Vladimir Putin
Zelenskyy urged the US to open Starlink for Ukraine and strengthen its air defense. He believes that the necessary capabilities already exist.
Putin may change his tactics in the war against Ukraine and focus on strikes against Kyiv’s bridges. General Sergei Surovikin, known by the nickname "General Armageddon," has been brought in for this purpose.
Putin did not receive a congratulatory telegram from Trump on October 7. At the same time, the Kremlin expects a phone call between the presidents.
Senators are calling for action against Russia's shadow fleet and satellite system. Most of the sanctions will take effect on October 18.
Lavrov said that Europe had derailed the Russia–US agreements in Anchorage. Moscow is allegedly ready for trilateral talks but is waiting for proposals from Kyiv.
Zelenskyy said that Putin does not feel the consequences of aggression and is interested in war. He also criticized the easing of sanctions.
Donald Trump said that he has a call scheduled with Vladimir Putin today, and also reminded everyone that it is the birthday of the Russian dictator.
Russia’s defense spending in 2026 could reach 17 trillion rubles. The budget deficit will rise to more than 7 trillion rubles.
Ambassadors from the 27 EU countries are discussing scenarios for a large-scale hybrid attack with casualties. The talks intensified after an explosive drone was discovered in Leipzig.
Military representatives of all 32 NATO countries arrived in Kyiv for talks with the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The Alliance reaffirmed its support for Ukraine's sovereignty.
Trump announced an upcoming conversation with Putin following the death of a laboratory technician at an anti-plague center in Siberia. The WHO called on Russia to be transparent.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister said that Moscow was behind the incident involving armed individuals and migrants on the Latvia–Belarus border. Ukraine supported Latvia.
A meeting between the Russian dictator and the Chinese leader is scheduled for the APEC summit. No agreement has yet been reached on trilateral talks with Trump.
Johann Wadephul said that Putin may have plans concerning Georgia, Moldova, the Baltic states and Poland. He called Russia's imperialism a threat to Europe.
In the first reading, the Seimas of Lithuania approved lifting the ban on weapons of mass destruction. The final vote is scheduled for January 12.
Sweden will replace the Netherlands and deploy Patriot systems and around 100 military personnel in Poland. The aim is to protect NATO’s logistics hub.
ISW forecasts the deployment by Russia of more resilient attack drones in the autumn and winter. They may be used against the energy sector, logistics, and railways.
Zelenskyy hopes that the United States will organize a meeting between Ukraine, Russia, and America in October. Kyiv is ready for negotiations, but is waiting for Moscow to be ready.
India is holding talks with Russia and Ukraine on shipping, energy, and ending the attacks. New Delhi seeks to strengthen its diplomatic role.
Russia began its winter strike campaign back in September, attacking Ukraine's energy sector and critical infrastructure. ISW explained the Kremlin's calculation.
Milorad Dodik’s party retained key positions and control over the parliament of Republika Srpska. Dodik attributed the victory to Trump and thanked Putin.
Zelenskyy said that concessions to Putin could break Ukraine. The president urged people not to sow panic and to preserve the unity of the state.
Sales of electric vehicles and hybrids in Russia rose to 83,000 in January–August. The reason was a gasoline shortage following attacks by Ukrainian drones.
Russia's Defense Ministry announced that it would intensify strikes on Ukraine's military facilities. The purported reason was Zelenskyy's statement about responding with strikes on Russian oil refineries.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, during his visit to Kyiv, called on Putin to end the war and attacks on civilians.
Bosnians are electing the presidency, parliament and local authorities amid interethnic tensions. The elections are accompanied by glitches in the new electronic system.
According to ISW, in September Russia did not capture 1,301 sq km, but lost up to 175. 18 sq km of territory. The Kremlin's statements were called part of cognitive warfare.
The Foreign Ministry stated that Russia’s placing Ukrainian officials on a wanted list has no legal force. The ministry reminded of the ICC arrest warrants for Putin, Shoigu and Gerasimov.
The United States and Russia are discussing the possible sale of Lukoil’s international assets worth billions of dollars as part of negotiations to end the war. No final decision has been made, and the transfer of the assets would require OFAC approval.
Russia and its allies conducted exercises involving the seizure of territories and the creation of a security zone outside the country. 47,000 military personnel took part.