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kyivpost.com | 55 min. ago NEW

No Energy Ceasefire With Russia, but Oleshky Truce Brings Hope, Zelensky Says

President Volodymyr Zelensky said the proposed energy ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia never took effect because Moscow continued striking Ukrainian energy infrastructure. However, he welcomed initial progress under a separate US-brokered humanitarian truce in Russian-occupied Oleshky, saying even a few days without major attacks could help civilians and evacuation efforts.

He also discussed upcoming trilateral peace talks in Abu Dhabi and the possibility of negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

kyivpost.com | 55 min. ago NEW

Russia Uses North Korean Forced Labor to Sustain War Against Ukraine, Investigation Finds

A new investigation by The Hague-based Global Rights Compliance (GRC) has exposed a Russian recruitment network that places North Korean workers in factories supporting Moscow’s war against Ukraine, circumventing UN sanctions through student visas. Investigators documented coercive working conditions, the involvement of North Korean officials and the diversion of workers’ earnings to Pyongyang.

The findings reveal how Russia’s war economy and North Korea’s weapons financing have become increasingly intertwined.

aljazeera.com | 56 min. ago NEW

Russia’s alleged sabotage campaign in Europe raises fears of escalation

From drone incursions to an alleged campaign of assassinations, Russia is feared to be pressing a shadow war.

aljazeera.com | 1 hrs. 32 min. ago

Russia says more than 600 drones launched towards Moscow overnight

The attack is the latest in a series of major drone assaults targeting the Moscow region.

kyivindependent.com | 1 hrs. 57 min. ago

Russia restarts grain shipments through Sea of Azov, media reports

Kyiv's military campaign resulted in over 100 Russian vessels being hit in the Azov sea during the summer — negatively impacting Russia's economy and contributing to an increase in global grain prices.

nytimes.com | 2 hrs. 55 min. ago

A Ukrainian City in the Kill Zone Relishes a Moment of Peace

A rare localized peace deal announced by the first lady, Melania Trump, offered a brief respite for Kherson, where Russian drones and artillery have long terrorized civilians.

kyivpost.com | 2 hrs. 55 min. ago

Dutch PM Says Europe Won’t Return to Russian Gas Amid US Peace Talks

Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten rejected proposals to restore Russian gas supplies to Europe as part of a potential Ukraine peace settlement, calling the idea “very stupid.” His remarks followed reports that US negotiators were exploring economic deals with Moscow, including renewed energy cooperation. Jetten urged Washington and European governments to tighten sanctions rather than offer Russia economic concessions.

kyivpost.com | 4 hrs. 18 min. ago

Putin Calls Musk a ‘Genius,’ Claims Close Cooperation as Ukraine Faces Starlink Disruptions

Russian President Vladimir Putin praised Elon Musk as a “genius” on Wednesday, Oct. 28, and said Moscow maintains close contact with the American billionaire as Russia develops its own satellite internet network. His remarks come days after Ukraine reported disruptions to Starlink and Starshield services critical to its military operations.

kyivpost.com | 4 hrs. 18 min. 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.

kyivpost.com | 4 hrs. 30 min. ago

Moscow Hit by Massive Drone Attack as Airports Restrict Flights

Moscow and its surrounding region came under a large-scale drone attack overnight on Oct. 28-29, with Russian officials claiming to have intercepted at least 74 drones approaching the capital. The attack disrupted operations at three Moscow-area airports, forced two flights from Turkey to turn back and prompted reports of explosions near Naro-Fominsk.

dailymail.com | 5 hrs. 6 min. ago

Peace talks between Russia and Ukraine 'will take place in coming days', Zelensky says

A US team is expected to lead the summit in Abu Dhabi, in what would be the first face-to-face negotiations since the American president lifted sanctions on Moscow.

rferl.org | 5 hrs. 29 min. ago

Oleshky Truce Enters Third Day as Humanitarian Hopes Collide With Russia Deportation Fears

A fragile cease-fire around Russian-occupied Oleshky entered its third day on October 29, offering hope to thousands of civilians facing severe shortages and perilous escape routes, amid fears that Russia could use the pause to forcibly transfer residents to Russia or occupied Crimea.

kyivindependent.com | 6 hrs. 20 min. ago

'There cannot be business as usual with Russia' — Dutch minister urges Europe to step up for Ukraine

Ukraine is about to enter another harsh winter as Russian attacks continue crippling critical infrastructure, even before the coldest days set in.In an attempt to relieve Kyiv, the Dutch government on Oct. 28 outlined a package of non-military aid worth 1.2 billion euros ($1.3 billion), to be

rferl.org | 6 hrs. 43 min. ago

'Life On Every Street': Ukrainians In Kherson Welcome Cease-Fire In Nearby Oleshky

A US-brokered cease-fire went into effect on October 27 to let aid arrive in the Russian-occupied suburb of Oleshky and allow civilians to leave. On the opposite side of the Dnieper River, in the Ukrainian-held city of Kherson, locals said the pause in fighting produced a rare sense of normalcy.

kyivindependent.com | 6 hrs. 57 min. ago

Canadian volunteer killed by Russian drone while rescuing animals in Donetsk Oblast

Jesse Adams, founder of the Canadian organization RainCoast Dog Rescue Society, was killed by a Russian FPV drone while evacuating animals from front-line Kramatorsk.

euromaidanpress.com | 6 hrs. 57 min. ago

A Russian disinformation campaign cloned Euromaidan Press to blame Ukraine for Russia’s own strike on Kramatorsk (we took the fake down)

Researchers tie the fake to Storm-1516, a Russian influence operation that has overtaken RT and Sputnik by cloning trusted news brands to publish fabricated stories under their names.

kyivpost.com | 7 hrs. 34 min. ago

Demining Begins on Oleshky Aid Routes as Truce Holds

Ukraine’s human rights commissioner, Dmytro Lubinets, said on Wednesday, Oct. 28 that demining of routes into Russian-occupied Oleshky is underway. The move marks a significant step in the mission, allowing aid deliveries and civilian evacuations to proceed. Earlier in the day, Lubinets confirmed that the first 30 hours of the humanitarian ceasefire passed without incident.

The truce, set to last until Nov. 1, was brokered through the mediation of US First Lady Melania Trump, after earlier calls by Pope Leo XIV to Russian and Ukrainian presidents.

euromaidanpress.com | 8 hrs. 13 min. ago

Russian “Susanin” drone component may push Ukraine into nighttime blackouts. Roads and highways would go dark first, presidential adviser says

Ukraine may have to rethink its wartime blackouts if Russia begins mass use of drones and missiles carrying the “Susanin” optical-navigation module.

kyivindependent.com | 8 hrs. 25 min. ago

Ukraine's military reveals what Russia's war has cost Moscow — in dollars, arms, and lives

With the money spent on the war, Russia could have built 1,000 new schools and 200 hospitals, and granted 1 million rubles to every child born since the start of the full-scale invasion.

euromaidanpress.com | 8 hrs. 25 min. ago

Russia is building Starlink no foreign company can switch off. Ukraine names 49 firms behind it, and 23 face no sanctions from Kyiv’s allies at all

One of them is Roscosmos, which puts the satellites in orbit.

kyivpost.com | 9 hrs. 40 min. ago

Ukraine, Russia Reportedly Agree on Monthly Kherson Aid

Ukraine and Russia have reportedly agreed to organize humanitarian aid deliveries and repatriation efforts in Kherson region communities after the Oleshky mission, Fox News reported. Operations would take place as needed, but at least monthly, reportedly with Melania Trump’s assistance and coordination. The report comes as Ukraine’s ombudsman says the current ceasefire has held without incidents.

euromaidanpress.com | 9 hrs. 42 min. ago

“I really don’t want this to be Yalta 2, 3, 4”: Zelenskyy fears Trump-Xi-Putin meeting could redivide world, with Ukraine on agenda

Great powers may sit down to redraw the world’s spheres of influence again.

euromaidanpress.com | 9 hrs. 54 min. ago

Ukraine may already be pushing Operation Vivaldi across the Zherebets River. It’s a risky gamble

Two mappers put Ukrainian troops on the river’s eastern bank this week, including at Terny, where Russia crossed in 2024 and kept pushing until Vivaldi drove it back.

kyivpost.com | 10 hrs. 18 min. ago

Russian Missile Strikes Chernihiv Animal Clinic, Wounds 3 Women, Kills Dog

Russian forces struck Chernihiv municipal veterinary and animal sterilization center on Wednesday, Oct. 28, killing one dog and wounding several other animals. Three women were also injured in the Banderol missile attack, prompting the National Police to open a war crimes case. On that same day, Russian drones also struck an administrative building and civilian vehicles in the region’s town of Semenivka.

theguardian.com | 10 hrs. 30 min. ago

Putin hails Elon Musk’s ‘genius’ amid plans for Russian version of Starlink

Russia plans to build own version of US billionaire’s satellite communications to help attack UkraineVladimir Putin praised Elon Musk’s genius and said he was in touch with Starlink’s controlling shareholder as Russia develops its own satellite communications for its military to use against Ukraine.The Russian president, speaking at a summit with African leaders in Moscow, was comparing the Earth-orbiting network built by Musk’s SpaceX with Russia’s gradual efforts to build its own Rassvet constellation.

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aljazeera.com | 11 hrs. 10 min. ago

Putin: Russia is African continent’s best partner, not ‘colonial’ West

Russian President Vladimir Putin told the leaders of dozens of African nations that Moscow was their best partner.

kyivindependent.com | 11 hrs. 38 min. ago

Ex-Unmanned Systems Forces commander Sukharevskyi to lead Ukraine's Marines, media reports

Sukharevskyi will replace Major General Dmytro Deliatytskyi in the job, sources confirmed independently to Ukrainska Pravda and Interfax-Ukraine.

kyivpost.com | 11 hrs. 50 min. ago

Zelensky Says Ukraine-Russia-US Peace Talks Could Take Place on Nov. 10

President Zelensky said trilateral peace talks involving Ukraine, the US and Russia could take place on Nov. 10 in Abu Dhabi. Kyiv had sought an earlier meeting, but Zelensky said he decided to wait until voting in the US concluded.

aljazeera.com | 11 hrs. 51 min. ago

Putin tells African leaders Moscow will not pursue ‘neo-colonialism’

Speaking at the third Russia-Africa Summit, Putin frames Moscow as an alternative to former colonial powers.

kyivindependent.com | 11 hrs. 52 min. ago

Exclusive: Putin 'wanted very much' for Melania Trump to broker Oleshky ceasefire, first lady adviser says

Concerns have been raised about Russia's true motives in agreeing to the ceasefire, as well as its agreement to allowing Trump to mediate it.

kyivindependent.com | 12 hrs. 18 min. ago

Netherlands announces 500 million euro military aid package for Ukraine

The announcement comes on the back of a Dutch ministerial visit to Kyiv, where 1.2 billion euros in non-military aid was pledged.

kyivindependent.com | 12 hrs. 31 min. ago

80% of Ukrainians back strikes on Russian refineries even if US cuts support, poll shows

Some 80% of respondents back the continued strikes, even if Washington restricts intelligence sharing or Starlink operations. Only 11% said Ukraine should pause the attacks, despite Russia's ongoing attacks on the Ukrainian energy grid, according to the survey.

euromaidanpress.com | 12 hrs. 45 min. ago

Nearly 5,000 tons of nitric acid for Russia’s military-industrial complex. Why did Azot plant become strategic target?

A military observer explains why Ukraine keeps striking Russia’s Azot plant.

rferl.org | 12 hrs. 56 min. ago

Locals Brace For Rough Winter As Russia Bombards Ukraine's Bilozerske

Russian bombs and artillery have devastated the city of Bilozerske in Ukraine's Donetsk region. With the city in ruins and colder temperatures approaching, remaining residents are bracing for a rough winter.

aljazeera.com | 14 hrs. 2 min. ago

Ethiopia receives 12 Russian Su-35 jets, plans S-400 acquisition

PM Abiy Ahmed makes announcement during a Moscow summit as Ethiopia battles armed groups in Tigray and Amhara.

euromaidanpress.com | 14 hrs. 3 min. ago

Ukraine wants its Abu Dhabi talks with Russia before a proposed Trump-Putin-Xi summit

Tusk pointed to a first Abu Dhabi round after 4 November. Kyiv says the meeting now depends on Washington.

aljazeera.com | 14 hrs. 28 min. ago

Kremlin says European countries not included in next Ukraine talks

The comment comes as UK and Netherlands pledge extra military support for Kyiv.

kyivpost.com | 14 hrs. 53 min. ago

US, Russia Discuss Oil Deals in Ukraine Peace Talks – FT

Washington and Moscow are discussing a possible return of American oil companies to Russia as part of negotiations over Ukraine. Proposed projects include Sakhalin production and Russian oil exports through the Druzhba pipeline, but no final decisions have been made. The discussions follow confirmed talks over Lukoil’s foreign assets and Ukrainian warnings about expanding US-Russian economic ties.

kyivindependent.com | 14 hrs. 55 min. ago

Zelensky expects trilateral peace talks in Abu Dhabi by Nov. 10, but no firm date set

"We need to have this meeting till the end of (next) month, I hope... between Nov. 6 and 10," Zelensky said at a press conference with Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten.

kyivpost.com | 15 hrs. 21 min. ago

Ukraine May Return to Light Masking Over Russian Drones

Ukraine may need to reintroduce light restrictions if Russia begins mass nighttime use of the Susanin optical navigation module on drones and missiles. Presidential adviser Serhii “Flash” Beskrestnov wrote on Telegram that the measures would mainly affect road and highway lighting. He compared the situation with 2022, when such restrictions were introduced, in his words, out of fear and misunderstanding.