UKRAINE ADVANCES IN OCCUPIED DONETSK AS TRUMP HANDS PUTIN DIESEL DEAL | RUSSIA - UKRAINE WAR NEWS

What happened: The US lifted some oil sanctions on Russia and was feared to have restricted Ukraine's access to US intelligence and satellite services, while Ukraine's Third Army Corps reclaimed more territory in Donetsk. Key numbers: Trump invited Russia to sell 1.8 million tonnes of diesel by year end. Why it matters: Zelenskyy said it is painful when Trump chooses one side, not Ukraine's side, and warned of blatant Russian disregard for the US. Ukraine's strikes fell from a daily average of 2,300 to 1,053 by October 15, though its front positions remain strong. Coverage: 7 outlets in 24h

The US lifted some oil sanctions on Russia and was feared to have restricted Ukraine's access to US intelligence and satellite services, while Ukraine's Third Army Corps reclaimed more territory in Donetsk.

Zelenskyy said it is painful when Trump chooses one side, not Ukraine's side, and warned of blatant Russian disregard for the US. Ukraine's strikes fell from a daily average of 2,300 to 1,053 by October 15, though its front positions remain strong.