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kyivindependent.com | 6 hrs. 59 min. ago

Kremlin-seized German company Metro AG transfers 1 billion rubles to Russian military without approval

Metro AG responded, saying it did not approve the donations. On Sept. 28, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree placing the Russian subsidiary of Metro AG under the Kremlin's control.

kyivpost.com | 7 hrs. 36 min. ago

1 Killed, 11 Injured as Russia Strikes Dnipropetrovsk Region Nearly 70 Times

Russian forces struck four districts of the Dnipropetrovsk region nearly 70 times on Friday, Oct. 23, killing one person and wounding 11. According to the head of the Dnipropetrovsk Regional Military Administration Oleksandr Hanzha, Dnipro faced the brunt of the attack, with a private house destroyed and a body recovered from the rubble.

theguardian.com | 9 hrs. 4 min. ago

Russia and Ukraine agree to local ceasefire in Oleshky amid deepening humanitarian crisis

People in Russian-occupied city facing severe shortages of food, water and electricity, with some reportedly surviving on weedsThe White House has said that Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a ceasefire in the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky, where a deepening humanitarian crisis has left thousands of civilians struggling to survive.In a statement on Friday, the White House said both sides had agreed to halt all military operations in the city from 27 October to allow humanitarian aid deliveries and preparations for the evacuation of civilians.

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euromaidanpress.com | 11 hrs. 16 min. ago

Russia may stage sabotage in Eastern Europe, but wants Kyiv blamed, Ukraine’s Intelligence warns

The agency says Moscow aims to weaken European support for Kyiv by making Russian attacks appear to be the work of Ukraine’s military.

euromaidanpress.com | 14 hrs. 10 min. ago

Ukraine frees 270 from Russian captivity in “historic” prisoner swap, including 5 Olenivka survivors and American teacher Stephen Hubbard

The latest exchange returned 261 military personnel and nine civilians. Some had been held since 2018, while many others were captured during the defense of Mariupol in 2022.

kyivpost.com | 16 hrs. 24 min. ago

Ukraine Returns 270 in New POW Exchange

Ukraine has brought home 270 people in a prisoner exchange with Russia, including military personnel and nine civilians. Five of those released were previously believed to have died in the July 2022 attack on the Olenivka prison, Zelensky said.

armyinform.com.ua | 20 hrs. 10 min. ago

1,830 military personnel, hundreds of vehicles, and artillery: Russian army losses over the past day

This was reported on October 23 by the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Thus, the total combat...

kyivpost.com | 23 hrs. 42 min. ago

‘Not Another Budapest Memorandum’ – Kyiv Seeks US Security Guarantees Backed by Congress

President Volodymyr Zelensky says Ukraine is negotiating Article 5-style security guarantees with Washington that would require US congressional approval. Rejecting a repeat of the failed Budapest Memorandum, he calls for a comprehensive defense framework combining American commitments, NATO membership, European support and a strong Ukrainian military.

kyivpost.com | 1 days ago

‘Starshield Still Limited’ – Zelensky Says Ukraine Cannot Fully Intercept Russian Drones Despite Restoration Claims

President Volodymyr Zelensky tells CNN that Ukraine’s Starshield military communications remain restricted despite reports of restored service, limiting its ability to intercept Russian drones. He confirms US missile-warning intelligence has resumed, urges more Patriot interceptors and opposes easing sanctions on Moscow.

kyivpost.com | 1 days ago

Ukraine War News Today - Top Stories and Breaking Updates from Kyiv Post

Stay informed with the most important Ukraine breaking news today. This page compiles the top headlines and critical updates from across Ukraine, offering a real-time snapshot of key developments. Whether it’s military updates, political changes, or international reactions — we bring you the latest Ukraine news as it happens.

All reports are carefully curated from verified sources and KyivPost correspondents on the ground.

rferl.org | 1 days ago

US Accuses Russia Of 'Deliberately Reckless' Move With Military Satellite Flyby

US officials publicly accused Russia of threatening a Finnish-operated commercial satellite that provides imagery and intelligence to Ukraine and other nations, calling the move “deliberately reckless.”

ft.com | 1 days ago

Germany’s Merz warns of ‘intense’ Russian espionage after arrest

German authorities detain Ukrainian national suspected of passing on intelligence about military sites and arms manufacturers to the Kremlin

aljazeera.com | 1 days ago

Germany arrests Ukrainian man accused of spying for Russia

Military has raised the threat level of ​Russian sabotage against German troops and facilities.

kyivindependent.com | 1 days ago

Ukrainian partisans claim sabotage of military communications near major Moscow data center

"We are disabling the enemy's channels, disrupting command and control, and helping UAVs reach their targets," Atesh said.

kyivpost.com | 1 days ago

630 Drones Toward Moscow, Russian Military Repair Plant Reportedly Hit

Moscow Mayor claimed 630 drones had been heading toward Moscow since Oct. 21, while footage analyzed by Astra suggests a strike hit the 75th Arsenal military repair plant in Serpukhov. Russian officials also reported drone attacks and damage across several other regions.

kyivindependent.com | 1 days ago

Inside Ukraine's secret counteroffensive in heavily fortified Donbas

Editor's note: Most of the Ukrainian soldiers and commanders interviewed are identified by their callsigns, in accordance with military protocols.KHARKIV OBLAST — Ukrainian soldier Oleksandr had already narrowly survived crossing a mine-strewn field and a river in the crosshairs of Russian artillery when the swarm of first-person-view