Many American components found in Russian ballistic and cruise missiles – Vlasiuk. PHOTO
Russia’s defence industry continues to use a substantial number of American microchips in the production of ballistic and cruise missiles. An attempt to replace them with Russian-made components proved unsuccessful. 1 52220 Components for Russian weapons Supply of foreign components for Russian military intustry
Mercenary from Botswana recruited by Russia via WhatsApp killed in Luhansk region – DIU. PHOTO
Ukrainian intelligence officers have identified a Botswanan national who fought on Russia’s side and was killed near Novoliubivka in the Luhansk region. The man was recruited through WhatsApp and sent to occupied Ukrainian territory after a brief period of training. 1 1534 African mercenaries of Russian army foreign mercenaries in russian army
Russians strike five-storey building in Izium with guided aerial bombs: 12 injured, people may be trapped under rubble (updated)
Today, 29 October, Russian occupiers struck a five-storey building in Izium in the Kharkiv region with a guided aerial bomb, leaving people injured. 6922 Shelling of Kharkiv region Strike on Izium
"Game of Thrones" actor Nikolaj Coster-Waldau arrives in Kyiv: spends night in metro shelter. VIDEO&PHOTOS
Danish actor Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, known for playing Jaime Lannister in the American TV series "Game of Thrones", visited Kyiv and went down into the capital’s metro on 28 October to spend the night. 3 75235 Actor Nikolaj Coster-Waldau in Kyiv
Aftermath of Russian strikes on Zaporizhzhia: occupiers attack with missiles and FPV drones, 14 reported injured, including teenager. PHOTOS
Russian forces have been attacking Zaporizhzhia continuously throughout the day. Since 8:00 a.m., the Russian army has launched two missile strikes on the city, while FPV drone attacks continue. 7608 Shelling of Zaporizhzhia
"Molniya-13" mothership drone, "Molniya-2" and relay copter down: Ukrainian National Guard operators shoot down rare Russian drones. VIDEO
Operators from Black Flag Group, part of the Wings of Omega Separate Special-Purpose Unmanned Systems Detachment, destroyed three rare Russian drones over the Donetsk region. 8421 Destruction of Russian drones
Sea drones attack container ship off Bulgaria: vessel sinks, four Ukrainians were on board. VIDEO
In the Black Sea off the Bulgarian coast, sea drones attacked the Liberian-flagged container ship CONTSHIP JET. The vessel sank, but all 18 crew members, including four Ukrainians, were rescued. 3 47810 Russian attacks on civilian ships
"UZ" on strike on Dnipro railway station: passengers were warned in advance, safety protocols will be reviewed
Ukrzaliznytsia said an evacuation was announced for passengers on a Zaporizhzhia-bound commuter train more than 10 minutes before the Russian strike on the railway station in Dnipro. Safety protocols will be reviewed following the attack, which killed 14 people. 1 99116 Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities Attack on Dnipro
30 October declared day of mourning in Chernihiv for those killed in Russian strikes
In Chernihiv, 30 October has been declared a day of mourning for city residents killed in Russian strikes between 21 and 29 October. 7014 Mourning in Chernihiv region
Russian takes hit from Ukrainian drone and burns among weeds. VIDEO
A video posted online shows a Ukrainian kamikaze drone attacking a Russian occupier who was trying to hide among weeds. 5 65211 Elimination of Russian occupying forces
African mercenary in Russian army walks naked across battlefield with "Please help me" sign. VIDEO
A video posted online shows a man believed to be an African mercenary in the Russian army walking naked across the battlefield and asking for help. 9 27736 African mercenaries of Russian army
More than 25,000 customers left without power in Dnipro and region following Russian attack
A Russian attack on the Dnipro area left more than 25,000 customers without power in Dnipro and the surrounding area. 4570 Attacks on the energy sector Shelling of the Dnipropetrovsk region
Russia attacks trolleybus in Zaporizhzhia: three injured, including one woman in serious condition. VIDEO
Today, 29 October, Russian forces struck a municipal trolleybus in Zaporizhzhia, leaving people injured. 1 1046 Shelling of Zaporizhzhia Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia
Father beside body of his dead 15-year-old daughter after Russian terrorists’ strike on Chernihiv. VIDEO
Two 15-year-old girls were killed in a Russian strike on Chernihiv. Harrowing footage shared online shows a father beside the body of his dead daughter. 9 13149 War crimes of Russia
Russia launches missile strike on Lozova: 6 injured
Russian occupation forces launched a missile strike on the city of Lozova in the Kharkiv region. 6782 Shelling of Kharkiv region
Russian strike on Dnipro railway station: air defences down 3 of 4 jet-powered attack drones, one hits platform
During a Russian attack on the Dnipropetrovsk region, air defence forces destroyed three of four Russian jet-powered attack drones. 2 15719 Attack on Dnipro
Court refuses to close proceedings regarding Nord Stream explosions, despite lack of evidence against Kuznetsov, - lawyer
The Higher Regional Court in Hamburg, Germany, has denied a motion to dismiss the case against Ukrainian soldier Serhiy Kuznetsov, who is suspected of sabotaging the "Nord Stream" pipelines; therefore, the trial on the merits of the case continues. 9793 Blasts on Nord Stream pipelines
Automated Ukrainian turrets have shot down dozens of Russian drones over Kyiv in month: over 60 targets destroyed in total. VIDEO
Ukrainian automated turrets have destroyed dozens of Russian drones over Kyiv in the last month alone. In total, as part of the ‘Private Air Defence’ project , such systems have already engaged more than 60 aerial targets. 3 0707 Private air defense
Truck queues have grown on Moldova–Romania border due to increase in exports from Ukraine
At border crossings between Moldova and Romania, there has been a significant increase in the flow of freight traffic heading to the European Union. Among the reasons are the rise in the transit of Ukrainian goods, seasonal grain exports, and changes in trade routes due to the war. 4054 Passenger traffic at the border with the EU
Enemy FPV drone attacked minibus in Zaporizhzhia: one person injured. PHOTO
Today, 29 October, Russian occupiers struck a minibus in the centre of Zaporizhzhia. 8652 Shelling of Zaporizhzhia
Since beginning of full-scale war, 69 victims of political repression have died in Russia, including Ukrainians
Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, at least 69 people, including six women, have died as a result of political repression in the Russian Federation. The victims include Ukrainian prisoners of war, residents of the occupied territories, and Russian opposition figures. 2580 Russian repressions for supporting Ukraine
Explosions rocked Kremenchuk: three killed, 15 injured, including three children (updated). VIDEO&PHOTOS
Explosions were heard in Kremenchuk during the day. The city was likely attacked by the ‘Banderoli’. 3 8139 Russian attack on Poltava region
Former judge Tandir, who fatally ran over National Guard soldier, was sentenced to nine years in prison
Former judge Oleksiy Tandyr, who caused a fatal road traffic accident in which a National Guard soldier was killed, has been sentenced to nine years’ imprisonment. 3 27217 Oleksii Tandyr case
Vasyl Kostyuk Foundation joins forces with youth organization once led by Andriy Parubiy
The Vasyl Kostyuk Charitable Foundation has begun working with the Spadshchyna Organization of Ukrainian Youth one of the oldest patriotic organizations for young people in Lviv. One of its founders and its first president was Andriy Parubiy. 150 Company News
Russians struck poultry farm in Kyiv region: 16,000 birds were inside burning building. PHOTO
Russian troops attacked a poultry farm in the Boryspil district of the Kyiv region. The strike caused a fire to break out in the building, where around 16,000 birds were being kept. 2 0474 Animals in combat zone Shelling of the Kyiv region
First moments after Russian "Shahed" strike on Dnipro railway station. VIDEO
A video has been published online showing the first moments following the occupiers’ attack on Dnipro railway station. 11 84346 War crimes of Russia
Aftermath of attack on railway station in Dnipro: platform where electric train and regular train were standing was hit. PHOTOS
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has revealed the consequences of the Russian strike on the railway station in Dnipro, which left at least 13 people dead. 5 28513 Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities Attack on Dnipro
One person killed and three wounded in Russian strike on Bilenke in Zaporizhzhia region
Today, October 29, Russian troops launched an attack on the Zaporizhzhia region, resulting in one fatality. 3602 Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region
"Shahed" infrastructure, radar stations, and other facilities hit in Russia’s Bryansk region – General Staff
Ukrainian defenders struck three infrastructure targets belonging to Russian strike UAVs in the Bryansk region of the Russian Federation. 4961 Striking Russia
Russia kills two 15-year-old girls in strike on central Chernihiv: others injured, including children (updated). VIDEO&PHOTOS
Russian occupation forces attacked Chernihiv with a drone. 5 65114 UAV attack on Chernihiv
"Whilst we are distancing ourselves from our allies, White House is bowing down to Putin," Obama criticised Trump’s stance. VIDEO
Former US President Barack Obama has criticised the White House’s current policy on the war in Ukraine and relations with international partners. 3 53956 Ukraine-US relations
New record by Defense Forces: enemy’s total losses in October reached 49,040 personnel — General Staff
As of October 29, 2026, the Russian army’s combat casualties among its personnel for the month totaled 49,040. This is the highest monthly figure since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. 1 3487 Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Ruscists strike railway station in Dnipro: 14 killed, others injured. PHOTOS (updated)
Russian occupiers attacked an electric train in Dnipro, killing 13 people. 12 95264 Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities Attack on Dnipro
Next "Ramstein" meeting will take place on November 17
The 37th meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group in the "Ramstein" format is scheduled for November 17, 2026. The meeting will take place at NATO headquarters. 3340 Ramstein meeting
Attacks on Moscow indicate that "special military operation" must continue, - Peskov
The spokesperson for the Russian dictator, Dmitry Peskov, commented on the UAV attack on Moscow on the night of October 29. 4 84191 Striking Russia Peskov claims
Russia has attacked five regions of Ukraine: there are fatalities, injuries and destruction. VIDEO+PHOTOS
Russian shelling of the Sumy, Chernihiv, Kharkiv, Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions has resulted in deaths and injuries. Residential buildings, cars, educational establishments, infrastructure facilities and a veterinary centre have been damaged. 1 5944 Shelling of Ukraine
SSU has detained coordinator of Russian attacks on Kyiv’s thermal power stations. PHOTO
The Security Service’s counter-intelligence unit has detained another Russian agent in the Kyiv region. He turned out to be a driver for a logistics company who, on behalf of the FSB, was coordinating attacks on local energy infrastructure. 7 15651 High treason Detention of adjusters
Ukrainian delegation heads to Oleshky to observe operation
A Ukrainian delegation led by Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets traveled to the occupied town of Oleshky. 1 2315 Humanitarian crisis in Oleshky Ceasefire in Oleshky
Russians attacked Pavlohrad with drone: 15-year-old girl was wounded, and shop and house caught fire
Russian occupiers attacked Pavlohrad in the Dnipropetrovsk region with a drone. 4350 Strike on Pavlohrad Shelling of the Dnipropetrovsk region
Humanitarian mission in Oleshky: demining is proceeding successfully. Humanitarian aid is being prepared for residents, - Lubinets
The ceasefire in Oleshky has lasted 54 hours, with no violations reported. At the same time, a humanitarian aid shipment is being prepared, which is scheduled to arrive in the city on October 29. 96610
Two Russian ’Kalibr’ missiles were shot down with single missile: anti-aircraft gunners from ’Centre’ Military District carried out double interception using ’Hawk’ air defence system. VIDEO
Air defence personnel from the "Centre" Air Command destroyed two Russian 3M14 "Kalibr" cruise missiles at once, using just a single anti-aircraft guided missile from the MIM-23 "Hawk" system. 8 59220 Result of the work of the air force
MiG-29 fighter crews destroyed positions of Russian UAV operators using GBU-62 aerial bombs. VIDEO
Using coordinates obtained from reconnaissance, the Ukrainian Air Force struck the positions of the occupying forces’ UAV operators on one sector of the front line. 1 8702 Elimination of Russian occupying forces Air operations of AFU
Trump’s deal with Putin did not lower diesel prices in U.S., - WSJ
The agreement between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin regarding diesel fuel supplies did not lead to a drop in prices on the U.S. market. On the contrary, after the deal was announced, diesel prices in the U.S. rose slightly. 3 04533 Diesel deal
Initial results of South Bridge inspection are expected on Friday, - Kyiv City Military Administration
Studies are underway in Kyiv to restore traffic on the damaged infrastructure of the South Bridge; the first results are expected on Friday, October 30. 8 1427 Russian strikes on bridges in Kyiv
Unmanned Systems Forces have struck over 15,000 occupiers since beginning of October. INFOGRAPHICS
Since early October, units of the Unmanned Systems Forces (USF) have struck 15,108 Russian occupiers. In total, during this period, the Ukrainian military has struck nearly 59,500 enemy targets. 3520 Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Enemy attacked educational institution in Kharkiv
On the night of October 29, Russian invaders attacked two districts of Kharkiv. 1 3140 Kharkiv region
Media information that Putin "gave lectures" on Slavic history is untrue, - Stere
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gar Stere denied that Putin had lectured on Slavic history during a phone call with European leaders, and stated that the Financial Times should correct this information. 4 36158 Conversation between Stubb, Støre, and Putin Page 1 of 2937
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