ISW: Kremlin plans to fund crypto-mobilization efforts through 2027
Russia plans to allocate almost $1 billion for military contract payments from 2025 to 2027, indicating a continued reliance on crypto-mobilization for Ukraine war manpower.
Ukraine MoD green-lights 900 weapons in 2024, including 600+ domestic items
This marks a significant increase from 2023 when 405 samples were codified, including 244 domestic.
Ukrainian diplomat: Kerch Bridge must cease to exist for maritime freedom
Ukraine's Anton Korynevych presents arguments for the demolition of the Kerch Bridge, citing violations of freedom of navigation, environmental impacts, and cultural heritage concerns.
Drone attack sparks fire at Moscow military school
A drone attack allegedly on Moscow's Higher Combined Arms Command School caused a fire in southeastern Moscow.
Zelenskyy to pitch “Victory Plan” again at Ramstein meeting
President Zelenskyy's recent US trip to present Ukraine's "victory plan" failed to achieve concrete results, leaving Ukraine in an uncertain position regarding future support, WP says.
NYT: Ukraine trades space for Russian losses in Donbas
Ukraine's military strategy in Donbas involves a slow, controlled retreat from key towns, aiming to inflict maximum casualties on Russian forces while preserving its own troops. This approach seeks to exhaust Russia's resources in a prolonged war of attrition.
Ukraine anticipates Russian breakthrough attempt near Zaporizhzhia’s Orikhiv and Robotyne
Russian troops prepare for a renewed offensive in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, focusing on Ukraine's bridgehead near Orikhiv and Robotyne, the Ukrainian military says.
Russians launch over 90 aerial weapons at Ukraine, two missiles and 56 drones downed
At least four missiles and drones might have reached their targets, causing damage and injuries in Odesa.
Ukrainian drone strikes Russian S-400 radar in Belgorod Oblast (video)
Ukrainian drone attack disabled Russia's 96L6 radar, part of the S-400 surface-to-air missile system.
Sweden pledges € 2.4 million to boost Ukraine’s war crime investigations
The fund will support the SMEREKA e-case management system in Ukraine, upgrading digital infrastructure for law enforcement and prosecutors.
Swiss ambassador denies Switzerland’s support for China-Brazil “peace plan” for Ukraine
He clarified that Switzerland attended the recent China-Brazil peace meeting only as an observer.
European institutions halt contacts with Georgia’s government
The EU has halted high-level contacts with "Georgian Dream" government over its anti-Western stance. EU envoy Herczyński stressed democratic values and urged high voter turnout in the October elections.
Ukraine to receive $23.6 million in Norwegian investments through Norfund
The initiative aims to reduce risks for investing companies, support reconstruction efforts
Russia’s security chief at occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant dies in car blast
Ukrainian intelligence shared video of a car explosion in Russian-occupied Enerhodar, reportedly killing collaborator Andrii Korotkyi, head of "physical security" at Zaporizhzhia NPP.