President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attack, emphasizing that there can be no justification for striking a kindergarten with a drone. Zelenskyy's comments come as Russian forces struck Kharkiv with at least three explosions in the morning, hitting a private kindergarten in the Kholodnohirskyi…

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The European Union’s 19th package of sanctions against Russia may be approved on Oct. 23, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said during a foreign affairs council in Luxembourg on Oct. 20. “We are expecting this week, also, to adopt a 19th package of sanctions. Unfortunately, not today, but we have…

Russia has secretly fortified its nuclear submarine fleet in the Arctic using high-tech equipment acquired from U.S. and European suppliers, according to newly uncovered documents and Western security sources. The Washington Post, in collaboration with European news organisations, revealed that…

Kyrylo Budanov (right) and the founder of the Sense bookstore, Oleksiy Yerinchak (left). GUR MO As reported by Kirila Budanova’s Instagram account The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, Kyrylo Budanov, spoke about his literary tastes during free evenings…

The Czech initiative “Gift for Putin” said it raised the full $520,000 needed to purchase a Ukrainian-built Flamingo cruise missile—designated DANA 1 in honor of the late Czech nuclear safety chief Dana Drábová—less than two days after launching the appeal on October 22. Organizers and Czech media…

Russian President Vladimir Putin's plane could be forced to land if he attempts to fly to Hungary via Poland to meet U.S. President Donald Trump, Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski said on Oct. 21. "I cannot guarantee that an independent Polish court won't order the government to escort such…

There was some mystery in mid-October when most Iranian-owned tankers simultaneously turned on their AIS location systems, having mostly travelled in the “dark” since 2018 when the United States re-imposed sanctions. The Iranian leadership remains in a highly nervous state after the 12-Day War in…

The outgoing Czech government has announced that Czechia will build and deliver a modern satellite to Ukraine as a gesture of support. Source: Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs on X (Twitter), as reported by European Pravda; Czech Ministry of Transport Quote: "This demonstrates not only the…

Nearly a year after the fall of Moscow-backed Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad, Russia is quietly rebuilding its strategic foothold in Syria—threatening to close a rare window of opportunity for the West to reshape the regional balance of power, a Washington Institute report has said. The Institute…

Rescue workers and police officers carried children in their arms after a Russian strike on a kindergarten in the city of Kharkiv on the morning of 22 October, evacuating around 50 little ones in total. Source: Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko on Facebook; Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov on Telegram…

Polish and Romanian authorities have detained three Ukrainian nationals accused of collaborating with Russian intelligence services and attempting to smuggle explosives into Ukraine. The arrests were announced by Poland’s security agencies and confirmed by government officials on October 21,…

Video Melania Trump secures return of Ukranian children from Russia Former White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany joins 'Fox & Friends Weekend' to discuss first lady Melania Trump's efforts to free eight Ukrainian children from Russia and her continued work to use her position for change.…

The russian Novorossiysk B-261 Project 636.3 (NATO reporting name Improved Kilo II-class) diesel-electric attack submarine, which is now formally part of the russian Black Sea Fleet, returned in disgrace from the Mediterranean Sea in a surface position due to a technical malfunction. Back in late…

Recently, during a conversation with journalists, Russian dictator Vladimir Putin said: “Our response is to reinforce the air defense system of the Russian Federation.” However, Russia’s air defense system covers only key facilities — Moscow and the Moscow region, as well as the dictator’s…

An open letter calling for the prohibition of the development of superintelligent AI was announced on Wednesday, with the signatures of more than 700 celebrities, AI scientists, faith leaders, and policymakers. Among the signatories are five Nobel laureates; two so-called “Godfathers of AI;” Steve…

The European Union (EU) is advancing plans to exert more pressure on Russia’s economy with a commitment to continue reducing gas imports and impose a total ban in 2028. Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the bloc now accepts that stopping gas imports is critical in denying Moscow the resources…

It is the state nuclear corporation Rosatom that told news outlet RBK about the plans to finally do something about the ticking radioactive time-bombs. "The draft federal budget for 2026 and the 2027-2028 planning period includes funding for the rehabilitation of Arctic seas from sunken and dumped…

How Shahed Locks Onto Targets #Russia #Shahed-136 #UAV CRPA antenna with four elements on the right wing of the downed Shahed-136, October 2024. Photo credits: npu.gov.ua Long-range strike UAVs are guided to the target by a satellite navigation system. There are target coordinates and UAV…

A Lithuanian anesthesiologist and former health minister spent two and a half weeks in Ukraine's war zones this month, working as a volunteer medic and studying how to prepare Lithuania's health system for potential military threats. Lithuania shares a 297-km (184 miles) border with Russia's…

James Stavridis spoke at the Center for the Arts on Tuesday, Oct. 21 about international adversaries, alliances and other geopolitical risks. An author of 15 books on international strategies and leadership experiences, Stavridis spent 37 years in the navy, eventually ranking as a four-star admiral.…

“I am 32 years old. My wolf in the forest is an image of strength and solitude. In battle I feel like a wolf fighting for my pack — for my brothers and for Ukraine.” “I spent a long time in the hospital after being wounded. At night I watch the stars through the window. Painting the sky feels like…

The subject of fraudulent ship registrations is a “hot topic” with far-reaching implications, including for maritime safety and security, pollution, seafarers’ welfare, and international legal compliance in general. The EU yesterday sanctioned an undisclosed number of maritime registries providing…

Since Houthi forces began attacking merchant vessels in the lower Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, traffic using the Maritime Security Transit Corridor (MSTC) linking the Suez Canal to the Gulf and Asia has been much reduced. Despite receiving a pummeling from both American and Israeli forces, the…

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For once, a phone call with Vladimir Putin did not lead to a thaw. By imposing sanctions on Russia this week, Donald Trump broke from his usual pattern of easing tensions with the Kremlin after conversations with the Russian leader, when threats of pressure often give way to talk of renewed…

A sustainable blue economy must place the welfare of coastal communities at its heart. Engaging and empowering coastal citizens at every step of the development process is fundamental for both political sustainability and economic resilience. However, building this future requires us to look to the…

Depending on who you speak to, EU leaders either just took a cautious step toward using frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine — or kicked the can down the road and left their summit mired in even more legal and financial questions than when they walked in. There was no endorsement of a massive €140…

BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union on Thursday heaped more economic sanctions on Russia, adding to U.S. President Donald Trump’s new punitive measures the previous day against the Russian oil industry. Russian President Vladimir Putin called Washington’s move an “unfriendly act” that could backfire…

Germany to Base Warships Plus Submarines and Recon Aircraft in Iceland for Arctic Security. Naval News Navy 2025 Germany and Iceland have agreed to expand defense cooperation, allowing German naval and air assets to operate from Icelandic bases. The move enhances NATO’s ability to monitor Russian…

Robert Lemos, Contributing WriterOctober 21, 2025 4 Min Read Source: Andrei Armiagov via Shutterstock Localized jamming and spoofing of global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) continues to be a hallmark of conflicts across the globe, with the digital signal attacks impacting air travel and…

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What was once a mighty river flowing from Colorado through the Grand Canyon all the way down to the Gulf of California in Mexico has been reduced to a trickle that barely reaches the ocean. Experts warn the river basin is at a breaking point, jeopardizing water security for major cities such as Los…

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Homepage News Events Video 11:59 21 Oct 2025 Photo: Photo: Lviv City Council Alvina Kaminska Yavir Dance Space, a dance studio founded by Azov veteran Oleksandr Zhavnenko, who lost both legs in the war, has opened in Lviv. Together with his wife, Marichka, he created a new dance space. The UNBROKEN…

As reports of cracks in Russia’s wartime economy continue to mount, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is now predicting that the Kremlin will face an unprecedented budget deficit of around $100 billion in 2026. The Ukrainian leader is far from alone in forecasting more economic pain in the…

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Ukraine's leader welcomed a raft of new economic sanctions against Russia being imposed by the Trump administration and the European Union on Thursday, calling the increased pressure on Moscow "very important." CBS News correspondent Ramy Inocencio says the new U.S. sanctions, announced by the…

From Kalibr to Kinzhal: How Much Do Russian Missiles Really Cost? Oleksandr Yan October 23, 2025 15:01 The 9M723 Iskander ballistic missile. Photo credits: Russian Ministry of Defense Share this post: To strike strategic targets and Ukrainian cities, Russia uses a vast arsenal of long-range weapons,…