U.S. President Donald Trump had a conversation with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin. The American leader announced that they agreed to meet in Budapest to discuss the end of the Russo-Ukrainian war. During the conversation, Trump called it 'very productive' and plans to meet with high-level advisors next week.
Massive emergency power outages
Due to the difficult situation in the energy system, emergency power outages have been implemented in Ukraine. All regions also have power limits for industry and business until the end of the day.
Russia struck a training unit of the Ground Forces
On October 16, the Russian Federation struck a training unit of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the rear part of Ukraine with ballistic missiles. Despite warnings about the threat, the wounded received medical assistance.
Zelensky appointed Reshetilova as military ombudsman
Olga Reshetilova (Kobylińska) has been appointed to the position of Military Ombudsman of Ukraine. This position, established for the first time in Ukrainian history, will ensure civilian oversight of the compliance with the rights of all defense forces and resolve problematic issues regarding their service through the military ombudsman.
MP Shevchenko received another suspicion
The National Anti-Corruption Bureau and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office have charged a member of the Ukrainian Parliament with money laundering obtained illegally. Yevgeny Shevchenko was accused of causing financial damage by abusing his official position.
Summary: U.S. President Donald Trump plans to meet with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin to discuss the end of the Russo-Ukrainian war. At the same time, emergency power outages are occurring in Ukraine, and Russia struck a ballistic attack on the training unit of the Ground Forces. Ukraine has also appointed a military ombudsman and is considering charges against an MP for laundering illegally obtained income.