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Energy
No Let Up in Ukrainian Drone Strikes on Russian Oil Refineries
“Drone sanctions” – Ukraine’s latest catch-phrase for the actions it is taking using long-range UAV attacks that result in Russian fuel production cuts and hour-long queues at filling stations.
Oct. 24, 2025
Kherson
Russia Pounds Kharkiv and Kherson: Guided Bombs, Civilian Deaths, Dozens Injured
Russian forces struck Kharkiv with guided bombs and shelled Kherson, killing two civilians and injuring 19, including children, in one of the deadliest attacks of the week.
Updated: Oct. 24, 2025
Ukraine
London Summit: Starmer Pushes Allies for More Long-Range Missiles as Zelensky Arrives
With Trump imposing new oil sanctions, the Coalition of the Willing seeks to free up Russian assets, step up pressure on Moscow.
Oct. 24, 2025
Kyiv
Recruiting: A New Dimension of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Will It Help?
Ukraine is officially creating recruiting centers amid a decline in mobilization rates and a growing number of unauthorized absences from military units.
Oct. 24, 2025
Russia
‘Good Rockets Mean Good Candies’ – Kremlin Propagandist Says Russia’s Image Relies on Weapons
The head of Russia’s Channel One Konstantin Ernst said the country should build its global image on the strength of its defense industry.
Oct. 24, 2025
War in Ukraine
At Least Three Russian Paratroopers Eliminated in Stavropol – Ukrainian Intelligence
Soldiers and officers of this unit have been actively involved in combat operations against Ukraine since 2014.
Oct. 24, 2025
Ukraine
EU Leaders Commit to Addressing Ukraine’s Financial Needs for 2026-2027
Belgium’s PM, fearing a backlash from Moscow, had refused to back the proposal unless other member states agreed to share the legal and financial risk involved.
Oct. 24, 2025
Russia
Russian Drones Hit Kherson High-Rise, Disrupt Rail Traffic Across Regions
Russian drones hit a high-rise in Kherson and damaged railway lines in several regions, wounding civilians and disrupting transport, according to Ukrainian officials.
Updated: Oct. 24, 2025
Ukraine
Ukraine’s Central Bank Says It Won’t Rush Currency Devaluation Despite IMF Pressure
Ukraine’s central bank kept its key rate at 15.5%, despite the “sticky” inflation situation after energy strikes, and won’t rush to weaken the hryvnia or cut rates before early 2026.
Updated: Oct. 24, 2025
War in Ukraine
ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, October 23, 2025
War in Ukraine - Latest update, key takeaways and map from the Institute for the Study of War on October 23, 2025
Oct. 24, 2025
Ukraine
Moscow War Machine ‘Would Look Like Garbage’ Without China, US Experts Say
Atlantic Council experts warn Russia’s military capability is now wholly dependent on a ‘controversial alliance’ with Beijing, Tehran, and Pyongyang.
Oct. 24, 2025
US
‘Let’s See in 6 Months’ – Trump Challenges Putin’s Defiance Over Biting Sanctions
The US president appeared to disparage Putin’s dismissal of fresh sanctions against Russian oil, as key Senators demand total energy ban and long-range Tomahawk missiles for Ukraine.
Oct. 24, 2025
US
‘Slack in Global Oil Markets’ Made Trump’s Russia Sanctions Possible, Former Top Biden Aide Says
Speaking to Kyiv Post, Ambassador Michael Carpenter urged Western allies to aggressively pursue Moscow’s oil trade loopholes and shadow shipping fleet to escalate pressure beyond Rosneft and Lukoil.
Oct. 24, 2025
War in Ukraine
‘Gunshot Wound to the Jaw’ – Russians Execute Villagers in Donetsk
In a Bucha-like atrocity, Russian soldiers killed a family at home, but the mother, who was shot in the face and left for dead, walked to unoccupied Ukraine and told her story to police.
Oct. 24, 2025
Energy
Oil Prices Jump More Than 5% on Trump’s Russia Sanctions
Analysts at Capital Economics said the move “could be a big enough shock to flip the global oil market into a deficit next year,” although the impact depends on the effectiveness of enforcement.
Oct. 24, 2025
Europe
EU Postpones Decision on ‘Reparations Loan’ Backed by Frozen Russian Assets
Although the $140 billion plan has not been shelved, Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever said that he would do “everything in his power” to prevent it unless his concerns are addressed.
Oct. 23, 2025
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