The SBU detained an agent of Russian military intelligence in Donetsk region who was transmitting coordinates for Russian air attacks. The 53-year-old saleswoman from Sloviansk collected information about medical facilities and fortified areas by "interrogating" her acquaintances.
As a result of the Russian shelling on October 4, which damaged critical infrastructure, the Shostka community will receive enhanced energy supply from October 6. 125 Invincibility Points have also been deployed in Shostka to support the population.
In September, Russian business activity decreased to 46. 6 points according to the PMI index, which is the lowest since October 2022. This indicates a decline in economic activity due to rising credit costs, increased taxes, and Western sanctions.
German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt announced the creation of a federal police unit to combat drones, as well as a research and development unit. Germany will cooperate with Israel, Ukraine, and European partners, and the Bundeswehr will be authorized to assist the police in shooting down drones.
Since the beginning of October 4, 143 combat engagements have been recorded on the Russian-Ukrainian front. The invaders carried out 57 air strikes, dropped 119 guided aerial bombs, and used 3,890 kamikaze drones.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić stated that everyone is currently preparing for war, and the main question is which side everyone belongs to. He expressed concerns that no one wants to listen to each other anymore, and everyone is seriously preparing for armed conflicts.
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein signed "Iryna's Law," which strengthens the screening of criminals before their release on bail. The law prohibits cashless bail for violent crimes and recidivism, limits the powers of judges, and requires mental health evaluations for defendants.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy extended sanctions against Russian businessmen and introduced new restrictions on Russia's military industry and oil sector. He emphasized that this is part of a comprehensive policy of pressure on Russia.
The Special Operations Forces of Ukraine, with the assistance of the "Black Spark" movement, attacked the Kirishinefteorgsintez oil refinery in the Leningrad region. Units for the production of linear alkylbenzenes and primary oil processing were hit; this is already the third attack on the enterprise in 2025.
On October 5, Ukraine is expected to have cloudy weather with clearings, with heavy rains in the east and wet snow in the Carpathians in some places. The air temperature during the day will range from 8° in the west to 18° in the south and east.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that the EU will increase pressure on Russia after the attack on the railway station in Shostka. Russia attacked the station, hitting the Shostka-Kyiv passenger train, which resulted in about 30 casualties.
Since the beginning of October 4, 63 combat engagements have been recorded on the front, of which 16 attacks have been repelled in the Pokrovsk direction, where 4 more battles are ongoing. In total, the enemy launched four air strikes and carried out 113 shellings.
Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Russian drones carried out targeted strikes on passenger trains in Shostka. He called it a "double tap" aimed at rescuers and evacuees.
The G7+ group held an urgent meeting due to Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. Over 100 representatives from countries and international organizations discussed the consequences of the strikes and the immediate needs for recovery.
The European Parliament is considering accelerating the phasing out of Russian oil and gas imports. This involves stopping oil imports from 2026 and gas from 2027, according to amendments to the RePowerEU regulation.
At least 8 people were hospitalized as a result of Russian strikes on passenger trains in Shostka, according to the Prosecutor General's Office. Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko reported about 30 injured and hospitalized.
EU Special Representative for Sanctions David O'Sullivan stated that Europe is on the verge of a potential major conflict and does not have the resources to resolve it. Threats are escalating due to the war in Ukraine and drone flights over EU countries.
Overnight, Russia launched 109 Shahed/Gerbera drones and three Iskander-M/KN-23 ballistic missiles at Ukraine. Ukrainian air defense destroyed 73 enemy drones in the north and east of the country.
Visiting "educators" often move with their families, so their settlement changes the demographics. The occupiers settle them in the homes of Ukrainians who were forced to leave.
Russian forces likely accumulated ballistic and cruise missiles throughout September 2025 to conduct several separate large-scale drone and missile strikes across Ukraine. Ukrainian Patriot air defense systems remain the only systems capable of intercepting Russian ballistic missiles.
Over the past day, 159 combat engagements took place on the front line. The enemy launched three missile and 67 air strikes, used 41 missiles, dropped 142 guided aerial bombs, and deployed 6,264 kamikaze drones.
French President Emmanuel Macron expressed condolences over the death of French photojournalist Antony Lallican in Ukraine. The journalist died from a Russian drone strike while accompanying Ukrainian military personnel.
On October 4, cloudy weather with clearings is expected in Ukraine, moderate rains in most of the territory, and significant rains with thunderstorms in some places in Odesa, Mykolaiv, and Kherson regions. The daytime temperature will be 12-17°, in the east and south up to 20°.
Today marks World Animal Day, established in 1925, and the beginning of World Space Week, established by the UN in 1999. Also, Ukraine celebrates the Day of the Veterinary Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi is negotiating with Russia and Ukraine on restoring external power supply to the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. The plant has been operating on emergency backup power for ten days, and Ukraine is ready to carry out repairs if specialists' safety is ensured.
Since the beginning of the day, 147 combat engagements have been recorded at the front, Russians have used 2214 kamikaze drones and carried out 3238 shelling attacks. The occupiers launched one missile and 46 air strikes, used 38 missiles and dropped 46 guided aerial bombs.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha appealed to international partners to increase energy assistance to Ukraine. This happened after a large-scale night attack by Russia on the gas production infrastructure of the Kharkiv and Poltava regions, which was the largest since the beginning of the war.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha expressed condolences over the death of French photojournalist Anthony Lallican. He died from a targeted Russian drone strike in Donetsk region, his colleague was wounded.
The Cabinet of Ministers has allocated UAH 1 billion to the Ministry of Internal Affairs for the State Border Guard Service's unmanned aerial systems unit "Phoenix". The funds will be used to purchase attack and reconnaissance drones, as well as necessary equipment.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced new sanctions decisions, particularly against companies and individuals working for the Russian defense industry. Ukraine will combine its sanctions with international partners to increase pressure on Russia.
