War in Ukraine
More than 50 long-distance trains are delayed as of the morning of September 29. The longest delay is 7 hours and 34 minutes for the Uzhhorod–Kharkiv train.
Russian acts of sabotage in the EU did not force countries to abandon aid to Ukraine. NATO calls for publicly blaming Moscow and increasing support for Kyiv.
Russian strikes damaged residential buildings, port and railway infrastructure. There are casualties in Kyiv and Odesa Oblast.
During the night of September 29, Russia launched a Zircon-type missile, two ballistic missiles, and 152 drones at Ukraine. Air defense destroyed 109 targets, including the missiles.
ATESH partisans discovered a Russian ammunition depot in occupied Luhansk region and passed the coordinates to the Defense Forces. They did not disclose the location of the facility.
Following Russia's strike on the National Academy of Sciences building in Kyiv, Bezuhla called for the academy to be reformed or shut down. Her words sparked a wave of criticism.
Russia has launched a covert mobilization, Robert “Madyar” said. By the end of 2026, Moscow may recruit up to 300,000 additional troops.
Emmanuel Macron condemned Russia's strike on the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine. France and Europe will continue to support Ukraine.
Over the past 24 hours, Russian forces’ losses increased by 1,440 military personnel and 1,474 drones. Total personnel losses reached 1,532,500.
Ukrainian military personnel detected and destroyed three camouflaged Russian tanks in the Oleksandrivka direction. The equipment had been buried 65 km from the front line.
During Operation “Vivaldi,” the Armed Forces of Ukraine remotely operated an explosive-laden BTR-60 on the Lyman axis. This keeps crews safe.
The St. Petersburg authorities plan to cut budget expenditures by 70.2 billion rubles. At the same time, an additional 6.4 billion rubles will be allocated to military personnel and their families.
The Geran-5 K5 modification has received DSMAC for navigation without a satellite signal. During the day, the system operates more accurately than at night.
In Kyiv, missile debris damaged an administrative building and an educational institution, while a non-residential structure caught fire in the Pecherskyi district. Twenty-six people have been affected by the attacks since September 28.
In the border town of Dorohusk, traffic was suspended three times due to the threat of drones or missiles. Warsaw fears new hybrid attacks by Russia.
Maia Sandu condemned the Russian strikes on Kyiv and Kharkiv, where people were killed and injured. She called for supporting Ukraine and punishing Russia.
London is not changing its policy of having no direct contacts with Russian officials. Ed Miliband called this a demonstration of solidarity with Ukraine.
In 2027, Russia plans to spend 17. 1 trillion rubles on the army — 32% more. This will account for 35% of the federal budget.
Alain Berset condemned Russia’s attack on Kyiv, as a result of which the National Academy of Sciences building caught fire. He promised to seek Russia’s accountability.
Andrea Maldera reported that Bondar and Ocheretko will miss the Nations League match against Ireland due to yellow cards. The coach supported Kyiv.
In Kyiv’s Shevchenkivskyi district, rescuers freed the body of another person killed in the building of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine. In the Solomianskyi district, cars are on fire\r\nafter a UAV fell.
According to Zelenskyy, Russia is increasing recruitment and plans to involve foreigners. More than 8,000 North Korean troops are in the Russian Federation, and another 10,000 are being prepared.
As a result of Russian attacks on Kyiv on September 28, 24 people were injured, including three children. One woman was killed, and six of the injured were hospitalized.
Pope Leo called on the participants in the negotiations to be ready for compromises for the sake of peace. He also warned Europe against the illusion that rearmament would solve the problem.
Sybiha said that Russian forces forcibly moved civilians through a gas pipeline near Kupiansk. He called this a violation of international law.
Putin increased the authorized strength of the Russian Armed Forces to 2. 44 million people, including 1.55 million military personnel. This is the fourth such decision in a year.
The government will allocate funds to defense, pensions, social benefits, and salaries for public-sector employees. Non-priority construction and improvements will be temporarily postponed.
The status does not provide for an automatic monthly payment. It provides educational, social and rehabilitation guarantees, while communities may add assistance.
In Volyn, a Shahed drone struck near the "Yahodyn" border crossing. The blast wave damaged the checkpoint; there were no fatalities or injuries.
Russia attacked Ukraine with 124 strike drones throughout the day, including 86 jet-powered ones. Air defenses shot down or suppressed 86 drones.