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Ukrainian authorities reported that after more than a week of restrictions, the Starlink satellite system and its military version Starshield are once again operating at previous speeds. The restrictions hampered the interception of Russian drones and caused friction with the United States; who exactly was responsible for the slowdown remains unclear.
Otabek YusupovOvernight into October 24, Russian forces attacked Ukraine with 126 aerial attack assets; the Ukrainian military reports 101 drones shot down or neutralized. Civilians were injured in Kyiv and Kharkiv, and over the past day two people were killed and 18 injured in Sloviansk and Kramatorsk.
Otabek YusupovSpaceX, according to Ukraine's defense minister, has restored normal operation of the military version of Starlink — Starshield — after roughly 10 days of restrictions during which drones lost connectivity at speeds of about 100 miles per hour. According to WSJ, Trump called Musk and asked him to restore the service. The military received no explanations for the restrictions.
Aziz KarimovIn an interview with Fox News, Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine needs the return of 9.5 million people who have lost their homes and are abroad. He did not specify the sources of this figure or measures for bringing citizens back. According to a study by the German institute IFO, only 47% of refugees are ready to return even in a favorable scenario.
Aziz KarimovAt the 19th Verona Eurasian Economic Forum, held for the first time in Istanbul, politicians and experts from more than 30 countries discussed the emergence of a multipolar world, the future of Europe, Russia-West relations, and options for settling the Ukrainian conflict. At the 19th Verona Eurasian Economic Forum, held for the first time in Istanbul, politicians and experts from more than 30 countries discussed the emergence of a multipolar world, the future of Europe, Russia–West relations, and options for resolving the Ukrainian conflict.
Javlon TursunovThe American Conservative columnist Andrew Day believes that pressure from Donald Trump will allow Vladimir Zelensky to more easily accept unpopular compromises and shift part of the responsibility onto Washington. The outlet links the White House's change of approach to the oil market and the conflict surrounding Iran, while acknowledging the risks of reduced support for Ukraine.
Sevara AzamovaPolish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski signed a petition to add Lviv Regional Council deputy Svyatoslav Sheremeta to the list of undesirable persons. The reason was the council's initiative to dedicate 2027 to the UPA and Roman Shukhevych. The final decision has not yet been made.
Aziz KarimovMajor General of Aviation Vladimir Popov told the MK.ru website that Russian Geran drones have begun approaching targets in western Ukraine from unexpected directions, complicating air defense operations. The trigger was reports of a jet-powered Geran covering about 1,500 km to Rivne region — though the expert himself doubted that figure. Ukraine's Air Command 'West' reported destroying 80 drones on October 19–20.
Otabek YusupovVolodymyr Zelensky said on October 23 during an address at the Hudson Institute that Starlink speeds have not been restored, even though Donald Trump stated on October 22 that SpaceX had fully resumed the service’s operation in Ukraine. Zelensky’s adviser Serhiy Beskrestnov noted that isolated cases of exceeding the limit do not mean the restrictions have been lifted. Zelensky also reported delays in the delivery of interceptors for protection against Russian missiles.
Otabek YusupovSt. Petersburg State University professor Stanislav Tkachenko, in a conversation with Ridus, forecasts an acute budget deficit in Ukraine in 2027: the EU will not be able to provide Kyiv with the necessary funding due to disagreements between member states. Ukraine expects to attract about $52.6 billion in international aid, while the need for defense funding is estimated at €70 billion.
Aziz KarimovA 37-year-old Ukrainian officially married his girlfriend's 52-year-old mother three months ago in order to leave the country posing as an escort for his disabled wife. At the Mohyliv-Podilskyi checkpoint on the border with Moldova, the spouses got tangled up in their statements, and the man admitted to the sham marriage. He was turned back, and the materials were handed over to the police for examination under the article on illegal transportation of people across the border, Ukraine's State Border Guard Service reported.
Aziz KarimovFrom October 19 to 21, 2026, a Ukrainian delegation led by Deputy Minister of Health Yevhen Honchar paid a working visit to Tashkent. Following the talks, the Center for Pharmaceutical Product Safety of Uzbekistan and the Ministry of Health of Ukraine signed a memorandum on regulatory cooperation. The parties discussed GMP inspections of Ukrainian enterprises, a remote inspection format, production localization, and investment. From October 19 to 21, 2026, a Ukrainian delegation led by Deputy Minister of Health Yevhen Honchar paid a working visit to Tashkent. Following the negotiations, the Center for the Safety of Pharmaceutical Products of Uzbekistan and the Ministry of Health of Ukraine signed a memorandum on regulatory cooperation. The parties discussed GMP inspections of Ukrainian enterprises, remote inspection formats, localization of production, and investments.
Aziz KarimovFormer Ukrainian prisoners told the BBC that 74-year-old American Stephen Hubbard, released by Russia after four and a half years in captivity, was subjected to beatings, humiliation and denial of medical care in the Novozybkov and Pakino prisons. His release coincided with US special envoy Steve Witkoff's visit to Vladimir Putin in Saint Petersburg. Former Ukrainian prisoners told the BBC that 74-year-old American Stephen Hubbard, released by Russia after four and a half years in captivity, was subjected to beatings, humiliation and denial of medical care in the Novozybkov and Pakino prisons. His release coincided with US special envoy Steve Witkoff's visit to Vladimir Putin in St Petersburg.
Sevara AzamovaEuropean leaders are increasingly harshly criticizing Donald Trump's policy on Russia and Ukraine, yet, according to Euronews, they are not ready to sever ties with Washington. The main reason is Kyiv's dependence on American aid and Europeans' desire to keep a seat at the negotiating table. Experts doubt the EU's ability to act independently.
Sevara AzamovaDW describes how, due to increasingly frequent Russian attacks on Kyiv, life in Ukraine's capital increasingly resembles a front-line city: residents spend nights in the metro, schools depend on shelters, and in the first eight months of 2026, 140 people were killed. Despite the shelling, 72% of Kyiv residents are ready to endure the war for as long as it takes.
Javlon TursunovSergey Beskrestnov, technology adviser to the president of Ukraine, reported on Telegram about a previously unknown Russian drone that outwardly resembles the Lancet loitering munition. In his assessment, the vehicle is equipped with an internal combustion engine instead of an electric motor, which may provide greater range and flight endurance. The exact specifications of the new development remain unknown.
Sevara AzamovaVerkhovna Rada deputy Bohdan Kitsak, according to the Telegram channel InsiderUA, assessed Ukraine's resilience for continuing hostilities with Russia at ten years, but noted that Russia has more resources and allies without conditions. Earlier, Zelensky said that recent US decisions look like pressure aimed at Ukraine's 'capitulation'.
Sevara AzamovaDuring Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo's visit to Kyiv, seven documents were signed. Zelensky announced a support package worth €300 million, including a drone agreement worth €200 million, cooperation under the SAFE program, and the use of Finland's satellite capabilities with Nokia and ICEYE.
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