The European Union has adopted its 19th package of sanctions against Russia, targeting oil, gas, and 'phantom fleet,' following US sanctions aimed at Russian oil companies Rosneft and Lukoil. US sanctions, announced on October 22, 2025, by the US Treasury, seek to weaken Russia's war effort by cutting off economic interactions with these firms, which are considered key to funding Kremlin's military actions. These measures also restrict transactions in US dollars and threaten cascading penalties for violators, marking the first sanctions by President Donald Trump against Moscow since his return to office. Trump and US officials accuse Putin of not engaging sincerely in peace negotiations and aim to pressure Russia into a ceasefire. The US and EU sanctions are expected to significantly impact Russia's economy and military capacity, with experts predicting severe shocks that could influence Poutine's willingness to negotiate. Meanwhile, Russia denounces these sanctions as counterproductive and asserts its resilience, with officials like Medvedev calling US actions acts of war. China opposes US and EU sanctions, emphasizing the illegality of unilateral measures and warning of repercussions. In the broader geopolitical context, Ukraine's President Zelensky seeks EU support for the use of frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine’s defense, while calling for a 'true European effort' in defense aid, including long-range missiles like Tomahawk. Zelensky also discusses defense cooperation with European leaders, including Macron and Tusk, and urges flexibility in defense supplies. The US military warns of potential future shocks, with France preparing for possible conflicts in the next three to four years. On the battlefield, Ukraine continues to suffer from Russian attacks, with recent drone and missile strikes causing casualties and damage, including attacks on critical infrastructure like the Riazan refinery. Russia reports intercepting numerous Ukrainian drone attacks, while the conflict persists with ongoing exchanges of bodies and military casualties, with estimates of Russian deaths exceeding 135,000. Meanwhile, other global conflicts and issues are highlighted, including protests by the youth across continents demanding social justice, and the ongoing war in the Democratic Republic of Congo with reports of rebel terror, forced labor, and illegal taxation by the M23 movement supported by Rwanda. The situation in the DRC remains volatile, with widespread human rights abuses, territorial control issues, and international involvement. In cultural news, the Louvre faces security challenges after a major theft, and other reports cover political shifts in France, the UK, and Spain, along with international relations and military preparedness. The global geopolitical landscape remains tense, with significant developments in Ukraine, Russia, China, and Western countries, amid ongoing conflicts, sanctions, and diplomatic efforts.