Russia attacks important bridge in Kiev
Russia has hit an important bridge in Kiev in nightly attacks on Ukraine, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky. “Tragically there are casualties and hits in Kiev, including at the South Bridge,” he wrote on X, referring to one of the most important road bridges over the Dnipro River, which divides the Ukrainian capital. Russia used 16 ballistic missiles and more than 280 drones in the attacks, which also targeted numerous other regions.
Ceasefire in Oleschky has begun
Russia and Ukraine have begun a localized ceasefire in the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky. Both sides confirmed the start of the ceasefire, which is intended to allow humanitarian measures for the city near the front.
Food and medicine are to be delivered to the city's needy residents. In addition, preparations should be made to ensure freedom of movement for residents.
The city is currently completely mined. The Ukrainian armed forces at times used drones to bring relief supplies into the city. However, many of the unmanned aerial vehicles were shot down by Russian troops. According to the agreement, mines are now to be cleared in order to create a safe corridor. It is unclear whether the approximately 2,000 remaining residents will be allowed to leave their city.
Dead and injured by rockets in Kyiv
At least one person was killed in a Russian rocket attack on the Ukrainian capital Kiev this evening. Numerous people were injured, as Mayor Vitali Klitschko announced on Telegram. According to him, an ambulance was also hit in addition to several buildings. Two paramedics were injured. People could be trapped in one of the residential buildings hit.
According to Ukrainian air defense, the Russian military used ballistic missiles for this attack. These weapons are difficult to defend against, especially since the anti-aircraft defense system complains about a lack of appropriate ammunition. The Russian military is exploiting this Ukrainian weakness to launch frequent rocket attacks against urban centers in Ukraine.
E5 states want to strengthen Ukraine militarily before winter
The five militarily strongest European NATO members want to strengthen Ukraine militarily before the upcoming winter with air defense systems and other equipment. “We have put together winter packages as part of our support for Ukraine,” said Defense Minister Boris Pistorius after a meeting with his counterparts from France, Poland, Great Britain and Italy in Paris. “We will also do everything we can to ensure that the USA also supports Ukraine with its deliveries and, above all, with intelligence information and satellite data.”
The so-called E5 countries also worked with Ukraine to develop an air defense system. “This, in addition to the Patriots and other systems, is intended to protect Ukrainians from air attacks,” Pistorius said. He accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of terrorism against the civilian population. “He will rely on a cold winter and further worsen the conditions for the people of Ukraine by destroying Ukrainian energy and water supplies, very systematically.”
Dead and injured in Russian attack on Kharkiv
According to official information, at least two people were killed in a Russian attack on the eastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv. In addition, at least four people were injured, Mayor Ihor Terekhov reported on Telegram. “Multi-family homes, single-family homes and cars were damaged,” he added. The emergency services were still on duty that evening.
Romania's secret service: Russian-controlled spy network uncovered
According to the secret service, a spy network coordinated by Russia has been uncovered in Romania. The Romanian secret service said this network targeted military and industrial targets in Romania. The group is responsible for a fire in September on an industrial platform in central Romania near a state-owned defense company.
Severstal: Power outage at plant after Ukrainian attack
After a Ukrainian drone attack, there was a partial power outage at a factory owned by the Russian mining and steel company Severstal. The company said the mining and processing plant in the Belgorod region was affected. Nobody was injured.
Slovak Foreign Minister receives criticism for Moscow visit
Slovak Foreign Minister Juraj Blanar visited Russia with a business delegation and received criticism from the opposition in his country. The minister met his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in Moscow and took part in a meeting of a bilateral economic commission.
Zelenskyj: Waiting almost a month for Hegseth's signature
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyj has again complained about delays in the delivery of defense missiles and criticized US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Russia: No restrictions on military operations through planned talks
According to Russian information, the talks planned for next month between Russia, Ukraine and the USA to resolve the conflict do not provide for any restrictions on military actions.
According to Russia, the ceasefire for Oleshky could set a precedent
The Russian presidential office describes the planned humanitarian ceasefire for the southern Ukrainian city of Oleshky as a possible precedent.
Russia: Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow air defenses foiled
The Russian domestic secret service FSB says it has thwarted a Ukrainian drone attack on an important element of Moscow's air defense and a power plant.
Russia: Dead and injured after attack – drone debris hits train
According to Russian authorities, at least two people were killed and many more injured in massive Ukrainian drone attacks in the Voronezh region.
Ukraine: Six injured in Russian attacks
At least six people were injured in new Russian attacks on Ukraine on Monday night.
Hofreiter calls for German naval action against the shadow fleet
The chairman of the Europe Committee in the Bundestag, Anton Hofreiter, calls for the Bundeswehr to be deployed against ships from Russia's “shadow fleet” that sail through German maritime areas.
Zelensky hopes for progress in negotiations
After more than four and a half years of war, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is pinning his hopes on the upcoming meeting of representatives from Russia, Ukraine and the USA in November.
Zelensky: US warnings about Russian missile attacks restored
After recent problems, US warnings about impending Russian ballistic missile attacks are being relayed in full again, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky.
