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From 04:00 Moscow time on October 27, Russian forces ceased fire on the Kherson direction, while Ukraine introduced a local ceasefire from 03:00 Kyiv time. The agreement on Alyoshky was brokered with the mediation of US First Lady Melania Trump to deliver humanitarian aid and evacuate residents.
Aziz KarimovUkrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga condemned the International Weightlifting Federation's decision to award Moscow the 2030 World Weightlifting Championships and called on the IWF, IOC, and the sports community to work toward its cancellation. Moscow last hosted this tournament in 1983.
Otabek YusupovIn an interview with 1+1, Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine’s security guarantees cannot be determined by Russia, and urged partners not to rush into lifting sanctions against Moscow before the leaders’ meeting. Possible talks between Ukraine, Russia and the US are being discussed for November: the Kremlin is considering a date after November 4, and Abu Dhabi was previously named as the venue.
Otabek YusupovRodion Miroshnik, the Russian Foreign Ministry's ambassador-at-large, told Izvestia that European initiatives for resolving the Ukrainian conflict look like ultimatums rather than proposals for peace talks. In his assessment, most European countries are focused on financial support for Kyiv, which, in his view, contributes to the continuation of hostilities.
Aziz KarimovHead of the Ukrainian government Serhiy Koretsky said that smuggling through humanitarian aid schemes has reached billions in volume. Earlier, he estimated damage to businesses since the beginning of 2026 at $7.7 billion, while Daily Mail, citing Boris Johnson, wrote about a cigarette smuggling scheme depriving the budget of almost £200 million.
Otabek YusupovThe EU Council adopted eight decisions allocating about €4.9 billion ($5.4 billion) for Ukraine: €4.7 billion to partially reimburse member states for military assistance already delivered and €230 million for the EUMAM Ukraine mission. Total support under the facility has reached €10.8 billion.
Otabek YusupovOn October 23, Ukraine's cabinet set a booking quota for military-liable personnel at critically important defense-industry and fuel-and-energy enterprises — 95%. A temporary coordination center has been created, and ministries and regional administrations must revise criticality criteria within 10 days.
Aziz KarimovThe draft statement for the EU–Canada summit in Montreal on October 29–30 contains an unagreed provision on Ottawa joining the €90 billion loan program for 2026–2027. Canada has not yet given final consent, and the size of its contribution has not been determined.
Otabek YusupovAt the E5 defense ministers' meeting in Paris, Boris Pistorius said he sees no signs of Putin's readiness for a ceasefire and expects systematic strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure in winter. Chancellor Friedrich Merz earlier called Russian influence on German society his biggest concern.
Aziz KarimovUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Kyiv has been waiting for almost a month for US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to approve the delivery of interceptor missiles for Patriot and NASAMS systems. He instructed his team to raise the issue again in Washington. According to Zelensky, Russia fired 48 missiles, about 1,600 aerial bombs and nearly 2,300 drones at Ukraine over the past week.
Otabek YusupovItalian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto stated at a joint press conference after the meeting of the 'five' (E5) defense ministers in Paris that Italy's position on Ukraine 'cannot change.' He called what is happening in Ukraine dangerous for Europe's security and pledged to continue assistance 'to the best of our capabilities.'
Otabek YusupovAccording to Politico, the European Commission expects to agree on €45 billion in additional funding for Ukraine by the end of 2026. The most likely scenario is a loan guaranteed by the current EU budget; the issue is to be considered at the summit on November 26.
Aziz KarimovOn the night of October 26, 2026, a massive drone attack caused fires in Voronezh and the surrounding region. Governor Alexander Gusev reported 113 drones downed and three dead; Russia's Defense Ministry claimed 290 downed nationwide. Passengers on the Anapa–Moscow train were injured, and train services were suspended.
Otabek YusupovFrench Defense Minister Catherine Vautrin, following the meeting of the defense ministers of the 'Group of Five' (E5), emphasized the countries' unity and stated that support for Ukraine will not stop. The joint press conference was held by the defense ministers of Germany, Italy, Poland and the United Kingdom, as well as the EU's chief diplomat Kaja Kallas.
Aziz KarimovHungary, the Czech Republic and Slovakia are asking to be released from financial guarantees under the EU's new loan to Ukraine, drawing criticism from Germany. Bulgaria has joined them, although it previously took part in the €90 billion loan. The dispute is complicating negotiations on the EU's long-term budget.
Aziz KarimovA CNN investigation claims that Ukrainian drone specialists are supporting the Tuareg separatists of the FLA in northern Mali against the government in Bamako and its Russian allies. Kyiv has not officially confirmed involvement; Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso have already severed diplomatic relations with Ukraine, accusing it of supporting armed groups. A CNN investigation claims that Ukrainian drone specialists are supporting the Tuareg separatists of the FLA in northern Mali against the Bamako government and its Russian allies. Kyiv has not officially confirmed its involvement; Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso have already severed diplomatic relations with Ukraine, accusing it of supporting armed groups.
Otabek YusupovOn October 26, a citizen of Ukraine crossed the border with Moldova on a motorized paraglider along the Chernivtsi — Larga route. Moldovan border guards, having received a warning from their Ukrainian colleagues, found the man approximately two kilometers from the demarcation line. During the check, he requested asylum. The investigation is ongoing, and no decision has yet been made on his request.
Aziz KarimovThe defence ministers of France, Germany, Italy, Poland and the United Kingdom (E5) met in Paris on 26 October and, in a joint statement, are expected to name Russia the most acute and long-term threat to the security of the continent. The statement also records Europe's greater responsibility for its own security and continued support for Ukraine.
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