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Drones damaged at least half of the buildings at "Yandex's" data center in Vladimir. The attack caused a fire and widespread service disruptions.
Starlink terminals lose connection at speeds of 72–161 km/h, complicating the operation of drones, logistics, and reconnaissance. Kyiv has appealed to the United States, SpaceX, and NATO.
The meeting in Miami on de-escalation and ending the war concluded without a second day. Witkoff called the discussions constructive and fruitful.
Ukrainian, American and European representatives will discuss new proposals for ending the war with Russia in Miami. Trump's envoys may travel to Moscow.
Trump's envoys will meet with Ukrainian representatives on October 9 in Miami. Allies, NATO, and the EU will join the negotiations.
The EU removed from its new sanctions list a Russian company that supplies metals to Estonia’s Silmet. The decision was made at the request of Estonia.
Marco Rubio said that the U. S. is closely monitoring the death of a laboratory employee in Irkutsk. The facility and several hospitals were placed under quarantine.
The U. S. secretary of state will visit Iceland, Greece, and Portugal from October 5–8. The sides will discuss defense, energy, Ukraine, and the Middle East.
On October 13, the EU may potentially open two negotiating clusters each for Ukraine and Moldova. Montenegro may close three chapters, while Albania may close one.
Former MP and businessman Vadym Novynskyi obtained Serbian citizenship through a special procedure. In Ukraine, he is wanted on suspicion of high treason.
Latvia rejected a proposal to lift sanctions against Usmanov and Fridman in exchange for extending restrictions on 3,000 individuals and companies. EU ambassadors continued negotiations.
On September 21, the EU is expected to decide on extending sanctions against the Russian Federation. Sybiha called for Usmanov and Fridman not to be excluded and for the restrictions to be strengthened.
After 95% of the protocols have been counted, the party has received 57. 83% of the votes and is leading in 209 constituencies. Russia's Central Election Commission is expected to announce the final results after September 25.
"United Russia" has received 57. 54% after 13.88% of the protocols were processed. The Communist Party of the Russian Federation, the Liberal Democratic Party of Russia, "New People" and "A Just Russia" clear the electoral threshold.
EU ambassadors failed to agree on extending sanctions against Russia and will meet on September 14. Slovakia and France are demanding that Alisher Usmanov be removed from the "blacklist".
Marco Rubio said that the negotiations could resume in the coming days. The US is preparing a plan for a solution acceptable to both sides.
The UN session will open on September 8, 2026, under the chairmanship of Khalilur Rahman. The general debate will take place from September 22 to 28, with talks on Ukraine possible.
At the Lukoil-Yugnefteprodukt oil depot, 4–6 tanks may have been destroyed. One aircraft refueling operator remained at Sochi Airport.
The U. S. Senate approved a bill on sanctions against Russia and Iran, but its consideration in the House of Representatives remains uncertain. Vlasiuk said there is broad bipartisan support for increasing pressure on Moscow.
Near the village of Yakimivka, a railway track and a loading platform for military equipment are being designed. The exact location of the training ground is unknown.
Trump's envoys' visit to Ukraine was postponed due to Russia's intensification of missile and drone attacks on Kyiv. It was not canceled.
The "Banderole" reportedly crashed near Kopatkevichi in the Gomel region, likely due to a lack of fuel. Ukrainian channels reported 12 drones.
Ambassador Chornogor said that Kyiv could meet with Lukashenko if it would save lives. He emphasized that such actions are possible, but not mandatory.
The U. S. House of Representatives approved moving forward with sanctions against Russia and Iran after the Senate's approval. The bill targets banks, the energy sector, and oligarchs, and also extends sanctions against Iran until 2031.
Debate has begun in the U. S. Senate on Lindsey Graham’s bill on sanctions against Russia and Iran. The final vote may take place as early as today.
President of Armenia Vahagn Khachaturyan signed a decree on August 2 appointing Nikol Pashinyan as Prime Minister. Earlier, Pashinyan submitted a resignation letter.
The body of 27-year-old blogger Bovorntat Pengsuk was discovered in a hotel two weeks after his disappearance. An investigation is underway under the article on incitement to suicide.
Special representatives of the US President Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are expected in Kyiv in the second half of August. The visit is timed to coincide with events marking the 35th anniversary of Ukraine's Independence.
US senators have amended a bipartisan bill on sanctions against Russia, extending its scope to Iran. The document maintains broad sanctions against Russia due to the war in Ukraine.
Diplomatic sources have confirmed a meeting between Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and US President Trump in Washington on July 28. This marks a significant diplomatic event.