Latvia to gift Ukraine 20 cars seized from drunk drivers
Latvia will send Ukraine an additional 20 vehicles confiscated from drunk drivers, local media reported on Oct. 31 citing the Latvian Ministry of Finance.
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Western and central Ukraine targeted by Russian drones
Russia unleashed a fresh barrage of drones targeting several regions in western and central Ukraine early on Nov. 1, local media reported. Air defense sirens sounded for hours in the Lviv, Ternopil, and Khmelnytskyi Oblasts as local officials instructed residents to seek shelter.
ISW: Russian officials concerned about losing grip on periphery regions
Russian leaders are increasingly worried about losing control over the country’s periphery regions following the Oct. 29 riots in the majority Muslim Republic of Dagestan, ISW reported in their daily assessment.
Study: Ukrainian language dominance is growing on social media
The Ukrainian language has taken a decisive lead over Russian on social media networks, a new study by the Content Analysis Center reveals.
Russian head of Alfa Group detained in France
Alexey Kuzmichev was widely considered one of the most influential oligarchs in Russia and added to the EU’s sanction list shortly after the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion in Feb. 2022.
US: Major Russian cyberattack compromised 632,000 Pentagon, DOJ email addresses
The report issued by the Office of Personnel Management says hackers used flaws in the file-transfer system MOVEit to gain access to wide-ranging sensitive information.
Foreign nationals in Gaza to be allowed passage into Egypt
Foreign passport holders trapped in Gaza will be allowed to cross into Egypt via the Rafah border starting on Oct. 16 at 9:00 a.m. local time, a Palestinian official told NBC News.
Ukrainian sappers find over 700,000 explosive devices
The Interior Ministry said that sappers have closely examined 152,000 hectares of territory and uncovered over 707,000 explosive objects.
Russia adds more missile carriers to Black Sea forces
Two new Russian naval frigates capable of launching up to 20 Kalibr cruise missiles are already on active combat duty in the Black Sea, according to the Ukrainian military.
Ukraine launches major train route connecting Lviv and Warsaw
A trip from Lviv to Warsaw takes about nine hours and the route is expected to operate daily carrying 500 passengers, according to Polish media.
Russian shelling in Donetsk Oblast kills 1, wounds another
A 58-year-old woman was killed in her yard when shells struck her home in the city of Avdiivka. On the same day, shelling in the village of Ocheretyne injured a 26-year-old man.
NATO to hold nuclear exercises as Russia plans to withdraw from test ban treaty
NATO will conduct a major exercise involving fighter jets capable of carrying nuclear warheads, though live bombs will not be involved in the drill, the alliance said on Oct. 12.
Zelensky: Ukraine prioritizing domestic arms production, digitalization
Ukraine is prioritizing domestic arms manufacturing and comprehensive digitalization efforts for weapons accounting, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on Oct. 12.
Survey: Emigration could threaten business in Ukraine
A survey conducted for the 2023 Kyiv International Economic Forum revealed that Ukrainian businesses are worried about the migration of people abroad, Liga news outlet reported.
European Investment Bank earmarks 30 million euros for Ukraine infrastructure
The European Investment Bank (EIB) is allocating an additional €30.7 million to Ukraine for infrastructure development projects covering municipal reconstruction and urban public transport, the lender announced Oct. 12.
ISW: Russia launching new offensive in Avdiivka
ISW analysts said the fresh offensive coincides with other local operations in Luhansk Oblast and the eastern part of Zaporizhzhia Oblast, all aimed at preventing the movement of Ukrainian forces to key regions on the front line.
Germany’s Rheinmetall to supply 150,000 shells to Ukraine
German arms manufacturer Rheinmetall announced that Berlin has ordered the production of 150,000 artillery shells for Ukraine, the company’s website published on Oct. 10.
Kyiv to cultivate homegrown drone industry
The Ukrainian government plans to support the country’s domestic military-industrial complex and drone manufacturing capabilities, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced on Oct. 10.
VOA: US to unveil new $200 million Ukraine aid package
Washington is expected to provide an additional $200 million in military aid for Ukraine. The package will include the AIM-9 Sidewinder air-to-air missile, artillery munitions for High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS), TOW anti-tank missiles, and 155mm and 105mm rounds.
Croatia to assist demining efforts in Ukraine
Ukraine and Croatia have signed a bilateral agreement on joint demining operations in the war-torn country, the Cabinet of Ministers announced Oct. 10.
Zelensky appoints new governor of Poltava Oblast
President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Philip Pronin as the new head of the Poltava Regional State Administration, according to a government decree issued on Oct. 10.
North Korea advancing weapons deal with Russia
North Korea is continuing arms negotiations with Russia and intends to strike a deal soon, U.S. State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller told reporters on Sept. 27.
Ukrainian players shine at League Cup matches
Three Ukrainian footballers had strong performances at the League Cup quarterfinals on Sept. 27 in the U.K., bringing further attention to the country’s sports potential, Channel 24 reports.
Trudeau apologizes for honoring Nazi veteran
"This was a mistake that has deeply embarrassed Parliament and Canada," said Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
CNN: House Republicans to reject Senate deal as US shutdown nears
The bill includes an additional $6.1 billion in funding for Ukraine, comprising $4.5 billion for defense equipment and $1.6 billion in fiscal budget support.
Zelensky teases new national security measures
“Ukraine will be stronger. Ukraine will have more capabilities to defend itself,” the president said.
Polish opposition leader calls for unwavering military aid to Ukraine
"The Polish state should not budge from its position, military support of Ukraine should not be questioned," said Donald Tusk, Poland's former prime minister.
Looming US shutdown threatens Ukraine aid
The potential U.S. federal government shutdown on Oct. 1 may complicate the delivery of aid packages to Ukraine, according to the State Department.
Russia continues attacks on Sumy Oblast, targeting 8 communities
Russian forces stepped up artillery strikes on Sumy Oblast on Sept. 25, targeting eight border communities, local authorities reported on Telegram.
Lviv mayor: Energy grid fortified, prepared for winter
Lviv’s energy infrastructure is better protected this year by air defenses and the city’s electricity and heating supplies are adequately stocked for winter, mayor Andriy Sadovy told local news outlet Zaxid.net.
New US sanctions hit Russian, Chinese companies over war involvement
The U.S. government imposed fresh sanctions on five Russian and 11 Chinese companies for their role in supplying drone technology components used in Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Reuters reported on Sept. 25.
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