Ukraine
The President of Ukraine commented on the leak of information about Tomahawk missiles in the Victory Plan. According to him, this data was confidential between Ukraine and the White House.
Experts from the Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise told what kind of drones Russia used to attack the territory of Ukraine last night.
The President confirmed the presence of 3,000 North Korean troops in Russia and the expectation of another 12,000. Zelenskyy emphasized the insufficient response of Western partners to this threat.
The President said that Ukraine would not put pressure on citizens abroad to return home. He called on those who can to return and help the country.
A 30-year-old Odesa resident who illegally crossed the border from Slovakia was detained in Zakarpattia. The man had previously illegally traveled to the EU, but after unsuccessful job searches in Germany, he decided to return to Ukraine.
Temperatures are expected to drop in Ukraine on November 2, especially in the western and northern regions - to 4-9° during the day. Rains and winds of up to 15-20 m/s are forecast for most of the territory.
A scientist who transferred technical developments to Russia to improve Shahed drones was exposed in Kharkiv. The suspect disguised his cooperation as scientific work and is currently in custody.
Peskov denied information about talks between Moscow and Kyiv to stop strikes on energy facilities. The Financial Times and the Washington Post have previously reported on attempts at dialogue mediated by Qatar.
The UN Independent Commission has confirmed the systematic use of torture by the Russian authorities in the occupied territories and in the Russian Federation, stating that torture by the Russian authorities is considered a crime against humanity.
The Verkhovna Rada has supported amendment No. 155, which cancels a 37% increase in prosecutors' salaries in the draft State Budget 2025. This decision was voted for by 242 MPs.
Ukrainian filmmaker Tanya Muinho has directed a music video for Lady Gaga's new song “Disease”. In the first 9 hours after its release, the video garnered over 1.5 million views.
Another 10 banks joined the program to compensate 15% of the cost of Ukrainian machinery and equipment. Now, a total of 12 financial institutions provide an opportunity to receive state support for the purchase of domestic equipment.
The state-owned online service Diia has passed the 21 million user mark. The app is the second most popular Ukrainian app in the AppStore after Google.
At the fourth Ukraine-North Europe Summit, they discussed strengthening defense support, including air defense systems and the Petriot. The partner countries supported Ukraine's Victory Plan and agreed to increase defense production.
The State Service for Special Communications has published a list of signs that indicate a smartphone or computer is infected with a virus. The agency recommends regular scanning of devices with anti-virus programs.
Guerrillas infiltrated the command post of the 37th Brigade of the Russian Federation in Donetsk region. The movement's agent collected data on the personnel and equipment of the motorized rifle brigade.
The Verkhovna Rada passed a bill to reform the Accounting Chamber. The body received expanded powers to audit all public funds, including local budgets and state-owned enterprises.
According to Ukrainian intelligence, about 3,000 North Korean troops have been secretly brought to the Kursk region of Russia. The Financial Times reports on the deployment of North Korean troops in Russia at a distance of 50 kilometers from the Ukrainian border.
Power engineers have restored electricity supply to 1,8276 consumers affected by the hostilities. The power system remains balanced, but damage to the infrastructure makes it difficult to operate.
The head of the OP, Andriy Yermak, met with U. S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken. The parties discussed military support, sanctions against Russia, Euro-Atlantic integration, and protection of Ukraine's energy system.
In the first 9 months of 2024, 584 cases of obstruction of the Armed Forces were registered, but only 63 went to court. The register of court decisions does not contain a single verdict against TCC employees under Article 114-1 of the Criminal Code.
Satellite image of the “Putin's Special Forces University” in Gudermes after the drone attack is published. The photo shows smoke over the roof of the institution.
The Ministry of Defense has simplified the procedure for reporting property for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. After the service, soldiers have to return only a bulletproof vest and helmet, while all other uniforms remain with them.
South Korea's presidential office announces talks on a visit by Ukraine's special envoy this week. According to intelligence reports, more than 11,000 North Korean troops have been sent to Russia.
South Korea intends to send a team to monitor North Korean troops in Ukraine. It is estimated that more than 11,000 DPRK soldiers have been deployed to Russia, including 3,000 near the front.
The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 37 UAH/USD, up 5 kopecks. On the interbank market, the dollar is trading at UAH 41.32-41.35, and the euro at UAH 44.64-44.66.
If Russia continues its attacks on generation facilities in the winter, power outages of up to 8 hours a day are possible. “Ukrenergo is preparing three winter scenarios, including the worst-case scenario.
Cloudy weather with clearing is expected in Ukraine, with possible rains in the west. The temperature at night will be from -2° to +7°, during the day it will warm up to +10-15°, the westerly wind will be moderate.
Over the past day, the Ukrainian Armed Forces eliminated 1560 Russian occupants. The enemy's total losses amounted to 693,640 people, and a significant amount of military equipment was destroyed.
The Ukrainian Defense Forces repelled a nighttime attack by 62 Shahed and other attack UAVs. As a result of the air defense, 33 drones were destroyed and 25 were lost locally.