Ahead of the parliamentary elections in the Czech Republic, about 300 accounts were identified that spread narratives favorable to Russia, mainly on TikTok. Their activities were coordinated by automated bots, which indicates the possible operation of a Russian "troll factory."
Russia plans to increase air strikes and the number of weapons on the territory of Ukraine. During the last attack, the enemy used almost 600 drones and 50 missiles, which led to the death of four people.
Soldiers of the 81st brigade showed the defeat of Russian forces near Serebryanka, where heavy fighting continues. The active work of Ukrainian drone operators prevents the occupiers from consolidating and accumulating forces.
The Lithuanian prosecutor's office is demanding 4 years in prison for 18-year-old Ukrainian Danylo Bardadym in the case of arson at an Ikea store in Vilnius. He is accused of terrorism and possession of explosives, and the damage from the fire was estimated at 485,000 euros.
The Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs warns citizens against traveling to Belarus due to documented cases of interrogations and detentions, as well as difficulties with consular assistance. Since May 20, 2024, there have been no diplomats or a consul at the Belarusian diplomatic mission in Estonia.
In Afghanistan, a complete internet shutdown occurred in the morning, accompanied by disruptions in telephone communications. The Taliban explains this as measures to ensure morality and control over the information space.
Soldiers of the 429th separate unmanned systems regiment "Achilles" hit two Russian TOS-1A "Solntsepyok" MLRS in the Kupyansk direction. This weakens the enemy's ability to deliver massive thermobaric strikes and reduces risks for the civilian population.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban stated that the country's energy security is directly linked to the supply of Russian gas and oil. He emphasized that Russian resources are cheaper, and abandoning them would lead to an increase in tariffs for the population.
Vladimir Putin signed a law on the denunciation of the European Convention against Torture, which could lead to an increase in the scale of torture. Ukrainian Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets stated that this deprives the world of international control mechanisms over Russian prisons and occupied territories.
As a result of Russian drone attacks in Sumy region, a 60-year-old woman died and a 23-year-old man was seriously wounded. The woman died in the hospital, the man is in serious condition.
US President Donald Trump has authorized Ukraine to launch long-range strikes on Russian territory, as announced by special envoy for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg.
On September 28, the Russian army lost 1080 servicemen, 53 artillery systems, and 7 tanks. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 29.09.25 amounted to approximately 1,109,590 personnel.
Russian troops carried out 696 attacks on Zaporizhzhia region, injuring 49 civilians. Two missile strikes, 10 air attacks, and 496 UAV attacks were recorded.
On Monday night, loud explosions were heard in Voskresensk, Moscow Oblast, likely from air defense systems engaging unknown drones. Information about casualties and damage is being clarified; there are no official comments from the Russian authorities.
On September 29, Ukraine is expected to have variable cloudiness and light rain, moderate in the west and north. Daytime temperatures will be 13-18°C, in the west and north 9-14°C, and in the Carpathians 1-5°C.
Moldova's Central Election Commission has processed 98. 94% of protocols, with the PAS party leading with 49.84% of the votes. The police warned against unrest and detained three individuals for preparing destabilization.
In recent weeks, NATO countries have faced provocations from Russia: fighter jet flights and drones over strategic facilities. These are elements of hybrid warfare aimed at destabilizing and dividing partners.
Famous American boxer Terence Crawford was detained by police in Omaha, Nebraska, on his birthday. He was handcuffed at gunpoint but later released after a document check.
On the night of September 28, Russian troops attacked the Akkerman Distillery enterprise in Odesa region, where AZNAURI cognac was produced. The bottling shop and warehouses were damaged, but there were no casualties. The company has product reserves and plans to resume production in the near future.
The Russian administration in occupied Luhansk region is preparing a "youth Stakhanovite movement," forcing students to internships at enterprises and participation in pseudo-competitions. This is an attempt to revive Soviet practices, returning the region to the past with repression and poverty.
Moldovan police detained three individuals, including two brothers, who coordinated groups from the left bank of the Dniester, for preparing mass riots after the elections. Pyrotechnic and flammable materials, which were planned to be used to provoke panic, were seized from the detainees.
The city of Bryansk in the Russian Federation was attacked on the night of September 29, with a preliminary hit on the Elektrodital industrial plant. Residents of the Karachevsky district are urged to stay home due to the missile threat.
US President Donald Trump decided to attend a meeting of generals in Virginia, which caused additional security measures and overshadowed the Secretary of Defense's speech. His decision was unexpected, but he will deliver an encouraging speech about the military's successes.
On September 27, in the village of Bilky, the beatification of Father Petro Pavlo Oros took place. He gave his life for Christ during the communist persecutions. The solemn Divine Liturgy was led by Bishop Teodor Matsapula.
Since mid-September, mobile internet has been unavailable in Melitopol, and access to Google Play and VPN has been blocked. The occupiers check phones at checkpoints, which makes using these services risky.
US President Donald Trump reported a positive reaction to his proposal for ending the war in Gaza, expressing optimism regarding support for the plan by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The 21-point plan proposed by the US envisages the return of hostages, an end to Israeli attacks on Qatar, and the resumption of dialogue between Israel and the Palestinians.
Since the beginning of the day, 109 combat engagements have been recorded, the enemy launched one missile and 58 air strikes. 50 missiles, 108 guided aerial bombs, 2706 kamikaze drones, and 3391 shelling attacks on positions were used.
Over half of the votes in Moldova's parliamentary elections have been counted. The PAS party is leading with over 42% of the vote, followed by the "Blocul Patriotic" in second place, and the "Alternativa" bloc in third. Final results will be announced after all protocols have been processed.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine is preparing an appeal to the headquarters of media outlets that participated in Russia's propaganda press tour to the occupied territories. Participants face legal consequences and a ban on entry to Ukraine.
One of the victims of the shelling of Kyiv is a woman who died in a shelter due to stress during an air raid. In total, four people were killed and 13 wounded in the attack, including a 12-year-old schoolgirl.