Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Kharkiv is experiencing a power shortage, with some districts remaining without electricity due to damage to energy infrastructure. "Kharkivoblenergo" is carrying out emergency repairs, city services are coordinating actions and connecting backup power sources.
In Kyiv, Poltava, and Kharkiv regions, the elimination of the consequences of the enemy shelling, which included over 450 drones and 45 missiles, is ongoing. Headquarters have been deployed and are working around the clock to restore damaged facilities and provide the population with water, heat, and electricity.
The enemy launched the most massive attack on Ukrainian thermal power plants since the beginning of the war, completely destroying generation. This happened less than a month after the previous strike.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded the military rank of brigadier general to Colonel Yevhen Lasiychuk. He is the commander of the 7th Rapid Response Corps of the Ukrainian Armed Forces' Airborne Assault Troops.
Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine, firing over 450 attack drones and 45 missiles, targeting residential buildings, energy, and infrastructure. President Zelenskyy emphasized the need to strengthen sanctions against Russia, especially regarding its energy sector and frozen assets.
The President of Ukraine approved the appointment of Yuriy Cherevashenko as the commander of unmanned air defense systems. Minister of Defense Denys Shmyhal has already signed the relevant order.
The President of Ukraine dismissed Serhiy Demediuk and Andriy Kononenko from their positions as Deputy Secretaries of the National Security and Defense Council. Demediuk had held the position since October 2019, and Kononenko since April 2024.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented state awards to cultural and art workers on the eve of their professional holiday. Among the awardees was Olena Kolyadenko, founder of the Freedom ballet and the Freedom Jazz collective, who received the Order of Princess Olga, III degree.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed partnership and food security with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun. Ukraine supports stabilization in the Middle East and is ready to involve logistics and agricultural technology specialists.
President Zelenskyy spoke with Romanian President Nicușor Dan and discussed strengthening defense cooperation and joint projects. Zelenskyy invited the Romanian leader to visit Ukraine for further negotiations.
The pro-Russian Romanian MEP Diana Șoșoacă has been summoned again to the Prosecutor General's Office, demanding her consent to hospitalization. She has been charged with 11 crimes, including legionary propaganda and antisemitism.
In October, Russian troops lost 25,000 servicemen, which is the largest monthly loss since the beginning of the full-scale invasion. This happened thanks to the actions of Ukrainian UAVs, which have video evidence.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the case of former Ukrenergo head Volodymyr Kudrytskyi is a matter for the judicial system, and he did not ensure Ukraine's energy security. Kudrytskyi was detained for large-scale fraud and is suspected of involvement in a scheme to embezzle UAH 13.7 million in 2018.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the preparation of new contracts for servicemen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The basic financial support for them will be 50-60 thousand hryvnias, and the term of the contracts will vary from 1 to 5 years.
Lukashenka will pay for allowing the attack on Ukraine from his territory, because the beginning of the full-scale war "came" from the territory of Belarus, Zelenskyy emphasized.
President Zelenskyy reported 220 assaults on Pokrovsk in three days, with 314 Russian servicemen inside the city. The enemy reduced activity, reorienting the strike to Myrnohrad.
Naftogaz Group and Polish company ORLEN have signed agreements for the supply of at least 300 million cubic meters of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the US. This will contribute to diversifying supply routes and strengthening Europe's energy security.
Ukraine's Ambassador Olha Stefanishyna announced "positive" negotiations regarding the acquisition of Tomahawk missiles and other long-range weapons. This comes despite Donald Trump expressing reluctance to supply them to Ukraine.
Zelenskyy presented awards to servicemen for the unique evacuation of a wounded soldier. The fighter, who spent 33 days in occupied territory, was rescued with the help of a ground robotic complex.
President Zelenskyy announced upcoming agreements with European partners regarding new opportunities in defense and active operations. New support packages and an important agreement for military capabilities are expected in November.
President Zelenskyy instructed the National Security and Defense Council to prepare new decisions against Russian arms production and individuals with Ukrainian citizenship who chose Russia. The activities of collaborators cooperating with Russia during the war must be blocked.
President Zelenskyy discussed with Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov strengthening energy security and defense cooperation. The parties agreed on joint production of defense products, particularly for security in the Black Sea.
President Zelenskyy held talks with Kenyan President William Ruto, during which they discussed security challenges and bilateral cooperation. The parties also touched upon the issue of Russian recruitment of foreigners and Kenya's support for the Ukrainian resolution at the UN regarding the abduction of children.
This decision will allow the reservation of conscripted employees for the period of mobilization and wartime.
Former NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen stated that Ukraine will face an "eternal war" if Europe does not increase pressure on Russia. He called for the deployment of European troops and the establishment of a missile and drone shield on NATO territory to protect Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine's 19th package of EU sanctions against Russia has come into force. He also announced new NSDC sanctions against Russian entities, propagandists, and collaborators.
President Zelenskyy emphasized the inadequacy of the current pressure on Russia after another attack by 135 UAVs, calling on the West to strengthen sanctions and use frozen Russian assets for Ukraine. He stressed that the aggressor's money should work to protect against his war.
FIFA announced the creation of the "FIFA Peace Prize – Football Unites the World" award, which will be presented for exceptional steps towards peace. POLITICO suggests that Donald Trump, who previously lobbied for the Nobel Peace Prize, could be the first laureate.
President Zelenskyy heard reports from the military and the head of the SBU, Vasyl Malyuk. In the Pokrovsk direction, the Defense Forces continue to destroy the occupier, with special mention of the special forces of the SBU's CSO "A".
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced planned diplomatic measures in the coming weeks with partners in Europe and the United States. He expects November to bring no fewer results than October.