Ukraine
President Zelenskyy chaired a meeting of the National Security and Defense Council to discuss abuses in the MSEC. Decisions on digitalization of processes, verification of declarations and review of unjustified decisions on disability of officials were approved.
MP Yegor Chernev reported on the successful testing of Ukrainian ballistic missiles for the Hrom missile system. The results will soon be seen in Ukraine and Russia, but there are problems with the production of missiles for the “Vilkha” MLRS.
President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine does not seek to regain nuclear status, but needs security guarantees. He emphasized that Ukraine gave up nuclear weapons but did not receive NATO membership.
A 48-year-old Lviv woman damaged 39 graves of soldiers at the Lychakiv cemetery. She faces up to 5 years in prison for desecration of burial sites.
There were 73 combat engagements in the early hours of the day, the most active in the Pokrovske and Kurakhove sectors. The enemy attacked the positions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, launched air strikes, and shelled the border areas of Sumy and Chernihiv regions.
Zelenskyy announced agreements with the US on several aid packages for the Ukrainian defense industry. Tranches for long-range and drone production totaling about $2 billion are expected.
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Power engineers restore the damaged power line to Zaporizhzhia NPP. The Minister of Energy emphasizes that the situation at the occupied plant remains threatening, and only the return of control to Ukraine can guarantee safety.
An unexploded warhead of a Russian air-to-surface missile was found on agricultural land in Chernihiv region. Police explosive experts neutralized the munition by detonating it.
President Zelenskyy announces normal dialog with South Korea, but notes restrictions on military aid. Ukraine records the presence of the North Korean military in the occupied territories.
A man suspected of stealing a radar station and other items from a military vehicle was detained in Kyiv's Sviatoshynskyi district. The suspect faces up to 8 years in prison.
The Lithuanian Foreign Minister proposes to return to Macron's idea of deploying troops in Ukraine. This is due to reports of cooperation between the DPRK and Russia in the military sphere.
President Zelenskyy said that most NATO countries support Ukraine's invitation to join the Alliance until the war is over. Germany's position depends on the United States, whose support may increase after the presidential election.
A Lviv resident who tried to organize the murder of the head of a public organization on the order of russian special services was detained in Odesa. The security forces staged the murder to catch the organizer of the crime.
Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi met with Pentagon Chief Austin. They discussed the strengthening of air defense and the capabilities of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
The Brovary City Council has approved a EUR 2. 2 million loan to complete the construction of a modern primary school. The project includes enhanced security measures, including shelters and fire protection, in response to military threats.
According to the UN, since the beginning of the full-scale Russian invasion, Ukraine's population has decreased by 25% due to refugees, falling birth rates, and deaths. Currently, the birth rate is about 1 child per woman.
Ukrainian banks have approved applications for UAH 7. 9 billion in loans for energy programs, of which more than UAH 2 billion have already been disbursed. The programs are aimed at increasing the energy independence of businesses and households.
The arrival of DPRK military personnel at a russian military base in primorsky krai has been recorded. Presumably, this is military unit 44980 of the 127th motorized rifle division in the village of sergeevka.
The NABU has announced a tender for training employees in waste management for UAH 12 thousand. The bureau also plans to spend money on weather stations and air conditioners, despite criticism about efficiency and costs.
The Cabinet of Ministers has included Chernivtsi Park in the Register of Industrial Parks. This will create about 750 new jobs in the processing industry, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said.
north korea denies reports of sending 1,500 troops to russia to help in the war against ukraine. South Korea insists that the DPRK is providing military support to Russia's aggressive actions in Ukraine.
Oleksiy Kuleba announced that security measures at the seaports of Odesa region will be enhanced. It is also planned to enhance personnel safety, restore infrastructure and ensure the stable operation of the Ukrainian Sea Corridor.
Ukrzaliznytsia has announced the resumption of ticketing systems after a temporary suspension. Tickets are again available for purchase online, via chatbots, on the website, and at station ticket offices.
The head of the National Security and Defense Council's Central Intelligence Center said that the DPRK could send military to dig trenches on the border with Ukraine. This will relieve the Russian infantry, and the Koreans may be mixed with Buryats and Yakuts in Russian battalions.
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved attracting more than €17 million from the European Investment Bank for transport development. The funds will go to communities to upgrade municipal vehicle fleets.
The Ukrainian Foreign Minister met with the Chief Advisor to the President of Turkey. They discussed strategic partnership, safety of navigation in the Black Sea, and the release of Ukrainian prisoners.
On October 25, G7 partners will announce contributions to a $50 billion loan to Ukraine. The repayment will be made from the proceeds of frozen Russian assets, and the EU is expected to provide €35 billion.
ARMA holds thousands of seized assets, but holds few competitions for their management. The expert called the agency's effectiveness zero, and its activities non-transparent, as evidenced by the self-dissolution of the public council.
More than 20 Russian attack drones were shot down in Sumy region over the past 24 hours. The attacks killed three people, including a child. Zelensky calls for unity with the world to counter terror.