The administration of US President Donald Trump will significantly expand the state's role in the economy, increasing its stake in strategic companies. This is aimed at reducing dependence on China in the supply chains of rare earth minerals and technologies.
Oil prices rose by 1% after Donald Trump's statement about India stopping purchases of Russian oil. Brent futures rose to $62.45, WTI to $58.84.
US President Donald Trump stated that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured him that India would cease purchasing Russian oil. Previously, the US imposed 50% tariffs on Indian goods due to these purchases.
The administration of US President Donald Trump has authorized the CIA to conduct covert operations in Venezuela to remove Nicolas Maduro. The authorization allows for the elimination of top government officials and a wide range of actions in the Caribbean.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak and the Ukrainian delegation in Washington discussed with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio the details of the preparation for the meeting of the Presidents of Ukraine and the United States, scheduled for this Friday. The parties discussed the long-term security architecture for Ukraine and all of Europe, as well as steps to end the war.
Norway will provide Ukraine with 2 billion Norwegian kroner (approximately $170 million) to finance a new package of military equipment from the United States under the PURL program. This package, coordinated by NATO, will include drones, artillery, and advanced air defense systems.
Prime Minister of Ukraine Yulia Svyrydenko discussed the development of business cooperation with the newly appointed President of Eximbank USA, John Jovanovic. She emphasized the importance of demonstrating Ukraine as a reliable partner, ready for cooperation in energy, infrastructure, logistics, and critical minerals extraction.
Pentagon chief Pete Heggset's plane made an unscheduled landing in the UK due to a crack in the windshield. The incident occurred while returning from a NATO defense ministers' meeting to the US.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that the "Alaskan process" has not been completed. Russia is awaiting Washington's reaction to Vladimir Putin's response regarding the "concept of Ukrainian settlement" delivered by US special envoy Steve Witkoff.
In his evening video address, President Zelenskyy spoke about the results of the meeting of the Staff of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief and about the upcoming meeting with the US President in Washington.
Yermak reported on a working call with the President of Ukraine, where they discussed deepening cooperation in the areas of air defense, long-range weapons, and aviation. The delegation is preparing the groundwork for a future conversation between the leaders of Ukraine and the United States, scheduled for Friday.
Chinese airlines oppose a US ban on flights over Russia, as it would make flights between China and the US longer, more expensive, and inconvenient for thousands of passengers. The American side claims that such flights give Chinese carriers an unfair economic advantage.
European investments in Ukraine's defense have significantly increased. The US is ready to do its part, but European partners must take more responsibility for the defense of their continent.
Canada and the United Kingdom will join the EU's plan to use nearly $300 billion in Russian Central Bank assets to support Ukraine. This mechanism provides for the provision of loans for weapons and economic support without direct confiscation of funds.
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth said that the US and European allies intend to end the war in Ukraine. He emphasized that European leaders are calling on Russia to stop the aggression, otherwise the US will take action.
The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, stated that Russia will expand hybrid aggression against the EU and NATO if it does not receive a decisive rebuff. He emphasized that Putin's goal is to continue and intensify aggression aimed at destabilizing internal political processes.
The US supplies Ukraine with lethal and non-lethal weapons, which are paid for by European allies under the PURL program. More than half of the allied states have already joined this initiative.
US senators once again failed to pass a short-term budget resolution that would have provided temporary funding for the federal government until November 21. The bill, submitted by the Republican Party, received only 49 out of the 60 necessary votes.
The United Kingdom has expanded its sanctions list, adding Russian oil giants Rosneft and Lukoil, as well as the Indian company Nayara Energy. All assets of the sanctioned companies will be frozen in the United Kingdom.
A new study by Canadian experts has found that loneliness or social isolation increases the risk of death from cancer by 11%, and the overall risk of death by 34%. This is due to a stress response that harms the immune system and causes inflammation.
Estonia will contribute $12 million to the fourth PURL package, which it calls the Baltic Nordic package, to finance American weapons for Ukraine. Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur expects contributions from other allies, as the share of US contributions has significantly decreased.
Donald Trump's golf resort in Aberdeen, Scotland, recorded a loss for the 13th consecutive year in 2024, reducing it to £937,693. This was due to increased marketing costs and the development of a second golf course.
Since February 2021, fines for not using seat belts have increased tenfold, which has become a serious incentive for drivers. The number of recorded violations has decreased, and the rate of seat belt use is increasing.
Finland has joined NATO's PURL project, which involves purchasing weapons for Ukraine from the United States. Finnish Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen emphasized the critical importance of long-range missiles for Ukraine.
Thousands of pro-Palestinian demonstrators marched in Udine ahead of the World Cup qualifier between Italy and Israel, demanding Israel's ban from FIFA. The protest ended in clashes with police, despite the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
Bitcoin stabilized after a fall, trading at $112,292. 5, amid trade tensions between the US and China. Markets expect a 25 basis point Fed rate cut in October with a 99.6% probability.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak will hold a series of meetings in the US to prepare for a conversation between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump regarding achieving peace. Ukraine's Ambassador to the US Oksana Markarova reported on a new format of interaction and expectations of an announcement of new arms supplies to Ukraine.
Global electric vehicle sales in September 2025 exceeded 2. 1 million units for the first time, marking the highest monthly figure. This boom is driven by tax breaks and local incentives in the US, UK, South Korea, and China.
Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, stated that Donald Trump is humiliating Putin by pointing to gasoline queues in Russia and 1. 5 million losses in the war. Kovalenko believes that Putin is a psychopath who fears humiliation, and the US has begun to understand Russia's weaknesses.
October 15 marks World Dignity Day, Global Handwashing Day, International Day of Rural Women, and Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. In the US, today is National Pug Day.
