The Kyiv RMA management held an online meeting with 300 entrepreneurs as part of the Dialogue between Government and Business platform. They discussed issues of booking employees, attracting IDPs, and paying taxes.
A website was found on the Internet that copied the structure of the official SBGS website. Cybersecurity established a Russian trace, blocked the resource and urged citizens to consume information critically.
At the EU-Gulf Summit, the EU and Gulf States expressed support for Ukraine's sovereignty within its internationally recognized borders. Participants condemned Russian attacks and called for humanitarian aid to Ukraine.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the signing of an agreement between Ukraine and Greece on security cooperation. The document was signed on Thursday, October 17.
The defense ministers of Latvia, Lithuania, the United Kingdom, Estonia, and Sweden supported Ukraine's Victory Plan. They called for increased support for Kyiv and acceleration of Ukraine's movement toward NATO membership.
President Zelenskyy proposed that the partners conclude an agreement to protect Ukraine's critical resources. He emphasized the importance of preventing russia's access to Ukrainian resources and the need for joint investments.
Zelenskyy said that after the victory, Ukraine would offer its military to replace part of the US contingent in Europe. This will allow the US to focus on other priority regions.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen endorsed Zelensky's victory plan, calling it “many, many good ideas. ” She emphasized the importance of Ukraine's involvement in NATO as “the most important life insurance.
President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine is preparing a second Peace Summit even without fulfilling the points of the Victory Plan. He believes that without partners' support for this plan, Ukraine's position at the summit will be weaker.
President Zelenskyy has proposed deploying a missile deterrent in Ukraine to force Russia into peace talks. He provided details to partners capable of implementing this: The United States, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, and Germany.
The President of Ukraine met with the President of the European Council. The parties discussed the Victory Plan, defense support, movement towards the EU, sanctions against Russia, and Ukraine's economic stability.
During a meeting of the European Council, President Zelenskyy said that the kursk operation revealed russia's weakness. He emphasized the need to continue pressure on the battlefield and provide Ukraine with the necessary weapons.
According to a UN report, 1. 1 billion people live in multidimensional poverty, including 455 million in conflict zones. In war-torn countries, the poverty rate is three times higher than in peaceful ones.
KFI experts explained that the Russians may use Starlink on attack drones to improve coordination during attacks. They also noted changes in the guidance system and the explosive part of the “Shahed”.
President Zelenskyy said that the refusal of partners to support Ukraine's Victory Plan would be a mistake. He emphasized that Ukraine's weakness is Russia's strength, and the plan contains important points on security and the economy.
The UK imposed sanctions on 18 Russian oil tankers and 4 LNG tankers. These are “the largest sanctions against Putin's shadow fleet” and are intended to undermine Russia's energy revenues.
The number of criminal proceedings under Article 332 of the Criminal Code has increased significantly since the start of the full-scale invasion. Courts often impose a suspended sentence, despite the strict sanction of the article.
The President of Ukraine said that an invitation to NATO would strengthen the country's position and confirm the irreversibility of European integration. Zelenskyy emphasized that this would be the main argument for ending the war.
Prime Minister Shmyhal said that 140,000 square kilometers of Ukraine could be mined. The government plans to survey most of these areas by 2033 and create an international coalition for demining.
Zelenskyy said that the Kremlin plans to reach the level of EU weapons production by 2025 to continue the war. The President emphasized the assistance to Russia from North Korea, Iran, and China.
Experts explain how putting Russia on the FATF blacklist will affect its economy. It will complicate international financial transactions of Russian companies and businessmen, and slow down the Russian economy.
President Zelenskyy announced the presentation of the Peace Formula document at the Peace Summit in November. Ukraine will share this plan with all countries.
The President of Ukraine has signed a law amending the Customs Code to implement EU regulations. The law provides for the introduction of the European model of customs representation and expansion of opportunities for AEOs.
The UK Ministry of Defense analyzes the attack on the oil terminal in Feodosia. The attacks on Crimea, including air defense, airfields and logistics facilities, are gradually undermining russia's military capabilities on the peninsula.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed a meeting of the European Council, presenting the Victory Plan. He called on the EU to support Ukraine and emphasized the importance of unity to end the war.
The draw for the 2026 World Cup will take place on December 13, 2024. 55 national teams will be divided into 12 groups, the winners of the groups will reach the final stage, the second places and the 4 best teams of the Nations League will play the playoffs.
The President of Ukraine said that most of the points of the Victory Plan were supported by partners, although some are sensitive. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of partner assistance, particularly with regard to long-range weapons.
Zelenskyy announced the EU's political decision to distribute $35 billion in frozen Russian assets. Implementation depends on the unity of European leaders so that the decision is not blocked.
European Council President Charles Michel said that Ukraine clearly understands its defense needs. EU leaders should provide the necessary assistance, including additional equipment and technology.
Border guards detained two groups of men who were trying to cross the border with Moldova following the instructions they had received. Each paid $3-5 thousand for online instructions from the organizer.