October 15 marks World Dignity Day, Global Handwashing Day, International Day of Rural Women, and Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. In the US, today is National Pug Day.
British actress Emma Watson was spotted in Pisa with an unknown companion. Earlier, she denied engagement rumors and responded to J.K. Rowling's criticism regarding transgender rights.
In Italy, three police officers were killed and 15 people were injured in a presumably deliberate gas explosion on a farm near Verona. The incident occurred during an attempt to evict three brothers and a sister who had previously threatened to blow themselves up to avoid eviction.
Sviatoshynskyi District Court of Kyiv chose a preventive measure in the form of bail for the former mayor of Irpin, Oleksandr Markushyn, in a second criminal case. He is suspected of illegal seizure of communal property, namely a land plot and a boiler house building, in 2019.
US President Donald Trump praised Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, calling him a "fantastic" and "great leader. " Trump also mentioned his support for Orban in the last election, where he won by a 28-point margin.
US President Donald Trump commented on the appearance of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni during a joint photo opportunity after the Gaza agreement. Meloni, the only woman in the photo, maintained a serious expression during the praise.
Ukraine supports the call of Italian Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani for an Olympic truce with Russia, stating its readiness for it even tomorrow, without waiting for the Olympics. MFA spokesperson Heorhii Tikhyi noted that Russia had previously started wars during Olympic truces.
Sviatoshynskyi District Court of Kyiv postponed the consideration of the motion to elect a precautionary measure for the former deputy mayor of Irpin, Oleksandr Markushyn, due to his non-appearance. The defense filed a motion to postpone the hearing due to an appointment with an orthopedic doctor and a trip to Zaporizhzhia with humanitarian aid.
The German Federal Cartel Office has launched an investigation into the Chinese online platform Temu. The company is suspected of imposing unacceptable pricing requirements on sellers in the German market.
EU ambassadors have approved the bloc's plan to end Russian oil and gas imports by 2028. This decision was made despite objections from Hungary and Slovakia.
The European company Thales Belgium reports an increase in the number of drones over its factories and demands clear rules for their jamming or shooting down. The company aims to double the production of FZ275 missiles to 70,000 units.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that the extradition of a Ukrainian suspected of involvement in the Nord Stream pipeline explosions is not in Poland's interest.
Russian leader's aide Yuri Ushakov stated that Vladimir Putin does not plan a phone conversation with Donald Trump on October 7. This date coincides with the Russian dictator's birthday.
Italy proposes an Olympic truce for all wars in the world, including conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, during the 2026 Winter Olympics. The proposal will be submitted to the United Nations.
A new poll showed that 67% of Europeans support increased investment in defense, although this is slightly less than in April last year. Support varies from 48% in Italy to 86% in Poland.
The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs deported over 170 foreign nationals and eco-activist Greta Thunberg, who attempted to break through to the Gaza Strip as part of the so-called "Global Flotilla of Sumud. "
Italy will take retaliatory measures in response to the US imposing temporary tariffs on pasta exceeding 91%, in addition to the already existing 15%. The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the embassy in Washington are working closely with companies and the European Commission to review these tariffs.
The G7+ group held an urgent meeting due to Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. Over 100 representatives from countries and international organizations discussed the consequences of the strikes and the immediate needs for recovery.
Thousands of protesters in European cities took to the streets after Israel intercepted a humanitarian flotilla. In Barcelona, shop windows were smashed, and in Italy, universities were blockaded, drawing criticism from the Minister of Defense.
Serhiy Rebrov named the Ukrainian national team squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Iceland and Azerbaijan. Ruslan Malinovskyi and Volodymyr Brazhko returned to the squad.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with the Prime Minister of Italy, Giorgia Meloni. Threats from Russia and security guarantees were discussed, as well as preparations for the next coalition meeting.
Ukrainian citizens abroad can provide DNA samples for the identification of missing relatives at SE "Document" units in seven countries. The procedure includes submitting an application and collecting biological material for molecular genetic examination.
A Ukrainian citizen suspected of sabotaging Nord Stream has been remanded in custody for seven days.
G7 countries are close to agreeing on new sanctions aimed at sharply limiting Russia's oil revenues and strengthening Ukraine's financial stability. Options include sanctions against the shadow tanker fleet and restrictions in the financial sector.
Germany is demanding the extradition of a Ukrainian arrested in Poland, who is believed to be a member of the group that blew up the Nord Stream gas pipelines in the Baltic Sea. Investigators claim that the man, an experienced diver, carried out underwater work to install explosives.
The Milan City Council has approved the demolition of the San Siro stadium. A new 71,500-seat arena worth 1.2 billion euros will be built in its place.
The Chief of Staff of the Kyiv City State Administration (KCSA) has been notified of suspicion for using forged documents for private trips abroad under the guise of business trips. The official traveled abroad twice with his family, using fake invitations to events in Barcelona and Florence.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki proposed a bill to increase the minimum period of continuous residence in the country for obtaining citizenship from three to ten years. This is aimed at better integration of foreigners and adaptation to Polish society.
Donald Trump has proposed a 20-point peace plan to end the war in the Gaza Strip, which has been approved by Israel, the Palestinian Authority, and a number of Arab countries. Hamas is studying the proposal, while Palestinian Islamic Jihad called it a "recipe for an explosion in the region."
NABU, together with the police, is once again trying to seize the assets of Ukrainian businessman Oleksiy Fedorychev, who owns two terminals in the Pivdennyi port. This is a new stage in a 10-year persecution, which, according to the businessman, is an attempt to raid his assets.
