News|Russia-Ukraine warRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,330Here are the key events from day 1,330 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Here is how things stand on Thu, Oct 16, 2025:
Here is how things stand on Thu, Oct 16, 2025:
The Russian Ministry of Defence has reported that its forces have expelled Ukrainian troops from the settlements of Oleksiivka in the Dnipropetrovsk region and Novopavlivka in the Donetsk region.
The Ukrainian Energy Ministry reported that drone attacks have damaged the country's power infrastructure, leading to electricity outages in several areas, including the central Dnipropetrovsk region.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal stated that Kyiv will require up to $20 billion in military aid next year from NATO countries to aid in the development of 10 billion drones by 2026.
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius announced that Berlin will fund a US weapons package for Ukraine worth $500 million, which includes air defense systems and Patriot missiles, to strengthen Kyiv's defenses in the ongoing conflict with Russia.
The Federal Security Service of Russia claimed NATO's security services were involved in incidents involving alleged Russian drones over EU territory. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed a "drone wall" after approximately 20 Russian drones reportedly entered Polish airspace, an EU and NATO member, last month.
The Federal Security Service of Russia claimed NATO's security services were involved in incidents involving alleged Russian drones over EU territory.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned that the US and its allies would impose consequences on Russia for its continued aggression if the conflict in Ukraine persists.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Serhiy Lysak as the mayor of Odesa, following the revocation of former mayor Gennadiy Trukhanov's citizenship. Trukhanov's citizenship was revoked due to allegations of holding a Russian passport, which he denies.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov dismissed US President Donald Trump's warning about a potential collapse of the Russian economy, asserting that Russia has a "sufficient and considerable margin of safety."
The EU Economy Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis indicated that the bloc would urge G7 partners to consider using immobilized Russian assets to support Ukraine, as finance ministers meet in Washington. Repairs to restore the power supply to Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant are expected to commence soon, according to Rafael Grossi, head of the UN's nuclear watchdog IAEA. The plant has been under Russian control since the early stages of the invasion.
The price of crude oil increased by 1% following President Trump's announcement that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi committed to halting oil purchases from Russia. Brent crude futures rose by 54 cents to $62.45 a barrel, and US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) futures climbed by 57 cents to $58.84.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent communicated to Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato that the Trump administration anticipates Japan will cease importing Russian energy.
The International Monetary Fund announced that its head, Kristalina Georgieva, will visit Ukraine. The visit comes as Ukraine seeks a new loan package amid ongoing conflict, having already received $10.6 billion of the $15.5 billion loan.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy discussed with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis the possibility of US natural gas supply to Ukraine.
Ukraine’s Energy Ministry has initiated emergency power cuts in all regions except two, following recent Russian attacks on energy infrastructure. Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal warned of a challenging winter due to the damage.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.