Trump: "Russia and Ukraine want to reach an agreement for the first time. It will be a very big agreement, it will involve Europe." Meanwhile, during the night, Russia launched new ballistic missile attacks against Kiev, hitting the capital's infrastructure. Germany is no longer able to supply Ukraine with Patriot air defense systems for now, due to the risk of creating critical gaps in its own defense capability. This was stated by German Defense Minister Pistorius
“We are making a lot of progress with Russia and Ukraine.” Donald Trump said this, underlining that he had phone calls today and that he has meetings scheduled for Monday and Tuesday on the matter. "Russia and Ukraine want to reach an agreement for the first time. It will be a very big agreement, it will involve Europe", added the tycoon.
Meanwhile, during the night, Russia launched new ballistic missile attacks against Kiev, hitting the capital's infrastructure. Explosions were heard on the outskirts of the city.
Germany is no longer able to supply Ukraine with Patriot air defense systems for now, due to the risk of creating critical gaps in its own defense capability. German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius declared this in an interview with the "Berliner Morgenpost", reported by Focus
Zelensky said he was "ready to meet Putin, but not in Moscow".
The death toll from the Russian air raid on November 2 in the village of Komyshuvakha, in the Zaporizhzia region, rises to 53. Search operations continue at the site of the attack, where another fifty people are still missing.
Zelensky, in latest Russian raids used 36 ballistic missiles and 172 drones
"The Russians used 172 drones and 36 ballistic missiles, all directed against Kiev and the surrounding region during the night": said Volodymyr Zelensky, accusing Moscow of intensifying attacks in Ukraine in order to "exert pressure" on Kiev, in view of the negotiations between the Ukrainian, Russian and US delegations scheduled for next week in Abu Dhabi. “By intensifying, at this very moment, its attacks against Ukraine and our infrastructure, Russia seeks, among other things, to prepare the ground for putting pressure on Ukraine's positions and those of its partners,” he said in a message posted on his X account, following fresh bombings against Ukraine's energy grid.
Russian delegation at negotiations on Ukraine with high-ranking diplomats and military personnel
The Russian delegation taking part in talks with the United States and Ukraine next week will include senior military and diplomatic officials, including - for the first time - Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov reported this to the Interfax news agency. The trilateral meeting in Abu Dhabi, aimed at discussing the end of the war waged by Moscow against Ukraine, is scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday and will be the first negotiating meeting of this type since February. As reported by the agency, the Russian delegation will once again be led by Vladimir Medinsky, Kremlin advisor and Moscow's main negotiator. For the first time, Ryabkov will also be part of it, together with Yuri Zhigarlovsky, a senior officer of the Russian General Staff. Ryabkov oversees Russia's relations with North and South America and is responsible for issues related to arms control, nuclear nonproliferation and Iran's nuclear program. Zhigarlovsky serves as deputy head of the Main Operational Directorate of the General Staff, the body responsible for planning and conducting military operations. The delegation will also include Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin and the head of Russian military intelligence Igor Kostyukov, already present in previous negotiating missions, as reported by Interfax. All members of the delegation met with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday during a meeting of the Russian Security Council, partly dedicated to preparations for the upcoming talks.
Pistorius, 'at the moment we can no longer give Patriot to Kiev'
Germany is no longer able to supply Ukraine with Patriot air defense systems for now, due to the risk of creating critical gaps in its own defense capability. German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius declared this in an interview with the "Berliner Morgenpost", reported by Focus. "Supplies, especially those of Patriot systems, are proving difficult. Germany has already delivered several systems and a large number of guided missiles intended for their use. We cannot do more at the moment," he said, calling for greater commitment from partners.
Zelensky: Moscow used North Korean missiles
The Russian military may have used missiles made in North Korea during last night's massive attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure. “Technical assessments are underway at sites hit by ballistic missiles,” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky wrote in X. “According to preliminary information, in one of the key energy infrastructures that suffered damage, the Russians used KN-23 missiles manufactured and supplied by North Korea.”
Tajani: we are faced with hybrid warfare, G7 will address the issue on Monday
"We are facing a hybrid war, which is why I asked the G7 which will take place on Monday in Paris to place this topic at the center of our debate". This was stated by Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, denouncing that he was the victim of threats on the dark web by the pro-Russian group Noname057.
After the Russian attacks in Kiev ordered emergency electricity cuts
After Russian attacks overnight in the Kiev region, emergency electricity supply cuts were introduced. The news was reported by the Dtek Kyiv Regional Power Grids company and reported by Ukrinform. "Ukrenergo has ordered the start of emergency electricity outages. Please note that scheduled outage programs are not currently in force. Emergency outages will be lifted as soon as we receive the relevant instructions from Ukrenergo," the statement reads. Dtek called on residents of the Kiev region who still have electricity to reduce their energy consumption as much as possible.
Blackout in five regions after Russian attacks
New and "massive" Russian air strikes have targeted energy infrastructure in Ukraine and caused fragile blackouts in five regions. This was stated by the Ukrainian Ministry of Energy. "Consumers in the regions of Dnipropetrovsk, Donetsk, Kiev, Zhytomyr and Kharkiv are currently without electricity. Significant damage has been caused to transmission and distribution networks," read the statement, which did not specify the number of families affected by the outages.
Moscow: 903 drones shot down, one dead in Belgorod
In the last 24 hours, Russian anti-aircraft shot down 903 Ukrainian drones. This was announced by the Russian Ministry of Defense, which reports a civilian casualty in Belgorod. However, there are still no official updates on the consequences of the Ukrainian attack on the Saratov refinery, which according to initial information released by Russian agencies caused "victims".
Kiev: one dead in the capital following Russian raids
Tymur Tkachenko, head of the Kiev regional administration, says that a man died after being rescued in hospital following the Russian raids. Sky News reports it. Authorities add that eight other people, including a child, were injured in the overnight attack, which also damaged homes and non-residential buildings.
Meloni: solidarity with Tajani for pro-Russian hackers, great concern
"I express my full solidarity with the Vice President of the Council, Antonio Tajani, for what has emerged regarding the activity of pro-Russian hackers and the dissemination of personal data concerning him on the dark web. The sale of confidential information on representatives of institutions is of great concern and must be tackled with the utmost determination. Equally worrying is the circulation of false images, also spread by members of the opposition. Freedom of expression can never become a terrain for disinformation". Thus Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in a note.
Tajani: targeted on the dark web for the defense of Ukraine
"I will not be intimidated in any way. I will continue to work to defend my ministry and Italy, I will increasingly strengthen ties and collaboration with our allies to protect us together. Our position on Ukraine is the political reason why I came under fire. Defending the freedom of a sovereign state, taking a clear stand in favor of democracy and the independence of a nation is dangerous for these criminal entities." Antonio Tajani writes this on
Pistorius: "We can no longer supply Patriot to Kiev"
Germany can no longer supply Ukraine with Patriot air defense systems due to the risk of creating critical gaps in its defenses. German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said this in an interview with the Funke media group. "Deliveries, especially of Patriot systems, are proving difficult. Germany has already delivered several systems and a large number of guided missiles. We cannot do more at this time. Whatever we deliver now could not be replaced for a certain period of time, and this would create gaps in our defenses that we cannot afford," the German Defense Minister said. Other countries, Pistorius noted, "have done much less" than Berlin, which expects its allies to step up their efforts.
Zelensky: "Moscow is preparing for trilateral talks by launching ballistic missiles at us"
"Russia is preparing for trilateral talks by launching ballistic missiles against Ukraine's critical infrastructure. Repair and relief operations are active in the affected regions, wherever the security situation allows. In total, the Russians used 172 drones and 36 ballistic missiles, all directed against Kiev and the surrounding region": Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky said this on X. "Energy infrastructure was once again the main objective - continued the Ukrainian president - The capital is facing serious difficulties in the supply of electricity, water and heating. Residential buildings and the North Bridge were damaged. A kindergarten was partially destroyed". Zelensky added that, in addition to Kiev, 12 other regions were hit in the latest attacks, and in total nine people were injured, including a child. "While Russia tries to throw Kiev, a city of millions of inhabitants, and the entire country into darkness, Ukraine must not be left alone. We count on greater bilateral support from the United States", is his appeal.
Kiev: 4 missiles and 149 drones intercepted out of 172 launched by Russia
Ukrainian defense systems intercepted 4 missiles and 149 drones launched by Russia in several attacks that took place last night: the central command of the Kiev Air Force reported on Telegram. In the post, it is specified that the total number of drones launched by Moscow in this offensive was 172, of which 137 were jet-propelled 'Shahed' drones.
Drones hit a Russian refinery in Saratov
Drones attacked an oil refinery in the Russian city of Saratov overnight. This was reported by the Astra channel, as reported by Ukrinform. Local residents reported that, during the night, air-warning sirens sounded at least twice in the city and explosions were heard. The regional governor, Roman Busargin, initially reported casualties and damage to civilian infrastructure following the drone attack. Based on a video released by an eyewitness, Osint analysts from the Astra project identified the burning facility as the Saratov oil refinery. Owned by Rosneft, it is one of the oldest oil refining plants in Russia. In 2023 it processed 4.8 million tonnes of crude oil. It has been targeted by Ukrainian attacks on several occasions, forcing the plant to suspend operations several times, including in September.
Russian raid on Kiev, five injured including a 14-year-old
At least five people were injured, including a 14-year-old boy, in the Russian missile attacks against Kiev during the night. This was reported by the authorities of the Ukrainian capital, quoted by Ukrainska Pravda. The bombings, carried out with ballistic missiles, caused fires and damaged several residential buildings, a kindergarten and a non-residential structure in the Solomianskyi neighborhood. According to the Kiev military administration and the State Emergency Service, the explosion destroyed part of the ground floor facade of a five-story residential building, while the shock wave shattered the windows of other buildings. A two-storey building within a nursery school complex was also damaged.
Financial Times: European services are investigating the Russian bomb threat trail
European security agencies are investigating whether coordinated bomb threats that targeted dozens of European flights this week may have originated in Russia. This was reported by the Financial Times, citing intelligence officials.
