Huge drone attack on Moscow leaves one dead and oil facility damaged IN FULL The Independent UK · Oct 6
Ukraine hits Moscow with one of its largest drone attacks in two years Ukraine launched overnight one of its largest drone attacks on Moscow in the past two years, killing two men and injuring several people in the Russian capital, local officials said on Tuesday. France 24 · Oct 6
Moscow under drone swarm: Ukraine launches massive overnight attack Ukraine launched an overnight drone attack involving around 650 drones targeting the Moscow region, Russian authorities said on Tuesday, in one of the largest such attacks on the Russian capital and its surroundings in the past two years. The Times of India · Oct 6
Fake NATO deaths, Epstein claims and drones: how Russia targets elections in the Baltics Russia-linked disinformation campaigns targeting elections in Estonia and Latvia have focused less on individual candidates or the voting process itself and more on sowing confusion around the security issues shaping voters’ decisions, according to a new report. Euronews · Oct 6
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Two dead in Kyiv as Zelensky warns of massive incoming Russian attack Multiple explosions in Kyiv as Russian Tu-95 bombers approach border The Independent UK · Oct 6
UN ‘largely irrelevant’ to major global conflicts, Jaishankar says, calls for reform S Jaishankar addressed the need for reform in the United Nations during the 5th Kautilya Economic Conclave. He pointed out the UN's irrelevance in addressing significant global issues, including conflicts in Ukraine and the Gulf. Jaishankar noted that the Security Council is gridlocked and does not represent global interests adequately.… The Economic Times · Oct 6
Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv claims half of Russia’s oil refining capacity destroyed Ukraine says its long-range strikes have hurt Russian economy while Vladimir Putin concedes they have cost Russia roughly 1% of GDP. What we know on day 1,686 The Guardian - AU · Oct 6
Fuel from South Korea being shipped to Russia as Ukraine war grinds on Exclusive: Guardian analysis finds more than 150,000 tonnes of fuel was shipped to Russian ports in July and August, some using sanctioned tankers The Guardian - AU · Oct 5
Trump blames Ukraine for record-breaking US gas prices in latest rant IN FULL The Independent UK · Oct 5
U.S. Army Is Tests Counter-Drone Weapons at Mexican Border: Almost 400 Incursions Were Detected in 30 Days. Soldiers tested technology designed to detect and disable small drones during a recent exercise. International Business Times · Oct 5
Trump blames war-ravaged Ukraine’s efforts to fight off Russia – for our sky-high gas prices President’s new Truth Social post attempts to deflect blame for sky-high fuel costs on Ukraine attacks on Russian refineries — as Iran war and Hormuz Strait standstill continues with no end in sight The Independent UK · Oct 5
German Chancellor Merz Arrived In Ukraine On Sunday. Russia Launched Strikes Anyway. Berlin's foreign intelligence chief said the country is at risk of entering a "violent conflict with Russia. International Business Times · Oct 5
Russia is using Ukraine’s children to win its occupation – and the wider war A year or so after the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the city of Murmansk in Russia’s Arctic north-west marked its annual regional day with a celebration for children. Alongside the sons and daughters of Russian soldiers stood children taken from the occupied Prymorskyi district of Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia region. The Conversation · Oct 5
France 24 · Oct 5 Macron slams Russia’s ‘irresponsible’ strikes on Ukraine’s civilian infrastructure French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday slammed Russia's increased strikes on Ukrainian civilian infrastructure. In a phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Macron said he reviewed "the concrete support" Europe can provide Ukraine to defend itself against the attacks.
The Economic Times · Oct 5 India navigating multipolar 'age of flux', says Jaishankar; talks on with Russia, Ukraine for safe Black Sea passage External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar affirmed the importance of the US as a primary strategic partner for India. He emphasized India's nuanced approach to relationships with various nations including China and Russia. Jaishankar also addressed the challenges in securing grain and fuel shipments amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict. He called for…
Euronews · Oct 5 Ukraine warns of fake government and media sites tied to Russian intelligence Ukraine's security agency claims that Russia is impersonating official government sites to spread disinformation and collect personal data.
The Economic Times · Oct 5 India's sunflower oil imports hit four-year low on Black Sea disruption; palm oil rises India’s sunflower oil imports fell 36% in September to their lowest level in more than four years as the Ukraine war disrupted Black Sea shipments, pushing refiners towards palm oil. Palm oil imports climbed to a seven-month high of 810,000 tonnes as buyers also built stocks ahead of the festive…
The Independent UK · Oct 5 India says it wants to be more involved in ending Ukraine war as Zelensky hails peace plan Ukrainian foreign minister calls Delhi’s ceasefire proposal ‘most comprehensive’
The Independent UK · Oct 5 Ukraine claims its attacks have taken out more than half of Russia's oil refining capacity Ukraine says its long-range strikes have neutralized over half of Russia's oil refining capacity
The Economic Times · Oct 5 Ukraine scrambles for money to fight war as Russian strikes batter economy Kryvyi Rih, the hometown of President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, is severely impacted by Russian airstrikes disrupting economic activities. The city's largest employer has halted operations, contributing to a dire financial situation. Ukraine faces a significant budget crisis requiring $56 billion for this year to address military and economic needs. Delayed foreign…
Euronews · Oct 5 Iran war: 'Europe not being at the table is a failure', Charles Michel says Former European Council President Charles Michel says the EU must have a stronger role in resolving conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 5 Putin’s escalating bombing campaign won’t break Ukrainians’ resolve. History shows that it’s doomed to fail As the fifth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion looms, it’s worth remembering that this mode of warfare rarely crushes morale, says Rajan Menon, professor emeritus of international relations
Euronews · Oct 5 How is Europe tightening borders and speeding up returns? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot The EU is toughening its migration policy, just months after rolling out the Migration and Asylum Pact. But where does it want to invest, and what tools does it plan to use? Ask the Euronews AI chatbot.
Euronews · Oct 5 Merz and Mathernová send a message to Moscow from Kyiv Good morning, Brussels. It’s Monday, and I am Angela Skujins. On today’s agenda: Friedrich Merz in Kyiv, Charles Michel on "our commo future", and the Brazilian ballot. Let’s dive in.