Volodymyr Omelchenko
Taxis allowed to operate during curfew in Lviv
Bolt and Uklon taxi drivers will be able to legally operate in Lviv during the curfew. The decision was made due to the large number of night trains and the need to transport passengers to their destinations.
Stephen King hints at a possible sequel to The Dark Tower
The American writer Stephen King announced his return to the Middle Earth. However, the author immediately noted that he was not sure whether this would develop into a full-fledged work.
Former official of the Armed Forces of Ukraine will be tried for illegal enrichment of UAH 56 million
The SBI has completed an investigation into the former head of the Armed Forces' food supply department for illegal enrichment of UAH 56 million. The official purchased a car, an apartment, dozens of land plots and a warehouse.
BBC Book of the Year 2024: who made it to the long lists
BBC Ukraine has published the long lists of the Book of the Year 2024 awards in three nominations. The lists include 40 titles selected by the jury from among 154 books, and the winners will receive £1000 each.
Russian drone flies critically close to Khmelnytsky NPP power unit - Energoatom
On the morning of October 28, a Russian kamikaze drone approached the Khmelnytsky NPP to a critical distance. “Energoatom claims that energy terror is intensifying and demands a response from the international community.
A Russian intelligence agent posing as a Ukrainian military officer was detained in Nikolaev
SBU CI detained a Russian military intelligence agent who was collecting data on air defense locations and military hospitals in ten regions of Ukraine. The detainee faces life imprisonment; he had previously planned to join the Wagner PMC.
The United States offers $10 million for information on the organizers of the Russian propaganda Telegram channel “Rybar”
The United States has announced a reward for information about “Rybar”, a Russian-funded channel that interferes in US elections. The channel manages propaganda resources aimed at destabilizing the situation in the country.
In an attempt to raise the birth rate: China is conducting a survey to understand why people do not want to have children
The Chinese authorities organized a survey of 30,000 people to understand the reasons for the low birth rate. The goal is to analyze the factors that influence attitudes toward childbearing and develop incentives.
Ukrainian Center for Strategic Communications shows how DPRK military receive Russian equipment
A video has emerged showing the DPRK military receiving Russian equipment during exercises in Russia. Analysts believe that the footage was shot in the Russian Far East no more than 72 hours ago.
Gasoline prices have risen sharply after the Ukrainian Armed Forces attack on an oil depot in occupied Crimea
After the attack on the oil depot in Feodosia, the price of A95 gasoline in Crimea rose to 67. 19 rubles per liter. Experts note the effectiveness of the Ukrainian Armed Forces' strikes on fuel infrastructure and Russia's inability to mitigate the consequences.
The Ukrainian trailer for The Age of the Werewolves with Frank Grillo has been released
On October 18, the Ukrainian trailer for The Age of Werewolves was released. The film tells the story of people's fight against an epidemic that turns them into werewolves and will be released in Ukraine on December 19.
Sibiga calls on the West to step up support for Ukraine as Russia engages DPRK in war
Minister Sibiga called for lifting restrictions on long-range strikes and intercepting Russian missiles over Ukraine. He emphasized that the DPRK is sending regular units to participate in the war against Ukraine.
putin responded with threats to statements about the possible restoration of Ukraine's nuclear potential
putin said that Ukraine's creation of nuclear weapons would provoke a response from Russia. He claims that Russia can track any attempts by Ukraine in this direction and will not allow it under any circumstances.
putin refuses to attend the G20 summit in Brazil
The russian president explained the refusal by the possible disruption of the summit due to the ICC warrant. He accused the West of trying to politicize the G20.
russia spent 100 million euros to try to disrupt Moldova's referendum on EU accession
The Deputy Prime Minister of Moldova has announced russia's attempts to disrupt the elections and the referendum on the EU. According to her, the Kremlin has spent more than 100 million euros on disinformation, destabilization, and bribing voters.
Xi Jinping visits russia to attend the BRICS summit in Kazan
Chinese President Xi Jinping will arrive in russia next week to attend the 16th BRICS leaders' meeting in Kazan. The summit will last two days, from October 22 to 24.
Russians strike in Kherson region: village headman injured
A 60-year-old man was wounded in the village of Mykilske in Kherson region as a result of Russian shelling. The victim was taken to hospital with an explosive injury and a forearm wound.
Lithuania to increase investment in Ukrainian production of long-range drones - Umerov
Ukraine's Defense Minister Rustem Umerov announced Lithuania's plans to increase investments in the production of drones for Ukraine. Lithuania will also help train one of the Defense Forces brigades and allocate 0.25% of its GDP to Ukraine's defense.
Kyiv fulfills its obligations: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs denies rumors of restoration of Ukraine's nuclear potential
The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry denied information about plans to develop weapons of mass destruction. Ukraine remains a committed party to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons and calls for increased pressure on Russia.
Israeli army confirms elimination of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar
The IDF officially announced the elimination of Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas, in the Gaza Strip on October 16. Sinwar, who was responsible for the October 7 attack, was found and killed by soldiers of the 828th Brigade after a long period of hiding.
Nuclear security: the fifth follow-up conference to the first Peace Summit was held in France
The head of the OP took part in a conference on nuclear safety. Yermak emphasized the need for demilitarization, de-occupation and de-escalation by Russia with regard to Ukraine's nuclear facilities.
The United States imposes sanctions on companies from Russia and China for the production of long-range drones
The United States imposed sanctions on three companies and one individual from Russia and China for the development and production of Harpy drones. These are the first US sanctions against Chinese companies that produce weapons in partnership with Russia.
Zelenskyy discusses Ukraine's future EU membership with the President and leaders of political groups in the European Parliament
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the President of the European Parliament and leaders of political groups. The parties discussed financial assistance, support for the Peace Formula and Ukraine's future membership in the EU.
Lukashenko demands participation of Belarus in talks on Ukraine
President of Belarus Lukashenko said that Minsk should be involved in peace talks on Ukraine. He considers the “Ukrainian crisis” to be a problem for Belarus and does not want the issue to be resolved without their participation.
There will be no postponement: the Ministry of Defense acknowledged the failure of the “Reserve+” application
The Reserve+ app crashed, showing users false deferrals until the end of mobilization. The Ministry of Defense assures that the data in the Oberig registry has not been changed and the problem has already been fixed.
Center for Countering Disinformation denies rumors about Ukraine's plans to restore nuclear weapons
Andriy Kovalenko, the head of the Center for Political Analysis, denied information about Ukraine's plans to restore its nuclear arsenal. He called such reports “fantasies of Western journalists” and fiction.
Postponement “until the end of mobilization”: the “Reserve+” application crashed
Social media users report a malfunction of the Reserve+ app. Many are unable to log in to the app, while others have received messages about a postponement until “mobilization is completed.” A message about technical problems appeared in the app.
Ukrenergo: No power cuts planned for Friday in Ukraine
NPC Ukrenergo reported that there are no plans to apply blackout schedules in Ukraine on October 18. The power company urged people to use powerful electrical appliances from 10:00 to 16:00, when solar power plants are most productive.
Ukraine is seriously considering the option of restoring nuclear weapons - BILD
Kyiv is seriously considering restoring its own nuclear weapons stockpile. Zelenskyy said that Ukraine's security could be ensured either by NATO membership or nuclear weapons.
Norway to hand over six F-16 fighters to Ukraine in the near future - Umerov
Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov met with his Norwegian counterpart Arild Gram. The parties discussed the transfer of F-16s, strengthening air defense, and Norway's ability to contribute to the financing of Ukrainian defense companies.