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The Military Court in Rostov sentenced 15 Ukrainian POWs from the Aidar Battalion to 15–21 years in a maximum-security colony; two medics were returned to Ukraine.

Azov fighters destroyed nine Russian combat vehicles while repelling a massive mechanized assault, preventing the enemy from reaching the frontline and inflicting heavy losses.

Russian drones struck Chernihiv, damaging transport, homes, and industrial sites. One person was injured, while local authorities manage power outages and prepare for winter.

Russia – Ukraine war updates latest from the General Staff of Ukraine as of October 17, 2025.

Russia has carried out three major attacks on Ukraine’s gas infrastructure over the past week, targeting critical facilities and a Naftogaz power plant.

General Serhii Kryvonos warns that disbanding the Dnipro group could cost Ukraine vast territory, accusing the Ukrainian government of purging honest officers and waging a smear campaign against soldiers.

Yuriy Kasyanov claims Ukraine’s volunteer long-range drone unit — which struck Moscow — was disbanded after his whistleblowing on Fire Point; he denounces leadership and vows resistance.

Three people were killed and ten wounded as a result of Russian occupying forces shelling in the Kherson and Beryslav districts using artillery, tanks, mortars, multiple launch rocket systems, aircraft, and drones.

Russian missile barrage causes widespread damage and power outages in Ukraine. Consequences of the massive attack. Official information.

The most difficult situation following the night attack is with power supply in the capital and five regions, where emergency power outages have been implemented.

Russia – Ukraine war updates latest from the General Staff of Ukraine as of October 12, 2025.

Russia continues strikes Ukraine’s infrastructure aimed at cutting off connections with frontline areas, including Sumy and Chernihiv regions.