The Russian Defense Ministry stated that Russian forces struck a dry cargo ship at sea, 18 kilometers south of Odessa. The ministry reported that the vessel was delivering military cargo for the Ukrainian army.

Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski stated on Friday, Oct. 30, during the G20 foreign ministers’ meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, that an immediate Black Sea ceasefire is necessary to secure grain shipments from Ukraine and Russia. He added that Moscow must end its war against Ukraine on fair terms before resuming energy sales to Europe, noting that restoring safe maritime trade is urgent for countries dependent on food imports, particularly in the Global South.

The United States has approved a $2.1 billion sale of Patriot missiles to Ukraine. This transaction is described as one of the most significant steps to supply defensive weapons to Kyiv since Donald Trump took office in 2025.

Reports indicate at least 10 US cargo aircraft landed at Israeli bases Ovda and Nevatim, with additional aircraft sent to Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. An Israeli official stated that both countries are preparing for a potential Trump decision, though none has been made.

US officials have warned of possible post-election operations and Iranian retaliation, while Admiral Brad Cooper has briefed Trump on available options.