War in Ukraine
The SBU detained in Kyiv a resident of the occupied city of Melitopol who, on the FSB’s orders, was preparing an assassination attempt on a Russian opposition figure. She faces life imprisonment.
The war has created demand for thousands of engines for missiles and drones. Fire Point is testing its own engine for Flamingo and plans mass production.
Russia attacked an oil and gas facility in the Poltava region with ballistic missiles. The strike caused critical destruction, effectively making restoration impossible.
Two Lviv residents registered Starlink terminals under the names of nominees for the Russian military. All illegally connected terminals were blocked.
Russia is trying to expand the “gray zone” in the Dobropillia area, but the Defense Forces are holding back the attacks. Ukrainian intelligence is preventing the enemy from deploying armored vehicles.
The Zaporizhzhia–Przemyśl and Dnipro–Uzhhorod services are experiencing the longest delays—up to 11 hours. Ukrzaliznytsia warns that the timing is subject to change.
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.
The General Staff confirmed the strike on two Russian oil refineries, with fires breaking out on the premises. Their products meet the needs of the Russian army.
Due to Russian attacks and bad weather, consumers in seven regions were left without electricity. Morning electricity consumption increased by 4.5%.
As a result of the nighttime attack on Kyiv and 13 regions, four people were killed and 11 injured. Businesses, warehouses, the railway, and energy infrastructure were damaged.
Mike Waltz linked Trump's concern to Russia's role in the global diesel market. Fuel prices affect inflation and the economy.
Putin is likely to attend the APEC summit in Shenzhen on November 18–19. His participation in the G20 in Florida together with Trump is unlikely.
Zelenskyy met with U. S. senators and Macron before talks with Trump. They discussed sanctions against the russian federation, de-escalation, and Ukraine’s air defense needs.
Russian drones damaged 34 facilities in four districts of the Kyiv region. The most destruction was recorded in Bucha District.
Russia launched missiles and 220 drones at Ukraine, with the main strike hitting three regions. Air defenses shot down or suppressed 186 targets.
Kaja Kallas urged the EU to extend sanctions against Russia and swiftly adopt a new package. Countries are arguing over Usmanov and Fridman.
Zelenskyy and Trump’s meeting will take place at 20:15 Kyiv time. The leaders will discuss energy de-escalation, air defense, and ending the war.
“ATESH” reported an undisclosed appeal by deputies to Belousov over losses near Lyman. There is no independent confirmation of the information.
The Rosneft-owned Kuibyshev Oil Refinery caught fire in Samara after a nighttime attack. ASTRA’s OSINT analysis confirmed that the facility was hit.
Over the past day, the Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated 1,230 Russian military personnel, 3 tanks, 42 artillery systems, and 1,441 UAVs. The total losses of the Russian army reached 1,520,880 personnel.
The Russian attack on Dnipro claimed the lives of two people and injured six. People may still be trapped under the rubble of the enterprise.
In Ukraine, Partisan Glory Day is observed, while around the world there are environmental and medical observances. Bulgaria and Mali celebrate their independence.
The leaders of France and the United States discussed a mutual moratorium by Ukraine and Russia on long-range strikes against energy facilities. Macron will present the proposal to Zelenskyy.
Zelenskyy arrived at the UN General Assembly, where he will hold around 20 meetings and meet with Trump. Ukraine plans to sign the Drone Deal.
The Russian authorities are preparing measures in case the fuel crisis worsens. By mid-September, gasoline had disappeared from 45–53% of gas stations, while prices had risen by 21%.
The Pentagon ordered Ukrainian company Skyeton’s ACS-3 Raybird reconnaissance drones for $10. 64 million. The drones can cover up to 2,500 km and fly for 24 hours.
Industrial enterprises in Dnipro, Kryvyi Rih and Pavlohrad were attacked. At least three people were wounded in Dnipro, and fires broke out.
Andrii Sybiha said that Belarus supports Russian aggression with resources and infrastructure. He called for Lukashenko to be brought before a tribunal.
The President of Finland said that Russia is using hybrid attacks to pressure Europe. He sees no signs of preparations for a war with NATO.
The Russian Federation has begun exporting oil from Vostok Oil in the Arctic. Production is planned to increase to 1 million barrels per day by 2030.