Russian military to grow by 180,000 personnel, decree states
Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree to increase the country's armed forces by 180,000 personnel, bringing the total to 2.39 million.
Zelenskyy: Russia launched over 640 Shahed-type drones at Ukraine in September
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reports an intensification of Russian drone attacks, with over 640 Shahed-type drones launched at Ukraine in early September.
US Security Adviser: Ukraine’s sovereignty crucial in any peace plan
Jake Sullivan, speaking at a conference in Kyiv via video, warned against peace proposals that sideline Ukrainian interests in favor of external agendas.
Russia faces economic crisis peak by summer 2025, says Ukrainian intelligence
Ukrainian intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov has revealed that North Korean munitions are having a substantial impact on the intensity of combat operations in Ukraine.
Russians strike at Kharkiv, injuring 41 people – UPDATED
A Russian strike using guided aerial bombs hit a multi-story apartment building in Kharkiv, causing a fire and injuring 33 people, including 3 kids,
Cyprus revokes citizenship of Ukrainian oligarch Kolomoisky
The Cypriot Cabinet has stripped eight individuals of their citizenship, including Ukrainian tycoon Igor Kolomoyskyi, citing false pretenses and withheld information in their applications.
Netherlands failed to assemble promised Patriot system for Ukraine after unnamed partner’s exit
The Dutch government is seeking new partners to complete a Patriot air defense system for Ukraine after an initial collaboration fell through.
FM Sybiha calls for increased support as Putin’s threats have pattern of inaction
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha called on Western allies to increase support for Kyiv, arguing that Russian President Vladimir Putin's threats have repeatedly proven empty.
Bloomberg: US, UK worried that Russia reveals nuclear secrets to Iran
Western officials express growing concern over Russia's alleged sharing of nuclear secrets with Iran in exchange for ballistic missiles.
Russia claims interception of 29 Ukrainian drones in overnight attack
The Russian military reports neutralizing a large-scale Ukrainian drone attack, with air defenses active in regions across a 1,034.4 kilometer stretch from Bryansk to Rostov.
ISW: Ukrainian troops advance in Kursk Oblast, capture several villages
President Zelenskyy said Russia is concentrating up to 70,000 troops in Kursk Oblast following Ukrainian advances in the region.
Ukraine downs guided missile and 10 Shahedis overnight
Two civilians in Nikopol were injured following Russian attacks, which also caused damage to residential buildings and infrastructure, local officials report.
Polish FM: Payments for Czech shell initiative delayed but forthcoming
A criminal case against a former Polish official has temporarily derailed the country's financial support for a Czech-led initiative to provide Ukraine with much-needed artillery ammunition.
British intelligence: With Iranian missiles, Russia to be able to hit Ukrainian targets near front line
British defense intelligence reports that new Iranian missiles will allow Russia to conduct more precise strikes on Ukrainian targets near the front lines.