Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy confirmed the expectation of a team of experts from South Korea to monitor the situation. The President also expressed his readiness to exchange captured North Korean military personnel for Ukrainians.

Three thousand North Korean military personnel are already in a training camp in the Kursk region of Russia, with an expected increase to 12 thousand. The DPRK also plans to send engineer troops and civilians to work at military plants in Russia.

The head of the National Security and Defense Council's Central Intelligence Center reported a difficult situation at the front due to Russia's superiority in manpower and ammunition. Ukraine plans to call up more than 160,000 troops to strengthen the Armed Forces.

The state subvention for hot meals for pupils in grades 1-4 will continue next year. The government has allocated UAH 2 billion for free meals for primary school children starting in October 2024.

Vasyl Bodnar became Ukraine's new ambassador to Poland by presidential decree on October 25. Previously, he served as Ambassador to Turkey and has extensive diplomatic experience.

The President signed a law allowing plea bargaining in corruption cases. The document provides for a reduced sentence in exchange for the disclosure of accomplices and compensation for damages.

The President supported the idea of multiple citizenship for Ukrainians in the EU and close partners.

Zelenskyy announced the creation of special departments in Germany and Poland for the return of Ukrainians. The President noted that foreign countries would stop social payments to unemployed Ukrainians in the future, which would also be an incentive to return home.

Mykhailo Poplavsky has reached 8. 2 million followers on Instagram and 1.5 million on TikTok thanks to his unique content. His videos about Ukrainian cuisine have gained over 34 million views on YouTube.

The Brovary City Council has appealed to sister cities in the United States, France, Poland, Germany, Croatia, Italy, and Estonia to support Zelensky's Victory Plan. The plan consists of five points and three secret annexes.

Lavrov announced the preparation of a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement between Russia and Iran. The document provides for closer cooperation in the defense sector and interaction at the regional and global levels.

Ukraine agreed with NATO to provide Poland with a police mission with aircraft in exchange for MiGs for Ukraine. However, even after that, Poland found new reasons not to hand over the planes.

Zelenskyy announced the preparation of a bilateral document between Ukraine and Hungary to lift the blockade on NATO membership. Ukraine has already submitted its proposals to the Hungarian side.

The President of Ukraine has launched regional discussions on an internal Strengthening Plan to complement the Victory Plan.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed Andriy Kostin from the post of Prosecutor General. The relevant decree has already been signed by the head of state.

Russian army strikes a nine-story building in Kharkiv with a guided aerial bomb, causing casualties, including children. The President called on partners to speed up the decision to help Ukraine.

This week, Ukraine and South Korea will determine the format of cooperation to counter the DPRK's deployment of troops to Russia.

The President's spokesperson announced the preparation of a three-point plan for the second Peace Summit. Ukraine is actively cooperating with the countries of the Global South to obtain their support.

Serbian President Vucic called Putin to cancel his participation in the BRICS summit. During the conversation, he raised the topic of a ceasefire, but Putin showed no interest.

The President of Ukraine presented state awards to the military who are undergoing rehabilitation after being wounded in Donetsk, Kharkiv and Kursk regions. He also inspected the center's medical equipment and thanked the defenders for their service.

President Zelenskyy announced the production of almost 20 Bohdan self-propelled artillery systems per month in Ukraine. New support packages and joint defense projects were discussed at the summit with the Nordic countries.

The President of Ukraine announced the preparation of a new meeting in the Ramstein format. The previous meeting was postponed due to Hurricane Milton in the United States.

The Kyiv RMA hosted the third online meeting “Dialogue between Government and Business” with the participation of nearly 200 entrepreneurs. There are 14 government business support programs in Kyiv region, including grants and loans at 0% interest.

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fitzo has spoken out against Ukraine's Victory Plan in an interview with a Russian propagandist. He said that there were allegedly “real” peace agreements in April 2022.

The President of Ukraine visited Uzhhorod as part of the Made in Ukraine platform. About 400 relocated enterprises are successfully operating in Zakarpattia, and the region will receive UAH 530 million in support.

The President of Ukraine said that global conflicts not only divert attention from Ukraine, but also divide military aid. Zelenskyy also noted the impact of these conflicts on the country's information support.

Russia earns $10-12 billion a month from the shadow fleet, Zelensky said. The capacity of Russia's shadow oil fleet increased by 70% over the year, despite Western sanctions.

The President of Ukraine emphasized the need to strengthen Ukraine and to be honest in negotiations without backroom deals.

President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine has the capabilities to seize the Kursk nuclear power plant, but does not do so on principle. According to him, such actions would equate Ukraine with Russia.

The President called the coming winter crucial because of possible power outages. Zelenskyy also noted that Ukraine had received only 10% of the promised military aid from its partners.