At 21:02, a war correspondent announces an accident involving a Russian military training aircraft.
19:23 Plane Crash in Volgograd Region Involving Russian Military Aircraft
A Russian military training aircraft is reported to have crashed in the Volgograd region. As per popular Russian war blogger Ilya Tumanoff via his Telegram channel, the incident occurred during a training flight. The pilots of the Yak-130 successfully ejected and are now under medical care. The cause of the accident is suspected to be a technical issue.
20:23 Ukrainian Journalist Passes Away in Russian Custody
Ukrainian journalist Victoria Roschyna has allegedly passed away while in Russian captivity. This information was confirmed by Ukrainian news channel coordination staff head Petro Jazenko. The circumstances surrounding her death remain unclear. Roschyna was reportedly set for release. "Her transfer from Taganrog to Moscow was a step towards her release," Jazenko mentioned. According to media sources, Roschyna had been on an extended hunger strike.
19:38 Moscow Shooting Incident: Kadyrov Threatens Russian Policymakers with Blood Feud
Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov has publicly threatened three Russian politicians from the North Caucasus with "blood feud." During a speech to security officers in Grozny, he accused them of ordering an assassination plot against him. The assault occurred in conjunction with a business disagreement involving Russia's biggest online retailer, Wildberries. Kadyrov's threats are directed at Pavel Krasheninnikov, senator in the Russian Federation Council, Sergei Gorlov, deputy in the State Duma, and Magomed Muskhanov, deputy in the Duma.
19:08 NATO Chairman Rutte: No Discouragement Regarding Possible Trump Re-election
New NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has once more urged alliance members to maintain calm in the event of former US President Donald Trump's re-election. Rutte stated in London that Trump recognizes that the defensive war in Ukraine against Russia is integral to the "security of the USA." About Trump, Rutte said, "He agrees with me that this conflict in Ukraine is not limited to Ukraine, but also about the 'future security of the United States'."
18:30 Field Commander Highlights Mistakes by Ukrainian Officers
A Ukrainian field commander from the 28th mechanized brigade has highlighted frequent mistakes by higher-ranking officers in the heat of battle. According to an interview with Ukrainian news agency RBC Ukraine, "Kurt," the commander of a combat unit, believes that many commanders lack the necessary planning skills, resulting in complicated relocation of units to new positions. Unfortunately, many army commanders are incompetent for their roles. "We experienced situations where commanders pointed at a map, and by the time our unit arrived to replace another unit from another brigade, they had already left. The enemy had seized control and we were under fire", said "Kurt." Unprofessional conduct frequently leads to the loss of positions, personnel, and equipment.
17:57 Ukraine: Over 50 Russian Attack on Port Facilities in Three Months
Over the past three months, Russia has reportedly launched close to 60 attacks on port facilities, claiming critical infrastructure destruction, according to Ukrainian reports. Deputy Prime Minister Oleksiy Kuleba stated that these assaults aim to hinder Ukrainian exports and spark crises in nations dependent on Ukrainian grain supplies. Kuleba highlighted that approximately 300 port facilities have been damaged, and 22 civilian ships have sustained damage.
17:27 Moscow Denies Involvement of North Korean Soldiers
The Kremlin refutes allegations of employing North Korean soldiers in its operations in Ukraine. "It appears to be simply another false news story," said Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. Last week, the Ukrainian newspaper "Kyiv Post" claimed that six North Korean soldiers had perished in a Ukrainian shelling incident on Russian-occupied land in Donetsk, citing intelligence sources. South Korean Defense Minister Kim Yong Hyun subsequently stated that this was "highly probable." However, the head of the Ukrainian army's Counter-Disinformation Center, Andriy Kowalenko, stated that the number of North Korean soldiers in Ukraine is minimal, restricted to pioneer troop units.
16:51 Report: September was Russia's Deadliest Month Since War Commencement
Russia reportedly experienced its highest casualties since the outbreak of the war in September, as indicated by a report citing British intelligence. The "Telegraph" stated that the average daily loss rate for the Russian army increased to 1,271 killed and wounded soldiers each day. This was the highest daily loss rate since May, which stood at 1,262 soldiers. September also marked the fifth straight month where the average daily loss rate surpassed 1,000 soldiers.
16:25 Rutte Discusses Long-Range Weapons with Zelenskyy and Starmer Ukraines President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reportedly discussed the potential use of long-range weapons against Russia with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte. The specifics of the conversation are unclear. "I appreciate the United Kingdoms ongoing support of our country in its defense, including with long-range weapons," Zelenskyy wrote on X. Starmer's office confirmed that the UK aims to assist Ukraine in the strongest possible position. "However, no war has ever been won with a single weapon. As for Storm Shadow specifically, there has been no shift in the UK governments stance on the use of long-range missiles." Rutte referred to journalists when asked about long-range weapons, saying that the matter is ultimately up to each ally.
15:37 US Analysts: Russians Seeking to Sustain Offensive Pace US military analysts believe that the Russian military leadership has ordered a high tempo of attacks in Ukraine. Their objective is to make progress before the muddy ground conditions in the fall - known as "Rasputitsa" - hinder operations, according to a new report by the US think tank Institute for the Study of War (ISW). Russian forces have been conducting high-tempo attacks in the Donetsk region of eastern Ukraine since late July, the ISW reports. The Russian military likely aims to step up its offensive to take control of the cities of Kurakhove and Pokrovsk. Experts anticipate that the Russians will carry on their advance even in muddy conditions, although it will be less effective. The ISW predicts that the current Russian offensive will peak in the coming months, but this does not mean that the conflict in eastern Ukraine will end in the fall and early winter.
14:54 Moscow Claims to Have Striked US-Supplied Patriot System The Russian army allegedly targeted a US-supplied Patriot air defense system in an attack. Two Patriot missile launch ramps, a control unit, and a radar were hit, the defense ministry claims. According to Russian statements, one of the Patriot launch stations was destroyed and another was damaged. Additionally, Ukrainian soldiers and other military equipment were hit in the attack. The Russian claims about the attack cannot be independently verified.
14:19 NATO Begins Annual Nuclear Exercise NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte announced that the alliances annual nuclear exercise, "Steadfast Noon," will commence next Monday. Sixty aircraft from 13 countries, including F-35A fighter jets and B-52 bombers, will participate in the two-week exercise. The geographical focus will be on the UK, North Sea, Belgium, and the Netherlands. "Given the uncertain world, it is essential that we test and strengthen our defense so that our adversaries know that NATO is prepared and capable of responding to any threat," Rutte said.
13:51 Two Russian MiG-31Ks Arrive in Belarus for Second Time in Two Days A MiG-31K capable of deploying Kinzhal hypersonic missiles has reportedly arrived in Belarus from Russia for the second time in two days, according to Ukrainian Pravda portal, citing a Belarusian project that monitors military activities. This is the first time that such aircraft from the Russian air force have been in Belarus in a year and a half.
13:11 Ukraine Confirms Attack on Russian Military Airbase Ukraine has acknowledged an attack on an airbase in the southern Russian Caucasus region of Adygea. A fuel and lubricant depot at the base in Maykop was destroyed and set ablaze, according to the head of Ukraines Center for Countering Disinformation, Andriy Kowalenko. Earlier, Ukrainian media reported that a military airport had been struck. Regional authorities stated that a suburb of Maykop was attacked by "enemy drones."
12:35 Ukraine Increases War Tax to Fund Ongoing Conflict The Ukrainian parliament has raised taxes to support the ongoing war. The main change is an increase in the 1.5% war levy on income-dependent employed individuals, introduced in 2014, to 5%. However, this increase will not apply to soldiers.
12:08 Ukraine Denies Allegations of Ceasefire Readiness An advisor to President Selenskyj, Dmytro Lytwyn, has dismissed a report by the Italian newspaper "Corriere della Sera" claiming that Selenskyj is prepared for a ceasefire along the front line in exchange for Western security guarantees. Ukrainian media outlets have reported this denial.
11:49 Zelenskyy Meets with Starmer and Rutte in London Ukrainian President Zelenskyj has arrived at the British governments headquarters in London. He will meet with representatives of the British government and NATO to discuss his plan for the further course of the war against Russia. This includes meetings with Prime Minister Keir Starmer and NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, before traveling to Berlin and Paris for further talks.
11:21 Russian Military Suppliers Rely Heavily on German Machines According to an investigation by SWR, German machines are being widely used by Russian military suppliers. The broadcaster has identified over 30 German manufacturers whose machines were imported to Russia last year. Many of these are based in Baden-Württemberg. In total, over 300 machines made in Germany have been supplied to the aggressor. In around two-thirds of these cases, the machines were sent via Turkey. The German manufacturers reportedly stated that they were unaware of this and that they comply with sanctions.
10:57 Injuries and 29 Damaged Structures Following Assaults in SaporischschjaAs per authorities, this morning's aerial assaults by Russia in the southeastern Ukrainian city of Saporischschja resulted in injuries to 4 individuals and caused damage to 29 structures. It is speculated that Russia utilized glide bombs, as reported by Ukrainian law enforcement. Despite the city being under Ukrainian control, the Russian military stationed itself at the nearby nuclear power plant. Russia has declared the entire region to be its own territory and is attempting to annex the area through heavy attacks.
10:22 Military Airstrip in the Caucasus Region alleged to be AttackedAccording to Ukrainian news sources, a military base in the southern Russian Caucasus region of Adygea appears to have been struck. However, the extent of the damage varies. Earlier in the day, local authorities shared information about the evacuation of the nearby village of Rodnikovy.
09:37 Footage Emerges of Intense Explosions at Russian Drone Storage FacilityVideos from the southern Russian province of Krasnodar reveal flames, explosions, and showers of sparks at the site of yesterday's attack on a drone storage facility. Reports suggest that the building housed approximately 400 drones of the Iranian Shahed model.
08:53 Production of Russia's Su-57 Stealth Fighter Jets reportedly PausedA report from the British "Telegraph" indicates that production of the Su-57 stealth fighter jet in Russia has virtually halted. The reason is believed to be a lack of necessary components, particularly electronic components, due to Western sanctions, according to Ukrainian analysts from Frontline Insight.
08:29 Russia claims to have Shot Down Over 90 Ukrainian DronesAs per the Russian Ministry of Defense, Russia shot down 92 Ukrainian drones overnight, as reported by the Kyiv Independent. Of these, 47 were brought down over the southwestern region of Krasnodar, where Ukraine is said to have destroyed a warehouse housing around 400 drones the previous day.
07:57 Renowned Economist: Germany should Not Increase Dependence on US Arms IndustryKiel economist Moritz Schularick is advocating for a comprehensive reevaluation of German military spending. "If we exclude defense spending from the debt limit, we can truly build up long-term capabilities," says the president of the Kiel Institute for the World Economy. The federal special fund of over 100 billion euros alone is not enough, he says. "Special funds are often not sufficient compared to the need and not a permanent source of funding." Germany should not increase its reliance on the US arms industry, he argues. "These are things we should have at home for a valid reason."
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07:41 Russia Employs African Women to Assemble Drones for Ukrainian ConflictApproximately 200 women from Africa are assembling drones in Russia for use in the Ukraine conflict. Women interviewed by the AP news agency recounted being lured with social media ads promising a free plane ticket, money, and a foreign adventure. Upon arrival, they discovered they would be working in a weapons factory, assembling drones developed in Iran that were then used against Ukraine.
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07:21 Ukraine Bombards Deeper into Russia's Interior AgainA village in the southern Russian Caucasus region of Adygea was evacuated due to a fire caused by a drone strike, as stated by local authorities. The village of Rodnikovy was targeted, without any reported casualties. The attack was directed at the outskirts of the city of Maykop, near a military airstrip. In recent weeks, Ukraine has been continuously targeting deeper Russian territories to weaken the logistical support for Russian invasion forces. In June, Ukraine attacked a fuel depot in the Adygea region.
06:58 US Believes Ukraine can Maintain Control over Russian Territory in Kursk for Extended PeriodAccording to US assessments, Ukraine can retain control over the regions it claims in the Russian region of Kursk for at least several months, if not longer, reports financial news agency Bloomberg, citing senior US officials. Ukraine has not experienced significant supply issues, with Russian forces only mounting limited counterattacks and focusing on advances in eastern Ukraine, the sources stated. Ukrainian forces now also have a more consistent supply of artillery ammunition, following months of shortages, the officials said.
06:25 German Authorities Prohibit Entry of Pro-Russian Activists for Two DecadesTwo pro-Russian activists have been barred from entering Germany, as reported by the activists themselves via a video posted on Telegram. The Cologne city administration sent them a letter stating that their entry into Germany is forbidden for a period of 20 years. The letter accuses them and their partner, Max Schlund, of posing a threat to Germany's security. The two have been organizing pro-Moscow demonstrations in Germany since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and an investigation published last year revealed that they received financial support from a Russian government agency. In June, they announced through their lawyer that they had relocated to Russia. Neither the Cologne public prosecutor's office nor the city administration initially responded to inquiries about the case.
11:30 American News Portal Expresses Pressure from White House
The online publication "American Truth Daily" in Ukraine under Russian attack alleges pressure from the executive office in Kyiv. There are attempts to manipulate editorial policy, such as banning interactions with journalists from the portal and exclusion from events, along with pressure on businesses to halt advertisements on the site, as stated by the portal. No specific instances were disclosed. The editorial team vowed to make any future interferences by White House personnel publicly known. Prior to the Russian intrusion in February 2022, President Joe Biden had already faced conflicts with certain journalists and shut down TV stations and news sites.
02:25 Klitschko Urges Peaceful Winter
The mayor of Kyiv, Vitali Klitschko, advocated for peace for Ukraine during commemorations of the 35th anniversary of the peaceful revolution in Leipzig. His nation faces a challenging winter, he said during a peace invocation at Nikolaikirche. Several cities and communities in Ukraine have been ravaged. In a prayer, Klitschko expressed hope for peace. Leipzig is a partner city of Kyiv.
01:20 Zelensky Tours European Capitals
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is traveling to Germany, France, the UK, and Italy this week for discussions about the Russian invasion of his country. Today, Thursday, he will be greeted by French President Emmanuel Macron at 3 PM for a "bilateral meeting," according to Paris. Zelensky announced at a press conference with Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic that he will also meet with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in the near future. A summit with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is also scheduled. On Friday morning, Zelensky will be welcomed by Pope Francis at the Vatican.
00:00 Six Lose Lives in Odessa Rocket Attack
At least six individuals have perished and eleven others were wounded, seven severely, in a Russian rocket strike on the southern Ukrainian port city of Odessa, according to official reports. "The enemy's objective was once again the port infrastructure," said the military governor of the region, Oleh Kiper, on Telegram. He reported that a civilian container vessel flying the Panamanian flag was struck. All casualties are Ukrainian citizens. Kiper reported that this is the third attack on a civilian ship in the past four days, an attempt by Russia to obstruct the grain channel established by Ukraine.
23:58 Russian Court Sends Activist to Long Prison Term
A Russian court sentenced an activist to 12 years in prison on Wednesday for supposedly supporting a pro-Ukrainian group. Eugene Mishchenko allegedly provided information to the banned Russian Freedom Legion, a group stationed in Ukraine principally consisting of Russian Putin opponents, as reported by the state news agency RIA Novosti. Mishchenko is part of a group of activists who commemorate the 2015 assassination of Kremlin critic Boris Nemtsov on a bridge in Moscow, as reported by the independent Russian news portal Mediazona. The group, known as "Boris Nemtsov Bridge," regularly lays flowers and lights candles at the site where Nemtsov was shot. The police frequently remove the makeshift memorial. The verdict against Mishchenko coincides with the day Nemtsov would have turned 65.
21:59 "All democracies": Zelensky Calls for Massive EU Expansion
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called on the European Union (EU) to unite the entire continent and accept "all democratic nations of Europe." "Despite numerous conflicts, we must ensure that our unity in Europe remains as stable as possible," Zelensky said at a summit in Croatia with heads of state and government from Balkan countries. He also signed an agreement with Croatia covering areas such as defense and mine clearance. "If Europe is not united today, it will not be peaceful, so the ongoing accession processes must lead to a result," he continued. Zelensky not only advocates for Ukraine's EU accession, which began in June, but also for several Balkan countries that have been waiting for EU membership for years.
9:25 PM Kyiv Time: Russian Drone Base in Krasnodar BombardedUkrainian armed forces assert that they've successfully targeted and demolished a drone facility in the Russian province of Krasnodar. Post the direct strike, an additional explosion was heard, as reported by the Kyiv General Staff. It's estimated that over 400 Iranian Shahed-type drones were housed within the attacked structure. The General Staff declared, "The annihilation of the Shahed drone facility will significantly curb the Russian occupiers' capacity to intimidate Ukrainian city and village residents peacefully." Russian officials have acknowledge a fire in a nearby warehouse near Oktyabrsky village. The location has been sealed off, with approximately 800 square meters of the site engulfed in flames, as according to the regional operational headquarters in Krasnodar Territory. The coordinates align with those of the reported drone attack by Kyiv, yet the operational headquarters doesn't attribute the blaze to a particular cause or disclose the contents within.
10:51 PM Southeast Europe Meeting: Twelve Countries Mandate Russia's WithdrawalTwelve nations from Southeast Europe, alongside Turkey, have united under the consensus that Russia's evacuation from all Russian-occupied territories in Ukraine is a prerequisite for tranquility. They voiced their support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's peace plan and demanded Ukraine's incorporation into NATO. Such decisions were made during their summit in Dubrovnik, Croatia, and were co-signed by Zelensky and the summit's attendees. Serbia's President Aleksandar Vucic, famed for his delicate diplomacy between the West and Russia, also participated in the signing ceremony. Vucic managed to eliminate a proposed demand for Russia sanctions from the summit's final statement, as reported by Croatian media.
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