US President Donald Trump called on Russian dictator Vladimir Putin to stop the war in Ukraine. He also suggested that Ukraine wants to go on the offensive and promised that he would make a decision on this matter.
US President Donald Trump's special envoy for the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, denied reports of his resignation. He stated that he continues to serve the president, calling reports of his resignation "100% fake news."
Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze canceled a meeting with OSCE Chairperson-in-Office Elina Valtonen due to her participation in an anti-government rally. Valtonen claims she canceled the meeting herself due to a schedule change.
In his evening video address, President Zelenskyy spoke about the results of the meeting of the Staff of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief and about the upcoming meeting with the US President in Washington.
Yermak reported on a working call with the President of Ukraine, where they discussed deepening cooperation in the areas of air defense, long-range weapons, and aviation. The delegation is preparing the groundwork for a future conversation between the leaders of Ukraine and the United States, scheduled for Friday.
The US Department of Defense has prepared plans to sell or transfer Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine, but the final decision rests with President Donald Trump. The supply of missiles is complicated by the absence of launchers in the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the risk of confrontation with Russia.
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth said that the US and European allies intend to end the war in Ukraine. He emphasized that European leaders are calling on Russia to stop the aggression, otherwise the US will take action.
Minister of Defense Denys Shmyhal stated that the Defense Forces need more drones to hold the front line. Ukraine will be able to produce up to 10 million drones by 2026 if partners provide the necessary funding.
Minister of Defense Denys Shmyhal emphasized Ukraine's need for additional air defense systems and guided missiles during the meeting of the Contact Group on Ukraine's Defense. This is due to the continuation of Russia's air terror, which in September launched more than 5,600 attack drones and 180 missiles.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte expressed his joy about the upcoming meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump. He emphasized that the goal is to force Putin to the negotiating table, and also noted that Ukraine is a world leader in drone technology.
On October 15, Kabul was hit by airstrikes from the Pakistani armed forces. Clashes erupted on the Afghan-Pakistani border, leading to civilian and military casualties.
The Israeli military stated that one of the four bodies handed over by Hamas as part of the ceasefire agreement does not belong to any of the held hostages. This body does not match any of the known hostages based on examinations by Israel's National Institute of Forensic Medicine.
Donald Trump's golf resort in Aberdeen, Scotland, recorded a loss for the 13th consecutive year in 2024, reducing it to £937,693. This was due to increased marketing costs and the development of a second golf course.
Finland has joined NATO's PURL project, which involves purchasing weapons for Ukraine from the United States. Finnish Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen emphasized the critical importance of long-range missiles for Ukraine.
Thousands of pro-Palestinian demonstrators marched in Udine ahead of the World Cup qualifier between Italy and Israel, demanding Israel's ban from FIFA. The protest ended in clashes with police, despite the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
Bitcoin stabilized after a fall, trading at $112,292. 5, amid trade tensions between the US and China. Markets expect a 25 basis point Fed rate cut in October with a 99.6% probability.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he hoped for a peaceful next stage of the agreement with Hamas, but under Donald Trump's conditions. Hamas must give up its weapons and demilitarize, otherwise "real hell will break loose."
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth in Brussels emphasized the principle of "peace through strength. " He noted that allies' commitments will soon turn into capabilities, including the PURL initiative.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak will hold a series of meetings in the US to prepare for a conversation between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump regarding achieving peace. Ukraine's Ambassador to the US Oksana Markarova reported on a new format of interaction and expectations of an announcement of new arms supplies to Ukraine.
Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, stated that Donald Trump is humiliating Putin by pointing to gasoline queues in Russia and 1. 5 million losses in the war. Kovalenko believes that Putin is a psychopath who fears humiliation, and the US has begun to understand Russia's weaknesses.
Donald Trump posthumously awarded activist Charlie Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Kirk criticized any military aid to Ukraine from the United States and spoke extremely negatively about Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
US President Donald Trump announced the possibility of producing vegetable oil in the US instead of buying it from China, calling Beijing's refusal to buy American soybeans an "economically hostile act. " After this statement, the US market lost $450 billion in 7 minutes.
Donald Trump stated that Vladimir Putin should have won the war in a week, but it is now in its fourth year with significant human losses and economic destruction. The former US president also noted that Zelenskyy will ask for Tomahawk missiles during a meeting in Washington.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met with Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, reaffirming support for Ukraine's sovereignty. He stressed the importance of increasing pressure on Russia from European allies.
US President Donald Trump expressed dissatisfaction with Spain over its refusal to increase defense spending to 5%, threatening to impose tariffs. He considers this a disrespect to NATO and suggests possible trade penalties.
US President Donald Trump stated that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will ask America for Tomahawk missile supplies during their meeting in Washington. Zelenskyy is preparing for a meeting with Trump to discuss sensitive issues, including arms supplies and forcing Russia to peace.
Donald Trump announced a deadly kinetic strike on a vessel linked to narco-terrorist networks near Venezuela. Six narco-terrorists on board the vessel were killed, with no casualties among US forces.
Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, with a government team, the head of the NBU, and representatives of Naftogaz, is working in the USA. The delegation is participating in the annual meetings of the IMF and the World Bank, discussing energy, sanctions, and cooperation with the USA.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the preparation of a defense agreement with one of the European countries. The announcement is scheduled for next week, Zelenskyy said in his evening address.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is thoroughly preparing for a meeting with Donald Trump to discuss sensitive issues in person. Among the topics are the supply of Patriots, Tomahawks, and other weapons to Ukraine, as well as forcing Russia to peace.
