strengthen support during the winter period. The funds will be directed to the World Bank's Ukraine Relief, Recovery, Reconstruction, and Reform Trust Fund.
A series of explosions, likely caused by drone attacks, occurred near Khartoum International Airport ahead of its scheduled reopening. The incident raised concerns about security and stability in the region, which had only just begun to recover from a protracted conflict.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russian tactics remain unchanged – killing civilians and terrorizing with cold. He reported on restoration efforts in Chernihiv and Sumy regions after attacks on energy infrastructure.
The Czech Republic has offered Slovakia accelerated gas support after the EU approved a phased withdrawal from Russian gas by January 2028. Hungary and Slovakia disagreed with the plan, citing energy security risks, but the Czech Republic is ready to help.
Sanae Takaichi became Japan's first female head of government, garnering 237 votes.
Vitaliy Zaichenko, Chairman of the Board of NEC "Ukrenergo", stated that heating will be turned on throughout Ukraine within 10 days, which should lead to a decrease in electricity consumption. This is due to the fact that a sharp drop in temperature has led to an increase in electricity consumption by more than 20% since the beginning of the month.
Russian troops again attacked the energy infrastructure of Chernihiv and Dnipropetrovsk regions, leaving a significant part of Chernihiv region without electricity. Electricity consumption remains high, so Ukrainians are urged not to turn on powerful appliances simultaneously until 10:00 PM, and for industry, restriction schedules are in effect.
As a result of the Russian strike on Kharkiv on October 21, the number of victims increased to 11 people. The occupiers attacked the private sector and a civilian enterprise, damaging residential buildings and outbuildings.
Chernihiv is completely without electricity and water due to a Russian drone attack. Water utility workers are working to restore water supply using alternative power sources.
Spain will transfer 70 generators to Ukraine to strengthen its energy system, Andriy Sybiha announced after a meeting with José Manuel Albares. Military-technical cooperation and increased sanctions pressure on Russia were also discussed.
Italy has expressed its readiness to join NATO's PURL mechanism, which finances the purchase of American weapons for Ukraine. This step comes amid the cessation of US funding for weapons to Kyiv.
On the night of October 21, the Rostov region was massively attacked by drones, causing numerous explosions. As a result of the attack in Bataysk, a wall of a multi-story building was partially destroyed, two people were injured in Rostov-on-Don, and a power line was damaged in the Nadvigovka khutor.
On the night of October 21, Russian troops attacked Kharkiv with guided aerial bombs, causing a series of explosions. Four explosions were recorded, presumably in the Industrial district of the city.
Due to a Russian attack on energy infrastructure, the northern part of Chernihiv region is without electricity. Temporary interruptions in water supply are possible, KP "Chernihivvodokanal" urges to stock up on drinking water.
The Russian army struck an energy facility in Slavutych, Kyiv region. Specialists are working to eliminate the accident and restore power supply, the water utility will switch to backup power.
The Novokuibyshevsk oil refinery in the Samara region has completely halted primary crude oil processing after a drone attack. The plant may resume production only in early November; this is the second such incident in a month.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported on the results of the Staff meeting, dedicated to energy and preparations for winter. The government has already secured half of the funds needed to purchase gas for the heating season.
Russian troops attacked Pavlohrad district with missiles and drones, 16 people were injured, 15 were hospitalized. Nikopol district was also shelled with artillery and drones, an agricultural company and residential buildings were damaged.
Toyota presented the new two-seater FT-Me electric car, 2. 5 meters long, designed for teenagers from 14 years old. The model belongs to the quadricycle category and has manual control, mass production is expected in 2027.