A Russian 'Shahed' drone hit the training field of FC Metalist 1925 football academy in Kyiv, causing a fire. About 120 young footballers were in a shelter and were not injured.
The European Union is preparing to approve the 19th package of sanctions against Russia, which includes a ban on imports of Russian liquefied natural gas from 2027. The package also targets Russian banks, lenders in Central Asia, and cryptocurrency exchanges, expanding trade restrictions and blacklisting oil tankers.
The State Bureau of Investigation (DBR) and the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) have notified two servicemen and a civilian accomplice of suspicion for stealing 24 tons of diesel fuel from a military unit in the Kharkiv region. They sold the fuel for 35 hryvnias per liter, causing almost 1 million hryvnias in damages.
One person was killed and nine wounded as a result of Russian attacks on Kharkiv. In Zaporizhzhia, the number of victims increased to 15, including two infants.
Several regions of Ukraine, including Sumy, Zhytomyr, Poltava, Cherkasy, Kirovohrad, Kharkiv, Chernihiv, Dnipropetrovsk and Kyiv regions, switched to hourly power outage schedules on October 22. This happened instead of emergency blackouts, which were canceled in some regions.
The commander of the Unmanned Systems Forces, Robert Brovdi, known as Madyar, commented on the night attack on the Bryansk chemical plant. He noted that this was a targeted strike on the logistical and technical capabilities of the Russian army, and not just an attack on an industrial facility.
Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, Croatia has become a vital pillar of support for Ukrainians. A united community has formed there, helping displaced people adapt while maintaining a strong connection with their homeland.
Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, stated that the demonstrative launch of the Yars intercontinental ballistic missile towards the United States is an information operation aimed at damaging Donald Trump's image. He noted that Russia, as a raw material appendage of China, acts with the consent of geopolitical opponents of the United States.
Ukrainian intelligence confirmed the attack by the "Sargas" unit on the oil refinery in Makhachkala on October 22, where a key oil processing unit was damaged. The strike by Ukrainian-made drones caused a large-scale fire, hitting an object that supplied fuel to the Russian occupation forces.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to attend a meeting of the European Council, where further support for Ukraine and pressure on Russia will be discussed. EU leaders will also consider financial assistance, including the use of frozen Russian assets.
Russia has allocated 1. 5 billion rubles for propaganda in schools in the temporarily occupied territories, calling the war against Ukraine "the return of lands." School principals are forced to submit fake reports on the "successful adaptation" of children to avoid inspections.
The head of the Kyiv City Military Administration, Tymur Tkachenko, reported that the number of injured in Kyiv has increased to 29 people, including 5 children. This happened as a result of a massive Russian attack.
Russia, under the leadership of dictator Vladimir Putin, conducted a training exercise of strategic nuclear forces, including ground, sea, and air components. Practical launches of intercontinental ballistic missiles and air-launched cruise missiles were carried out.
An additional 1. 5 billion Norwegian kroner (about $150 million) will be allocated for electricity and heating. The funds come through the EU Investment Framework for Ukraine.
After Russian strikes in Chernihiv, all critical infrastructure, including "Vodokanal" (water utility), switched to generator power. In Novhorod-Siverskyi, the enemy struck the city center, damaging a hospital, stadium, educational institution, and residential buildings.
In Ukraine, a number of regions are switching to hourly power outage schedules instead of emergency ones. However, in some regions, emergency shutdowns continue to be in effect.
MP Andriy Odarchenko, convicted of bribery, is trying to retain control over the State Biotechnological University by promoting his people to leadership positions.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed damage to the Saransk Mechanical Plant in Mordovia, which produces ammunition, and the Makhachkala oil refinery in Dagestan. Explosions and hits were recorded at both facilities.
The Security Service of Ukraine presented new Sea Baby unmanned naval platforms, which successfully passed tests in the Black Sea. These drones were involved in the third attack on the Crimean Bridge on June 3, 2025, delivering explosives to the bridge's supports.
Low recruitment rates are due to insufficient regional payments and the unwillingness of local authorities to support the recruitment campaign, as well as significant losses among representatives of Russian ethnic groups.
In Kyiv, due to night shelling, some houses were temporarily left without hot water. Supply problems are observed in Holosiivskyi, Darnytskyi, Desnianskyi, Pecherskyi, Podilskyi, Sviatoshynskyi, and Shevchenkivskyi districts.
Two Ukrainians were detained in Poland for drug possession, but one of them was found to have evidence of possible cooperation with Russian intelligence. He was transmitting photos and coordinates of military facilities to a Russian-speaking person.
The European Parliament supported the start of negotiations with the EU Council on a ban on the import of Russian gas and oil. This decision is aimed at protecting the EU's interests from Russia's use of energy resources for military purposes.
25 people, including 5 children, were injured in the Russian attack in Kyiv. More than 10 have been hospitalized, including 4 children.
Russia launched 28 missiles and 405 drones at Ukraine overnight; 16 missiles and 333 drones were neutralized. 12 direct hits were recorded missiles and 55 attack drones at 26 locations.
In the second quarter of 2025, housing prices in the EU increased by 5. 4%, and rents by 3.2% compared to the same quarter of 2024. London and Paris remain leaders in the highest rental prices.
Canada has terminated its contract with Armatec Survivability to repair 25 decommissioned armored personnel carriers for Ukraine. Defense Minister David McGuinty confirmed the cancellation of the contract, which was estimated to be worth up to $250 million.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy commented on the Russian drone hitting a kindergarten in Kharkiv. As a result of the attack, one person died, seven were injured, and children were evacuated.
Russia has handed over an unofficial document to the US with peace terms, again demanding control over Donbas and no NATO troops in Ukraine. This comes amid doubts about a Trump-Putin summit.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and First Lady Olena Zelenska arrived in Norway. They were met by Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, who declared support for Ukraine.
