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Ukraine and Russia Reportedly Agree to Large-Scale Prisoner Exchange in Abu Dhabi
Ukraine and Russia have reportedly reached an agreement on a large-scale prisoner exchange during the first day of trilateral peace negotiations in Abu Dhabi, Interfax-Ukraine reported on November 10, citing a source close to the Ukrainian negotiating team. According to the source, the agreement would allow a substantial number of prisoners to be exchanged in the near future.
Two Judges Behind Russia’s Hockey Ban Reversal Had Previously Appeared at Moscow Conferences
Category World A sign of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) is seen during the inauguration of its new headquarters in Lausanne on June 27, 2022. (Source: Getty Images) Two of the three Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) arbitrators who cleared the way for Russia’s national ice hockey team to return to international competitions had earlier spoken at legal events in Moscow.
India Expands Ukraine Peace Mediation Offer to Include Black Sea Food Corridors
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on November 9 that India is ready to help establish food corridors in the Black Sea. Zelenskyy shared the details on his official Telegram channel following a conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He described the talks as focused on the diplomatic situation and on Ukraine’s preparations for the meeting in Abu Dhabi. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.
Russia’s Southern Ports Lose More Than Half Their Agricultural Cargo, Ukrainian Intelligence Reports
Category World Old, rusting port cranes at the port of Dudinka in Taimyr, Russia. Illustrative image. (Photo: Open source) Cargo traffic through Russia’s southern ports has nearly halted amid deteriorating security in the Azov–Black Sea basin, while Moscow has refused requests for financial assistance, Ukraine’s Foreign Intelligence Service (SZRU) reported on November 9.
As Putin Sends Diesel Tankers Toward US, Russia Imposes Fuel Limits at Home
Russian oil company Rosneft has reintroduced fuel purchase limits at its gas stations across Russia following a series of Ukrainian drone strikes on oil refineries, Meduza reported on November 9. The Economic Development Ministry of Russia's Zabaykalsky region announced that Rosneft had imposed nationwide restrictions, limiting purchases to 30 liters per customer at urban gas stations and 50 liters along highways.
Sandu Says Moldova Buys No Russian Gas After Decades of Moscow’s “Energy Blackmail”
Moldova no longer purchases Russian natural gas and is expanding its electricity connections with Europe, RBC-Ukraine reported on November 9, citing President Maia Sandu. On November 8, Moldova inaugurated the 157-kilometer Vulcănești–Chișinău high-voltage transmission line, connecting the country's southern region with its capital and providing an additional route for electricity imports from Romania and the European energy grid. We bring you stories from the ground.
Seven Strikes in One Year: Russia’s Afipsky Oil Refinery Faces Another Ukrainian Drone Attack
A fire broke out near Russia’s Afipsky oil refinery in Krasnodar region following a reported Ukrainian drone attack overnight, Militarnyi reported on November 6, citing the Ukrainian monitoring channel Exilenova+. Local residents documented multiple explosions and Russian air defense activity in the area. According to eyewitness accounts, thick smoke from the refinery drifted toward the outskirts of Krasnodar, while footage circulating online showed a bright glow from the fire.
Russia Plans 374 RASSVET-4 Satellites as Two Earlier Spacecraft Fall From Orbit
Russia registered two filings for a satellite network named RASSVET-4 with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), according to records the agency published on October 29. The submissions, registered under references RUS2026-85633 and RUS2026-85634, include advance publication information and a request for international coordination. These procedures concern planned satellite frequencies and orbital operations and do not confirm that Rassvet-4 spacecraft have entered service.
Russia Agreed to Supply Iran 90 Launchers for Missiles Used Against Ukraine
Russia agreed to supply Iran with 90 helicopter-mounted launchers for precision-guided missiles used extensively against Ukraine, the Financial Times reported on November 5, citing Russian defense industry documents. The documents, obtained by Ukrainian private intelligence organization Dallas Analytics, contain a production schedule for 2024 and 2025.
Russia’s Most Aggressive Satellite Threat Yet? Expert Warns of Possible Attack Rehearsal
A Russian military satellite approached a Finnish-operated imaging satellite in low Earth orbit in what a US specialist suspects was an attack rehearsal, Reuters reported on November 5. Russia’s Cosmos 2612 came within approximately one kilometer of ICEYE’s X36 satellite in mid-October, with some analysts estimating the distance at just a few hundred meters. ICEYE supplies radar imagery to Western governments and militaries, including Ukraine. We bring you stories from the ground.
Ukraine Expands Private Air Defense to Manned Aircraft and Warhead-Equipped Interceptor Drones
Ukraine’s government has approved six changes to its experimental private air defense program, allowing businesses to protect other companies’ facilities, deploy manned aircraft, and expand interceptor drone operations, Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense announced on November 4. Under the new rules, companies participating in private air defense can protect facilities belonging to other businesses through contractual agreements.
Violent Clashes at Ukraine’s National Guard Facility Near Kyiv, Explained
A confrontation outside a National Guard facility near Kyiv on November 2 sparked allegations of mistreatment and a criminal investigation, while Ukrainian military officials warned that Russia was trying to exploit the unrest. A confrontation outside a National Guard facility near Kyiv on November 2 prompted allegations of mistreatment, claims of outside interference, and an official investigation into the incident.
St. Petersburg Diesel Supply Falls Below 40% Amid Russia’s US Fuel Export Deal
Diesel availability at gas stations in St. Petersburg has fallen below 40% following Russia's urgent fuel export arrangements with the US, The Moscow Times reported on November 2. According to data from the fuel-tracking service GdeBenz, analyzed by economist Janis Kluge, diesel availability dropped from approximately 70% of filling stations in late October to less than 40% within just over a week. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.
Hackers Raise Supermarket Freezers to 55°C as Cyberattack Spreads Across Seven EU Countries
Hackers disrupted refrigeration systems across at least seven European Union countries on November 2, remotely manipulating temperatures and forcing some retailers to discard chilled and frozen food, Reuters reported on the same day. Incidents were registered in Sweden, Finland, Ireland, Belgium, Luxembourg, Estonia, and the Netherlands.
How Russia's 3-Month Chemical Export Ban Reveals a Supply Crisis With Military Stakes
Category World Black smoke rises from the refinery where a fire broke out following a strike as firefighting efforts continue in Moscow, Russia, on June 18, 2026. (Source: Getty Images) Russia imposed a three-month ban on exports of key petrochemical products on November 2 amid growing pressure on domestic fuel and industrial raw material supplies from disruptions at refineries and petrochemical facilities hit by Ukrainian strikes.
Russia Blankets Key Sites in Occupied Crimea With Starlink Jammers, Adviser Warns
Russia has covered nearly all of the strategic facilities in temporarily occupied Crimea with Starlink-jamming electronic warfare systems, Serhii Flash, adviser to the President of Ukraine on the Development of Defense Technologies, warned on November 2. He added that Russian forces are also using the system more frequently along the front line, and that the number of such systems continues to grow. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.
Russia Strikes Kherson Hospital Hours After Ceasefire Ends, With More Drone Attacks Feared
Russian forces struck a hospital in central Kherson with a drone on November 2, just hours after a temporary ceasefire established for a humanitarian evacuation operation ended. This was reported by Ukrinform on November 2, citing Yaroslav Shanko, head of the Kherson City Military Administration. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field. DONATE NOW "At around 7:40 a.m., Russian terrorist forces attacked central Kherson with a drone," Shanko wrote on Facebook.
639 Posts, 7.4 Million Views—Russia-Linked Network Targeted French Anger Over Ukraine Aid
Category World A protestor with a gas mask holds a French flag in front of a fire at the Boulevard des Capucines during a demonstration to protest against the "high cost of living” in Paris on October 17, 2026. (Source: Getty Images) Russia-linked Doppelganger disinformation network accounts spent six weeks before France’s October 17 protests turning cost-of-living anger against Ukraine aid.
Ukraine’s SABER Adds Remote Fire Support to Germany’s GEREON Unmanned Ground Vehicle
German defense technology company ARX Robotics and Ukrainian manufacturer ROBONEERS have successfully completed initial integration tests of the Ukrainian SABER combat module with the German GEREON unmanned ground vehicle, the companies announced on October 29. The companies plan to integrate SABER weapon stations in M2 and MK 19 (M) configurations with GEREON platforms by the end of 2026.
US Clears 500 Patriot PAC-3 Missiles for Ukraine in $2.1 Billion Sale
The US State Department approved a possible $2.1 billion sale of 500 Patriot PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE) interceptors to Ukraine on October 30, but the decision does not constitute a signed contract or guarantee immediate deliveries. The State Department announced the decision as part of the formal congressional notification process for potential foreign military sales. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.
US Cancels Traditional G20 Group Photo After European Diplomats Refuse to Stand With Lavrov
The US canceled the traditional G20 foreign ministers' group photo ahead of their October 30 meeting in Atlanta after European diplomats refused to be photographed alongside Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. The Daily Mail reported on October 30, citing two US officials who confirmed that Secretary of State Marco Rubio canceled the photograph to prevent the controversy from disrupting the summit. Several European representatives had threatened to walk out if the photo session proceeded.
Ukraine's Fire Point Builds Starlink-Free Strike Technology to Reduce Foreign Dependence
Ukrainian weapons manufacturer Fire Point has developed technology allowing its long-range strike systems to complete missions against targets in Russia and Russian-occupied Ukrainian territory without relying on SpaceX satellite connectivity. Fire Point CEO Iryna Terekh told Reuters in an interview published on October 30 that the company had developed technological workarounds to maintain strike capabilities despite restrictions on satellite communications. We bring you stories from the ground.
20 Dead in Russian Strikes—Ukraine Convenes Emergency UN Meeting and Demands Russia Out
Ukraine is convening an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council following Russian strikes on Dnipro, Chernihiv, and Kremenchuk that killed 20 Ukrainians and wounded dozens more, Ukraine’s UN envoy announced on October 30. Ukraine’s permanent representative to the UN, Andrii Melnyk, announced the move on X, accusing Russia of deliberately targeting civilians in the three cities. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.
A Russian Passport Can Reportedly Get You Banned From Claude, Even Abroad
Anthropic’s Claude AI service has begun requiring users to verify their identities and reportedly blocking accounts after they submit Russian passports, including those with active paid subscriptions. This was reported by The Moscow Times on October 29, citing Russian technology outlet VC.ru and complaints from affected users. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.
NATO–Ukraine AI Forecasts Russian Drone Threats 24 Hours Ahead, 50 Kilometers Behind Front
A soldier of the 505th Marine Battalion with the call sign "Frank" looks at a monitor at a command and observation post in the Novopavlivka direction on April 1, 2026, Ukraine. (Source: Getty Images) NATO and Ukraine have developed an artificial intelligence system capable of predicting Russian drone activity up to 24 hours in advance across areas extending 50 kilometers behind the front line, Business Insider reported on October 29. We bring you stories from the ground.
Nearly 80% of Captured Foreign Fighters Want Back to Russia—Moscow Won't Take Them
Nearly 80% of foreign nationals captured by Ukrainian forces while fighting for Russia want to return to the country, although Moscow is largely unwilling to take them back, hromadske reported on October 29. Andrii Yusov, deputy head of Ukraine's Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War, revealed the figure during an October 20 discussion of the documentary "Predatory Recruitment: Evans's Story." We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.
Russian Banderol Missile Kills Two 15-Year-Old Girls, Injures 15 in Chernihiv
A Russian missile strike on central Chernihiv killed two 15-year-old girls and injured at least 15 people, including three children, on October 29, according to regional authorities. Viacheslav Chaus, head of the Chernihiv regional military administration, identified the weapon as Russia's S8000 Banderol cruise missile in a statement published on the administration's official Telegram channel. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.
Under Sanctions, Russia Turns to Africa With Plans to Relocate Industrial Production
Category World Russian leader Vladimir Putin delivers a speech during the plenary session of the Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum in Moscow, Russia, on October 28, 2026. (Source: Getty Images) Russia is ready to move part of its industrial enterprises to Africa, Russian leader Vladimir Putin announced on October 29, The Moscow Times reported the same day. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.
Russia Builds New Drone Base Near Ukraine Capable of Launching 100 Attack Drones Daily
Category World A Russian Geran-5 jet-powered attack drone mounted on a launch platform. (Photo: open source) Russia is building a new drone launch facility near the Millerovo military airfield in the Rostov region, capable of supporting up to 100 attack drone launches per day, the Main Intelligence Directorate of Ukraine's Ministry of Defense (HUR) reported on October 28.
Naval Drones Strike Ship Off Bulgaria as Three NATO Defense Ministers Meet
Three naval drones struck a Liberian-flagged container ship approximately 21 miles off Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast on October 28, Bulgarian Defense Minister Dimitar Stoyanov confirmed. Stoyanov announced the attack during a meeting with his counterparts from Romania and Türkiye in Sofia, Bulgarian National Television (BNT) reported on October 28. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.
"Russia Must See Ukraine Won't Left Alone": Britain Adds $13.3 Billion in Support
The United Kingdom will provide Ukraine with approximately $13.3 billion in additional financial support, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on October 28 following a conversation with British Prime Minister Andy Burnham. Zelenskyy detailed the decision on his official Telegram channel the same day, thanking Britain for its continued support.
Russian Investment Falls 4.6% as Kremlin's New Tax Plans Spark Business Alarm
Russia’s largest business association has demanded revisions to the Kremlin’s proposed tax increases, warning that additional financial pressure could accelerate capital flight and deepen an investment downturn, Ukraine’s Foreign Intelligence Service (SZRU) reported on October 27. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.
Middle East Escalation Could Delay Ukraine-Russia-US Talks in Abu Dhabi, Zelenskyy Warns
A planned trilateral meeting between Ukraine, Russia, and the United States in Abu Dhabi now depends on Washington, despite Kyiv and Moscow confirming their readiness to participate, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told reporters, as reported by United24 Media on October 28. Speaking to journalists the same day, Zelenskyy explained that the United States' focus on the Middle East could affect the timing of the negotiations, which are planned for November.
Zelenskyy Reveals Details of Finland and Norway’s Call With Putin Ahead of Peace Talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed on October 28 that the leaders of Finland and Norway had conveyed Kyiv’s position to Russian leader Vladimir Putin ahead of planned trilateral negotiations between Ukraine, Russia, and the US in Abu Dhabi in November, according to United24 Media.
Omsk Families Say Men Are Being Snatched Off Streets and Forced Into Russia’s Army
Residents of Omsk, Russia, are allegedly being abducted from the streets, beaten, and forced to sign military contracts, according to complaints highlighted by the independent Omsk Civic Association (OGO) on October 27. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.
More Than 3% of Russian Men Aged 40–50 Have HIV as Epidemic Spreads in 27 Regions
The HIV epidemic in Russia has reached a generalized stage in 27 regions, Vasily Akimkin, director of Rospotrebnadzor’s Central Research Institute of Epidemiology, told Nezavisimaya Gazeta, as reported by The Moscow Times on October 26. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field. DONATE NOW A generalized epidemic means the virus no longer threatens only high-risk groups but is spreading among the broader population.
Ukraine Puts First Test Satellite for Its Own Communications Network Into Orbit Original
Ukrainian radio maker HIMERA and Danish nanosatellite company GomSpace have put into orbit OBRIA NANO, the first test satellite for an independent Ukrainian communications network. HIMERA told Militarnyi on October 27 that the satellite launched on October 1, as part of SpaceX’s Transporter-18 mission. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.
Ukraine Targets Russia’s War Supplies, Troops, and Equipment Across Three Regions
Ukrainian forces struck Russian ammunition depots, supply depots, and concentrations of troops and equipment across the Luhansk, Donetsk, and Zaporizhzhia regions, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine announced on October 27. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field. DONATE NOW The General Staff reported in a Facebook post that Defense Forces units carried out the strikes on October 26 and during the night of October 27.
Russia’s Black Sea Fleet Hasn’t Left Port in Five Months, Firing Kalibrs From Novorossiysk
Russia’s Black Sea Fleet has avoided open waters for five consecutive months, launching Kalibr cruise missiles directly from its base in Novorossiysk, Ukrainian Navy spokesperson Dmytro Pletenchuk reported on October 26, according to NV. Speaking on Ukraine’s national television, Pletenchuk explained that Russian commanders likely fear losing their warships at sea. As a result, they have opted to conduct missile launches from their own naval base, despite the potential dangers of such operations.
Ukrainian Intelligence Reveals How Russia Targets Africa to Recruit Soldiers for Ukraine War
Russia has significantly expanded military recruitment across Africa, targeting poorer countries to replenish its forces amid heavy battlefield losses in Ukraine, Bloomberg reported on October 26. The outlet cited a presentation by people familiar with Ukraine’s intelligence service detailing Moscow’s growing reliance on African recruits. The campaign aims to “offset massive losses and a shortage of people to mobilize,” the document stated. We bring you stories from the ground.
Ukraine Hits Russian Drone Workshop and Control Post, Targeting Frontline Attack Capability
Ukrainian forces struck Russian military communications facilities, command posts, drone infrastructure, and supply depots across three regions on October 25 and overnight into October 26. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine announced the strikes on its official Facebook page on October 26, identifying targets in the Zaporizhzhia, Donetsk, and Luhansk regions. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.
Musk Fears Russia Could Target Starlink Satellites With Anti-Satellite Weapons
Elon Musk has raised concerns that Russia could target Starlink satellites with anti-satellite weapons if the network is used to carry out offensive military strikes, warning that such attacks could generate dangerous debris and threaten other spacecraft in orbit. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.
Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Calls for Joint Black Sea Response After Russian Drone Attack on Cargo Ship
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha held his first phone conversation with newly appointed Romanian Foreign Minister Dan Neculăescu, focusing on Black Sea regional security. The call followed a Russian drone attack on a civilian cargo ship near the Romanian coast that left one Ukrainian crew member dead and three missing, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine on October 23. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.
Inside Russia’s School-to-War Pipeline, Where Students Help Build Drones and Ammunition
Students at no fewer than 40 civilian educational institutions across Russia are helping produce military drones and munition components, according to an investigation by Vot Tak publishedon October 22. The outlet noted that 33 universities, 5 colleges and 2 technical schools were involved. Participants include not only future engineers but also lawyers, political scientists, teachers and agronomists. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.
US Announces Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire Deal for Civilian Evacuations in Temporarily Occupied Oleshky
Category World Activists hold placards bearing slogans during a rally in support of residents of Oleshky in Kyiv, Ukraine, on October 6, 2026. (Source: Getty Images) US First Lady Melania Trump secured an agreement between Ukraine and Russia for a localized ceasefire in Oleshky, Kherson region, scheduled to begin October 29.
All Four Moscow Airports Halt Flights Amid Reports of Drones Approaching the Capital
Category World People wait for their flights at the Sheremetyevo International Airport on the outskirts of Moscow on July 28, 2025. (Source: Getty Images) All four of Moscow’s major airports suspended arrivals and departures on October 23 amid reports of a large-scale drone attack, while an evacuation was reported at a government office complex in Moscow City.
Social Media Giants Are "Silent Allies" of Russian Bots and Kremlin Intelligence, Poland Warns
Poland threatened social media companies with financial penalties on October 21 for failing to combat Russian disinformation, accusing major platforms of enabling Kremlin-linked influence operations. Reuters reported on October 21 that Polish Digital Affairs Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski accused social media companies of effectively supporting Russia's information warfare during a press conference in Warsaw. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.
Russia Camouflaged a Tank With Branches—Ukrainian Drones Found and Hit It, Video
Ukrainian drone operators struck a camouflaged Russian tank, military vehicles, infantry, and a supply depot near Vovchansk in the Kharkiv region, ArmyInform reported on October 23. The strikes were carried out by the "Murchyky" unmanned systems battalion of Ukraine's 57th Separate Motorized Infantry Brigade. The 16th Army Corps published combat footage on its official Telegram channel showing the unit's operations against Russian positions. We bring you stories from the ground.
Finland Prepares 36th Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Decision Expected by Year-End
Finland is preparing its 36th military aid package for Ukraine, with a decision on its approval expected before the end of 2026, Militarnyi reported on October 23. Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo announced the plans during a joint press conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv on October 22. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field.
Putin Avoids EU Leaders, So Europe Is Searching for Someone He Might Talk To
European governments are considering appointing a representative to negotiate directly with the Russian leader Vladimir Putin over peace in Ukraine, POLITICO reported on October 21. The discussion has intensified following US special envoy Steve Witkoff's visit to Russia, where he presented a proposal for trilateral negotiations involving Putin, US President Donald Trump, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
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