Ukraine
The Central Military Medical Commission is canceling illegal conclusions about unfitness for military service, issued in the Dnipropetrovsk region, at the initiative of the SBI. The first falsified decisions of the Military Medical Commission, made on the basis of forged medical documents, have already been annulled.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the damage to the Novospassky Oil Refinery, Mariysky Oil Refinery, and Budyonovsky Gas Processing Plant on the night of October 29, 2025. Explosions and fires were recorded at the enterprises, which reduces the capabilities of the Russian army in conducting combat operations.
The average salary in Ukraine reached UAH 26,6233 in September. Over the month, this indicator increased by 2.7%, according to the State Statistics Service.
As of October 29, an updated trade agreement between Ukraine and the EU is in effect, which provides for the abolition of tariffs and an increase in quotas for the export of certain agricultural products. This creates new opportunities for Ukrainian exporters, stimulating their entry into new markets.
Most Ukrainian arms manufacturers are seeking safe working conditions abroad due to Russian aggression. The main reasons are the inability to export products and insufficient volumes of state orders.
The IX Ukrainian Women's Congress took place in Kyiv, gathering over 2,500 participants. The general partner of the event was the MHP-Hromadi Charitable Foundation, which has been helping Ukrainians and developing communities for ten years.
Far-right and conservative parties in Europe, particularly in Poland and Germany, are expressing concern over the increasing number of young Ukrainian men. This follows the easing of exit rules from Ukraine.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi rejected US President Donald Trump's proposal to stop purchasing Russian oil and gas. Supplies from Russia account for about 9% of Japan's total LNG imports.
On October 30, warm autumn weather is expected in Ukraine with air temperatures up to +16 degrees, in the south and west sometimes up to +18. In Kyiv, up to +14 degrees are forecast without precipitation.
Maria Lvova-Belova accused Ukraine of fakes about deported children, although she herself boasted about "re-educating" a deported boy.
Romania reported on US plans to reduce its military presence on NATO's eastern flank, including the Romanian airbase. A NATO representative stated that the Alliance is closely cooperating with the US on force composition, noting that the American presence in Europe remains significant.
Andrej Babiš, leader of the ANO movement, has agreed on a government coalition with the right-conservative Motoristen party and the anti-European SPD. Babiš previously stated that he would not provide Ukraine with money for weapons from the budget.
Germany plans to purchase up to 12,000 kamikaze drones from startups Helsing, Stark, and defense giant Rheinmetall for approximately 300 million euros. These drones are intended for the German brigade in Lithuania, which will defend NATO's eastern flank against Russia.
Since October 28, the EES system has been launched at all checkpoints on the Ukrainian-Hungarian border. It provides for the collection of biometric data of third-country nationals to speed up control and record the terms of stay in the EU.
Lieutenant Colonel Veniamin Mazherin of the OMON Rosgvardia 'Obereg' unit died as a result of a car explosion in the Kemerovo region of the Russian Federation.
During the night, the enemy attacked energy facilities in Dnipropetrovsk, Donetsk, and Odesa regions. Today, hourly blackout schedules will be in effect in some regions of Ukraine from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
From January to August, Ukraine imported 907 buses worth $46. 4 million, which is 30% more than last year. 263 units were new, and 644 were used.
In Odesa region, the enemy launched a massive attack on civilian infrastructure at night. Damage to energy and transport facilities has been recorded, and one person has been injured.
On the night of October 29, Russia attacked Ukraine with 126 Shahed, Gerbera, and other types of drones, of which 93 were shot down or suppressed by air defense forces. The attack is ongoing, with 32 UAVs hitting 10 locations.
Law enforcement officers announced a notice of suspicion to the former mayor of Odesa and several city council officials for official negligence. This is related to the death of nine people during heavy rains and floods on September 30.
On the night of October 29, drones attacked two oil refineries and one petrochemical plant in Russia. Strikes were recorded in Mari El, Stavropol Krai, and Ulyanovsk Oblast, with no civilian casualties.
Prosecutor General of Ukraine Ruslan Kravchenko confirmed the notice of suspicion against the former mayor of Odesa. He is accused of criminal negligence that led to the death of nine people in Odesa.
Over the past day, 148 battles took place on the front, which is a third less than the previous day. The most intense hostilities were recorded in the Pokrovsk and Oleksandrivka directions.
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official dollar exchange rate for October 29 at 42. 08 hryvnias, which is 0.01 hryvnias more than on Tuesday. The official euro exchange rate is 48.98 hryvnias, and the zloty is 11.55 hryvnias.
On October 28, Russian troops lost 1150 soldiers and 313 UAVs, according to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 29.10.25 amount to 1,139,900 personnel.
October 29 marks the Day of the Military Financier of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, International Care and Support Day, Hermit Day, World Psoriasis Day, Day of Employees of the Non-Departmental Security Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, and the Day of Remembrance of Saint Abraham the Recluse. These dates are dedicated to military financiers, care workers, solitude, people with psoriasis, security guards, and the memory of the saint.
On Wednesday, October 29, most of Ukraine will experience cloudy weather with clearings and light rain, with the exception of the southern regions. Daytime temperatures will be 8-13°, up to 16° in Zakarpattia and the south, with wet snow and rain in the Carpathians.
The Kremlin is reviving Soviet-era narratives about Russia's "sacrifice" to justify future aggression against Europe and the Asia-Pacific region, as well as long-term societal mobilization. This is part of the Kremlin's concerted effort to justify claims that Russia is at war with all of NATO, not just Ukraine.
In October, American intelligence provided Congress with an analysis stating that Putin is "more determined than ever before" to continue the war. There are no signs of Russia's readiness for a compromise on Ukraine, despite Trump's attempts to organize peace talks.
"Patriotic desks" are even placed in kindergartens, telling children about the "feats" of liquidated Russian servicemen. Teachers in the temporarily occupied territories are forced to conduct "courage lessons" next to portraits of the invaders.