Ukraine
On October 21, cloudy weather with rain is forecast in Ukraine in the east. Night frosts down to -5°C are expected in the west, and daytime temperatures will reach +9…+15°C.
In the first nine months of 2025, the volume of agricultural production in Ukraine decreased by 14% compared to last year. The largest reduction was recorded in the southern and eastern regions of the country.
Spain will transfer 70 generators to Ukraine to strengthen its energy system, Andriy Sybiha announced after a meeting with José Manuel Albares. Military-technical cooperation and increased sanctions pressure on Russia were also discussed.
Italy has expressed its readiness to join NATO's PURL mechanism, which finances the purchase of American weapons for Ukraine. This step comes amid the cessation of US funding for weapons to Kyiv.
UK Defence Secretary John Healey announced preparations for a possible deployment of troops to Ukraine after a peace agreement is reached, allocating over $134 million. British military personnel will train Ukrainian soldiers away from the front line.
The European Court of Human Rights has initiated official communication in cases concerning the ban on the Mejlis of the Crimean Tatar people, imposed by the occupying authorities of Crimea in 2016. The purpose of the complaints is to recognize the illegality of the Mejlis ban and the systemic pressure on the Crimean Tatar people.
Dynamo Stadium named after Valeriy Lobanovskyi will now be able to host 4333 fans instead of 1800. This became possible due to additional security measures and the expansion of the shelter area.
On October 20, 2025, Ukrainian troops repelled 174 combat engagements, neutralizing 130 occupiers in the Pokrovsk direction. The enemy used two missiles, 32 airstrikes, 2249 kamikaze drones, and 2932 artillery shellings.
Due to a Russian attack on energy infrastructure, the northern part of Chernihiv region is without electricity. Temporary interruptions in water supply are possible, KP "Chernihivvodokanal" urges to stock up on drinking water.
The Cabinet of Ministers submitted draft law No. 14120 to the Verkhovna Rada, which provides for the exclusion of the Russian and Moldovan languages from the list of those protected by the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages. Instead, it is proposed to add the Czech language and Hebrew.
Ukraine will launch a unified state register of individuals whose participation in gambling will be restricted by December. The PlayCity platform is looking for an IT company to develop a system aimed at protecting citizens from gambling addiction.
The US opposes the EU's plan to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine, citing risks to market stability. This move is a setback for the EU, which has been trying to persuade G7 countries to join its initiative.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported on the results of the Staff meeting, dedicated to energy and preparations for winter. The government has already secured half of the funds needed to purchase gas for the heating season.
Donald Trump stated that he discussed attacks on civilian targets in Ukraine with Vladimir Putin. According to him, most of those killed in Ukraine are soldiers, not civilians.
Two Ukrainian teenagers have been rescued from temporarily occupied territories thanks to the Bring Kids Back UA initiative. The boys, aged 18 and 20, have already reunited with their families and are starting a new life in Ukraine.
Donald Trump announced that he possesses an unknown weapon he had been working on for four years. This statement came amid discussions about a possible appeal by European leaders to Trump regarding the provision of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine.
The Patrol Police calls for vigilance after a student of a Ternopil school received messages with anti-state calls. Attackers are trying to sow distrust in the authorities and incite minors to illegal actions under the guise of "peaceful advice" and offers of "easy money."
US President Donald Trump noted that war is unpredictable, and Ukraine still has a chance to win. He added that while it is possible, he does not think it will happen.
Scandalous newcomer of Kyiv "Dynamo" Vladyslav Blenutse received gratitude from the Command of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine for supporting territorial defense. Earlier, the football player transferred 700 thousand hryvnias to the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine.
26 EU member states have committed to joining the creation of a Special Tribunal on the crime of aggression against Ukraine. This brings closer the start of the tribunal's work, which will investigate crimes of aggression.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated the employees of the State Border Guard Service intelligence units on Intelligence Day. The Head of State noted the importance of their work for the country's security.
EU diplomacy chief Kaja Kallas stated that Russia is not interested in peace and called for increased pressure on Russia. This week, the EU plans to adopt the 19th package of sanctions and use frozen Russian assets to finance Ukraine's defense.
Kolochava and Synevyr Polyana from Transcarpathia have been recognized as two of the 52 best tourist villages in the world by the UNWTO. These settlements are noted for combining tourism development with the preservation of nature and cultural heritage.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen. He announced numerous meetings and negotiations in Europe this week.
The bill on the legalization of the virtual assets market in Ukraine has received 2,500 amendments, which delays its consideration and voting in the second reading. It is currently not determined who will be the regulator – the NBU or the NSSMC.
Law enforcement officers notified Hryhoriy Didenko, head of the Odesa Regional Council, and his wife Yulia Didenko of suspicion. They failed to include information about property worth over 8 million hryvnias in their declarations for 2021–2023, including apartments and two Audi SQ8s.
President Zelensky held a Staff meeting where they discussed the energy situation, recovery after attacks, and expansion of equipment reserves. They also considered issues in the gas sector and strengthening the protection of energy facilities from air attacks.
In Ukraine, the number of complaints against collection companies has increased, reaching 958 appeals this year, which exceeds last year's figure. last year. In total, the NBU received 3.1 thousand complaints since 2021, with more than 60% received in the last two years.
Ukrainian law enforcement officers uncovered an international cocaine smuggling channel from Spain, seizing almost 3 kg of drugs worth over UAH 18. 5 million. Two participants in the scheme have been notified of suspicion and remanded in custody.
The risk of hourly power outage schedules returning remains due to the war and attacks on the energy system. Currently, there are no emergency schedules across Ukraine, only power limitations for industry.