French President Emmanuel Macron expressed condolences over the death of French photojournalist Antony Lallican in Ukraine. The journalist died from a Russian drone strike while accompanying Ukrainian military personnel.
On October 3, Russian troops lost 950 soldiers and 10 cruise missiles. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 04.10.25 amount to 1,114,380 personnel.
On the night of October 4, drones attacked one of Russia's largest oil refineries, Kirishinefteorgsintez, in the city of Kirishi. Local residents report hits on the plant's production facilities and flashes of flame on the plant's territory.
On October 4, cloudy weather with clearings is expected in Ukraine, moderate rains in most of the territory, and significant rains with thunderstorms in some places in Odesa, Mykolaiv, and Kherson regions. The daytime temperature will be 12-17°, in the east and south up to 20°.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed surprise at US President Donald Trump's statement about Hamas' readiness for peace and his call for Israel to stop bombing the Gaza Strip. The Israeli negotiating team, however, considered Hamas' response to be positive for a deal.
Donald Trump announced a large-scale celebration of the 250th anniversary of US naval power on October 5 in Norfolk. The "Salute to the Fleet" event will be the largest in the history of the American navy.
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Units of the 5th Separate Assault Kyiv Brigade destroyed a Russian cannon, self-propelled artillery, two D-20 cannons, and a mortar in the Kramatorsk direction. This was the result of coordinated work by intelligence, operators, and artillerymen.
Russia is intensifying the destabilization of Europe, as evidenced by unidentified drones in the airspace and provocations by warships. Belgium is investigating drone incursions, which may be part of Russia's hybrid campaign.
Russian troops attacked Chernihiv on the night of October 4, causing fires at the impact sites. There is currently no information about casualties.
The US Senate failed for the fourth time to pass spending proposals needed to reopen the federal government, extending the shutdown into next week. Two separate spending proposals failed to garner the necessary 60 votes.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki signed a decree on the deployment of armed forces units to assist the border guard service on the borders with Germany and Lithuania. The military will be stationed at the borders from October 5, 2025, to April 4, 2026.
US President Donald Trump stated that Hamas is ready for lasting peace. He called on Israel to immediately cease bombing the Gaza Strip for the safe release of hostages.
On Friday evening, Munich Airport was closed again, with all take-offs and landings halted after a drone warning. Police helicopters were scrambled, both runways were closed, and federal police are conducting searches.
The Ukrainian U-20 youth national team defeated Paraguay 2-1 in the final match of the group stage of the World Cup in Chile. This victory secured the Ukrainians first place in Group B with seven points.
Due to a fuel shortage in occupied Crimea, public transport routes are being reduced. The deficit reaches 56% of the demand, and fuel is issued on a limited basis.
In the summer of 2025, the musician was acquitted of more serious charges of racketeering and human trafficking. He was denied bail at the time.
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak expressed condolences to the family of French photojournalist Anthony Lallican, who died from a targeted Russian drone strike in Donetsk region. According to him, Lallican died while performing his work on the front line alongside Ukrainian defenders.
The Hamas group has agreed to US President Donald Trump's plan to end military actions in the Gaza Strip. They will release prisoners and transfer control of the enclave to the Palestinian government.
Russian occupation administrations have been instructed to reduce the use of Ukrainian words in the daily lives of locals. This is part of a broader policy of assimilation and pressure aimed at displacing the Ukrainian language.
Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) announced the suspension of cooperation with the IAEA. This decision was made after the UN Security Council did not lift sanctions against the country.
Finnish President Alexander Stubb stated that security guarantees for Ukraine, discussed by the "Coalition of the Willing," would require European countries to fight Russia in the event of future aggression. These guarantees would become effective after an agreement between Ukraine and Russia, with Russia having no veto power over their format.
On September 20, Russian troops lost 1010 soldiers, 553 drones, and 29 cruise missiles. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 21.09.25 amount to 1,101,610 personnel.
Agents of the "ATESH" partisan movement blew up railway tracks in Russian Smolensk leading to an aircraft factory that produces Kh-59 missiles. Missile logistics are currently disrupted, and enterprises of the Russian military-industrial complex are not protected.
Kremlin insiders indicate that Putin remains committed to a war of attrition strategy against Ukraine and the West. He believes that military escalation will force Ukraine into peace negotiations on his terms.
On September 21, partly cloudy weather without precipitation is expected in Ukraine, with fog in places. The air temperature during the day will be 22-27°.
A military parade took place in Belgrade with the participation of 10,000 troops and equipment from Israel, the UAE, Russia, and China. President Vučić stated that the parade underscores the country's ability to defend its independence.
Midfielder of the Ukrainian national team Georgiy Sudakov scored his debut goal for Lisbon's Benfica in an away match of the sixth round of the Portuguese championship against AVS. The Ukrainian scored in the third added minute of the first half, and his team won with a score of 3:0.
French President Emmanuel Macron instructed the Minister of Justice to improve the response to antisemitism and its new forms. This happened on the eve of Paris's announced recognition of Palestine.
US President's Special Representative Keith Kellogg stated that Vladimir Putin is not a "good person" and some of his actions are absolutely terrible. He noted that Donald Trump does not give Putin any breaks, but only tries to provide opportunities for diplomacy.
