Olena Mukhina

Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced updates to Russia’s nuclear doctrine, detailing new conditions for using nuclear weapons. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy responded, saying no one can predict Putin’s actions, but he believes the Russian leader fears the consequences of such escalation.

The Norwegian government is exploring the possibility of building a fence along its 200-kilometer border with Russia to strengthen national security.

Despite the intensified attacks, Ukrainian forces continue to resist the Russian offensive, while enemy units reinforce positions and strengthen defenses in other key areas.

The final proposal from the G7 nations is expected to come at a ministerial meeting on 25 October.

Despite the Pentagon's recommendation to provide Ukraine with white phosphorus artillery shells for use in creating smoke screens, the Biden administration has repeatedly declined, worried about the potential civilian impact and negative international perceptions, according to US officials. Meanwhile, Ukrainian leaders continue to accuse Russia of deploying the weapon against civilians.

Ukrainian intelligence reveals an expected rise in assaults by Russian troops in Zaporizhzhia Oblast.

Canada’s Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland has expressed optimism that the global initiative to finance Ukraine’s military efforts through frozen Russian assets will soon be implemented.

Following a drone attack on the Druzhba railway station that injured three workers, Ukrainian authorities have opened an investigation.

Nearly €170 million will be allocated for Ukraine’s energy infrastructure recovery.

The city, a key strategic location, has been under intense Russian offensives as Moscow seeks to advance further.

EU spokesperson Peter Stano emphasized that the updated Russian nuclear doctrine will not sway Europe’s resolve in standing with Ukraine against Moscow's aggression.

The Pentagon pledges to expedite the distribution of $60 billion in US aid to Ukraine, aiming to complete deliveries before President Biden’s term ends, according to Pentagon spokesperson Sabrina Singh.

Russian troops are being sent on suicidal missions with no chance of survival, while artillery fire deliberately targets their own forces to reveal Ukrainian positions.

The strike was conducted with the Shark drone of the 128th Separate Mountain Assault Brigade.