During October 17, 128 combat engagements were recorded on the front. Aviation, missile forces, and artillery of the Defense Forces destroyed seven areas of concentration of enemy personnel, weapons, and military equipment.
Air Live has shown the alleged route of Vladimir Putin's plane to Budapest, where a summit with Donald Trump is planned. The 5000 km route will pass through the Caspian Sea, Iran, Turkey, the Mediterranean Sea, Montenegro, Serbia, and Hungary, which will increase the flight time by 3 hours.
Over the past day, October 17, Russia lost 1,150 servicemen and 41 artillery systems. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 18.10.25 are estimated at 1,129,180 personnel eliminated.
The average earnings of convicts in Russia increased to 33,000 rubles in 2025, which is 125% more than in 2019. At the same time, in 73 regions, teachers receive less than the minimum wage of 22,440 rubles.
On Saturday, October 18, cloudy weather with clearings and rains are expected in Ukraine, except for the southeast. The air temperature will be 8-16°C, and wind gusts of 15-20 m/s are possible in Prykarpattia.
October 18 marks European Anti-Trafficking Day and World Menopause Day. Also celebrated today are International Archaeology Day, World Guitar Day, and International Tie Day.
Great Britain proposes to the United States to develop a peace plan for Ukraine, similar to Trump's plan for the Gaza Strip. This initiative was put forward during President Zelenskyy's phone conversation with European leaders.
US President Donald Trump refuses to provide Ukraine with Tomahawk missiles after meeting with Zelenskyy on October 17. The American leader believes that Ukraine seeks escalation and prolongation of the conflict.
European leaders, including Finnish President Alexander Stubb and European Council President António Costa, expressed full support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after his conversation with Donald Trump. They reaffirmed military, financial, and diplomatic assistance, as well as security guarantees for Ukraine.
In Zaporizhzhia, the renovated social adaptation center "Artak" has been opened, providing temporary housing and humanitarian support for internally displaced persons. The center is designed for 53 places, including for people with disabilities and the elderly, and is funded by the state budget.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump discussed ways to end the war, the transfer of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, and the participation of American companies in restoring energy infrastructure. Trump refrained from taking a clear stance on territorial concessions and does not plan to supply Tomahawks.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed his conversation with Donald Trump with European leaders and the leadership of the EU and NATO. He emphasized the importance of protecting lives and strengthening security in Europe.
Ukraine will receive the first financial proceeds from Japan from the revenues of frozen Russian assets in early 2026. This is part of the G7 countries' ERA mechanism worth $50 billion, which will go to finance the state budget expenditures.
The Kremlin is launching a program to colonize the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, replacing the local population with Russians from the deep regions of the Russian Federation. This is a legalization of population replacement and Russification, displacing locals and settling "new Russians."
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the US is not against the topic of security guarantees for Ukraine, and the European side is almost ready to provide them. He emphasized the need for strong security guarantees from the US, as only they can conduct a dialogue with Russia.
The thirteenth safe underground school opened in Zaporizhzhia region, based at the Komyshuvakha Gymnasium "Dzherelo", which accommodates over 600 students. The institution is fully inclusive, equipped with a lift and Braille navigation.
The Ukrainian president agreed with Donald Trump's opinion that it is worth stopping and starting negotiations and taking real steps towards peace.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russians are nervous about the possible transfer of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, understanding their effectiveness. He emphasized that Ukraine needs a combination of weapons to counter Russian strikes.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated a realistic attitude regarding the supply of Tomahawk missiles. Earlier, the Ukrainian delegation prepared a presentation for Donald Trump on the use of these missiles.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the US will receive certain types of Ukrainian drones. This comes as Ukraine and the US prepare an agreement on the production and supply of drones.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Ukraine has Europe's full support on its path to peace. He emphasized the importance of creating a realistic peace plan after the meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump.
The SBU exposed two pro-Russian propagandists at the Rivne NPP who denied Russian aggression and spread Kremlin propaganda. One of them is a Kyiv resident, chief engineer of a private company seconded to the NPP, and the other is a Kyiv resident of retirement age, a former energy executive.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US leader Donald Trump discussed security guarantees. Ukraine counts on them and US leadership.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine cannot counter Russian ballistic strikes with its own air defense systems. This requires pressure on Russia, including a package of appropriate weapons.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone conversation with a group of European leaders and representatives of the "Coalition of the Willing" after a meeting with Donald Trump. Among the participants were Ursula von der Leyen, António Costa, Alexander Stubb, the Prime Minister of Norway, Keir Starmer, Meloni, NATO Secretary General Rutte, and Tusk.
After meeting with Donald Trump in Washington, Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke about the American leader's words regarding his relationship with the Russian leader. Trump stated that Putin hates Zelenskyy, and the Ukrainian president replied that he has the same attitude towards Putin.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the issue of Ukrainian territories will be key in any format of peace negotiations with Russia. Ukraine insists on a ceasefire before discussing territorial issues.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed the provision of Tomahawk missiles, to which US President Donald Trump responded by stating the need to investigate the issue. The dialogue on this topic remains open.
President Zelenskyy stated that he did not discuss Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries or Russian strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure.
Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó criticized Poland's decision not to extradite a Ukrainian suspected of sabotaging Nord Stream pipelines to Germany. Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski responded that this was self-defense against an aggressor.
