Air raid alert
In Sumy's Kovpakivskyi district, a Russian drone attacked people near a shopping center. One person was killed, and two others were injured.
Three Tu-160s took off from Russia's Belaya airfield. In the event of missile launches, they are expected to enter Ukrainian airspace after 03:00.
Intelligence has detected Russia's preparations for a massive strike. Zelenskyy urged people to respond to air raid alerts and emphasized the need for assistance from partners.
"Ukrenergo" warned of scheduled electricity outages on October 7 from 00:00 to 23:59. The restrictions were caused by strikes on energy facilities.
Intelligence has recorded Russia’s preparations for a massive attack, and Ukraine is preparing a countermeasure. Over the past day, strikes on 8 regions claimed the life of one person.
During peak hours, trains on the Green Line will run according to a special schedule due to restrictions on the Southern Bridge. At other times, the regular timetable will apply.
The Ministry of Education and Science presented a guide to help overcome students’ learning losses caused by lessons interrupted by air-raid alerts. It contains steps for assessment and support.
An expert warned of prolonged outages in Kyiv due to new Russian strikes on the energy infrastructure. At temperatures as low as +5°C, they may last 14–16 hours.
On the night of October 6, Russia launched 137 drones at Ukraine, including 49 jet-powered ones. Hits were recorded at 17 locations.
According to the Ministry of Health, all hospitals in Ukraine have generators, 96% have autonomous heating, and 78% have their own water sources.
The authorities are preparing to reopen the skies, but without resolving aviation leasing issues, Ukrainian carriers may disappear. Their return should support the economy.
On the night of October 5, Russia launched 205 drones at Ukraine. Air defense shot down or suppressed 172 UAVs; hits were recorded in 13 locations.
A Russian drone struck the National Academy of Sciences; two people were killed and seven injured. Zelenskyy and Merz inspected the site of the attack.
During the yellow level, trains will transport passengers between the banks of the Dnipro. At the red level, service on the above-ground section will be suspended.
Ukrainian military forces struck a Russian Buk-M3, a base for attack UAVs, an electronic warfare station, telecommunications nodes and repair units.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, during his visit to Kyiv, called on Putin to end the war and attacks on civilians.
An enemy strike damaged a heat main in Kyiv. In the Desnianskyi district, repair crews are restoring hot water supply.
Russia launched 135 unmanned aerial vehicles from various directions, including 52 jet-powered ones. Air defense shot down or suppressed 125 enemy targets.
The Russian army struck central Dnipro, sparking a fire. The reported hit on the "Ukrtelecom" building has not been officially confirmed.
During Russia's attack on Ukraine, three missiles and two drones flew over Moldova. Debris caused a fire; there were no casualties.
The first underground kindergarten has opened in frontline Zaporizhzhia. The shelter, covering more than 900 m², is also accessible to children with special educational needs.
Fifteen-minute restrictions have been introduced on the Pivdennyi and Podilskyi–Voskresenskyi bridges during air raids. Other bridges are operating without changes.
Overnight, Russia launched 157 drones at Ukraine; air defense forces destroyed or suppressed 131 of them. Strikes were recorded at 12 locations.
Explosions were heard in Kaluga during a UAV attack and the operation of air defenses. Windows and balconies in at least several apartment buildings were damaged.
Russia carried out 60 airstrikes and deployed 6,230 kamikaze drones. Thirty-five occupiers were destroyed in the Pokrovsk direction.
Emergency medical workers in Kyiv will be paid UAH 250–500 for working during an air raid alert and at the site of an impact. They will also be provided with protective clothing.
The Southern Bridge is completely closed, while partial restrictions are in place on the other crossings. The Darnytskyi Bridge is operating without restrictions.
The Metro is ready to resume metro traffic on the Southern Bridge after yesterday’s attacks during a yellow alert level. But only after receiving an expert assessment of the structure’s condition.
According to Ukrainian intelligence, Putin ordered the removal of restrictions on air campaigns in September. After that, Russia intensified strikes on Kyiv.
An apparent drone crashed near Plauru in Romania and caused a fire. There were no casualties or damage; the Ministry of Defense is conducting an investigation.