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War in Ukraine
ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, October 29, 2025
War in Ukraine - Latest update, key takeaways and map from the Institute for the Study of War on October 29, 2025
Oct. 30, 2025
Human Rights
‘It’s Time for Them to Go Home’ – Fears of Second Occupation in Kupyansk
As in most places they seized, Moscow’s forces hunted and then tortured dozens of civilians suspected of supporting Kyiv, according to testimonies collected by rights groups.
Oct. 30, 2025
Ukraine
Trump–Xi Summit: High-Stakes Meeting Kicks Off Amid Trade Truce Hopes and Global Tensions
Busan summit opens with cautious smiles and an understanding that fentanyl and rare earth disputes demand cooperation, not confrontation.
Oct. 30, 2025
US
Trump Orders Pentagon to ‘Immediately’ Begin Nuclear Weapons Testing, Analysts Warn of Arms Race
US President tells Pentagon to begin tests “on an equal basis” with rivals, shattering three-decade American moratorium and drawing condemnation from nonproliferation experts.
Oct. 30, 2025
Ukraine
‘Terrible Mistake’ – Former US Envoy Slams Troop Cut in Romania, Warns of Russian Exploitation
In an interview with Kyiv Post, Mark Gitenstein, former US Ambassador to Romania, warns withdrawal will be seen as “sign of weakness” in Moscow, chilling allies across central and eastern Europe.
Oct. 30, 2025
Energy
Former Ukrenergo Chief Accused of Fraud to Remain in Pre-Trial Detention Until Christmas, Court Rules
Volodymyr Kudrytsky’s bail was set at over 13 million hryvnia, marking a victory for the State Bureau of Investigation. However, the decision sparked accusations that his prosecution may be political.
Oct. 29, 2025
Europe
Dutch Exit Poll: D66 Liberals Projected to Win Narrowly Over Wilders’ PVV
According to exit polls, the pro-Ukrainian social liberals of D66 scored a surprise victory, edging out the populist right-wing Party for Freedom (PVV).
Oct. 29, 2025
France
‘The Shadow of Russia Hangs Over This Courtroom’ – Trial of Bulgarian Nationals in Kremlin-Linked Desecration of WW2 Memorial Begins
One of the defendants’ lawyers described them as “mere hands” serving the interests of the Kremlin.
Oct. 29, 2025
Putin
Kremlin ‘Confident’ Trump-Putin Summit Will Still Happen
Earlier this month, Donald Trump claimed to have cancelled a planned summit with Vladimir Putin in Budapest. Russia’s Deputy FM said on Wednesday that their meeting will still go ahead.
Oct. 29, 2025
Russia
Trump-Xi Talks Could Shift Course of Ukraine War, But Quick Breakthrough Unlikely – Kyiv
Ukraine’s advisor to the head of the Presidential Office told Kyiv Post that Russia relies on China for its war – and the US has the ability to pressure Moscow through Beijing.
Oct. 29, 2025
Belarus
Lithuania Extends Belarus Border Closure Until End of November Over Balloon Threat
Lithuania media reported on Wedesday that the Salcininkai-Benyakoni border crossing will remain closed, while passage via the Medininkai-Kamenny Log checkpoint is “restricted.”
Oct. 29, 2025
War in Ukraine
Russia’s Expanding Chemical War Against Ukraine
Russia escalates chemical attacks in Ukraine – from pipeline sabotage to drone-dispersed toxins. Over 9,000 incidents documented, yet global response remains weak.
Oct. 29, 2025
NATO
Belgian Minister Says NATO Would ‘Flatten Moscow,’ Kremlin Rages
Belgium’s Defense Minister warned that any Russian missile strike on Brussels would bring a devastating NATO response – prompting a furious statement from Moscow.
Oct. 29, 2025
Ukraine
Polish Energy Company Unimot Enters Ukraine’s Renewable Market
Polish Unimot partners with Ukraine’s ISO and EDS Engineering to build solar plants, EV charging networks, and rebuild energy infrastructure.
Oct. 29, 2025
Putin
Putin Says Russia Tested New Poseidon Nuclear-Powered Torpedo
The weapon was one of the “super weapons” boasted by Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin, whose announcement coincided with recent testing of another strategic nuclear weapon.
Oct. 29, 2025
SBU
Kyiv Nabs Foreign Trainer Turned Alleged FSB Spy
Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) said the man came to the country to train mobilized troops, but later tried to cash in by working with Russian intelligence.
Oct. 29, 2025
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