Ukraine's northeast metropolis, administrative center of Kharkiv Oblast
Ukraine has reported that Starlink and its military sister service Starshield have been limited to roughly 160 km/h inside Ukraine, disrupting drone guidance and logistics during recent Russian strikes. Kyiv has accused SpaceX or Washington of imposing the throttle; Elon Musk has said Starshield is controlled by the US government and that usage limits are set by the US military and president.
Donald Trump has posted that an "energy ceasefire" between Russia and Ukraine is effective immediately; Kyiv says the announcement was "news" to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy but that Ukraine will accept a reciprocal halt to strikes on energy infrastructure if Moscow agrees. Kyiv reports new Russian strikes on Ukrainian energy sites after the post.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has carried out a surprise cabinet reshuffle that has removed defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, nominated Serhii Koretskyi as prime minister and named SBU head Yevhenii Khmara as acting defence minister. The moves have provoked mass protests in Kyiv and other cities, prompted at least one senior military resignation and raised questions about unity in Kyiv’s war effort.
Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has been dismissed in a sweeping government overhaul, triggering protests and a public clash with army chief Oleksandr Syrskyi. Zelenskyy says unity requires change; protests demand Fedorov’s return. The government is set to appoint a replacement as security forces reassess modernization plans amid mounting pressure.
Ukraine has seen mass protests after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has removed Mykhailo Fedorov as defence minister and named SBU chief Yevhen Khmara as acting minister. Fedorov had clashed with commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrskyi over modernisation and digital reforms. Demonstrations have continued in Kyiv and other cities and political tensions are rising during ongoing Russian strikes.
Ukrainian drone strikes have damaged Russian oil infrastructure, triggering fuel shortages across the country. Authorities report production hiccups, rationing in some regions, and attempts to stabilise supplies amid heightened price pressures. The government has sanctioned imports and redirected shipments to mitigate the impact.
Kyiv has faced one of its largest ballistic missile barrages, with 41 missiles and 125 drones reported. Officials say air defences have shot down most missiles and drones, while several civilians have been injured or killed. U.S. licenses for Patriot interceptors are under discussion, with production hoped to begin by year’s end.
A multi-day barrage of ballistic missiles hits Kyiv while Ukraine claims it has targeted Russia's shadow fleet and oil facilities. Dozens are confirmed dead or injured in Kyiv and regional strikes. The conflict broadens with renewed attacks on Black Sea shipping and energy infrastructure.
A renewed round of Russian strikes targets Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities, while Kyiv reports drone and missile attacks, drone production sites, and shelling that underline the ongoing tit-for-tat conflict. Ukrainian leaders have warned of further missile activity in the next 48 hours, as both sides mobilize resources and public support amid a volatile security backdrop.
The UN rights mission has documented a sharp rise in civilian deaths and injuries in Ukraine in the first half of 2026, with 1,396 civilians killed and 7,978 injured—an increase of 37 percent from the prior year. Russia and Ukraine continue to exchange strikes, with long-range attacks affecting urban centers and critical infrastructure. Civilian casualties are rising on both sides amid stalled peace talks.
A Ukrainian drone campaign has expanded its strikes into Russia, hitting Wildberries warehouses in Krasnodar and Stavropol regions and causing casualties and fires. Attacks have also targeted logistics hubs and an oil depot, while Russia and Ukraine have exchanged strikes near Ukraine’s ports and in the Black Sea region.
Zelensky has appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi, 43, as commander-in-chief of Ukraine's armed forces, replacing Oleksandr Syrskyi amid protests and calls for reform. Supporters describe Drapatyi as a reform-minded leader with frontline experience who can modernise the military and empower field commanders. Critics note his track record in drone warfare and accountability.
Since July 18 Ukraine has struck multiple Wildberries warehouses across Russia, causing fires, deaths and major stock losses. The campaign has put at least 1.5 million sq m of warehouse space out of operation, forced evacuations and pushed merchants toward bankruptcy. Wildberries and Russia are discussing compensation and possible state support.
A series of developments shows Kyiv gaining renewed support from some Trump-aligned figures, including Laura Loomer, who has visited Kyiv and publicly reversed years of anti-Ukraine commentary. Zelenskiy has met Loomer and signaled closer alignment with Washington as Russia intensifies its missile campaign and U.S. politics realign around Ukraine.
Ukraine has escalated drone strikes targeting Russian logistics, hitting Wildberries warehouses in Krasnodar, Nevinnomyssk, and Yekaterinburg. The attacks disrupt operations, kill workers, and threaten Russia’s commercial supply chains as Kyiv seeks to pressure Moscow amid ongoing fighting.
Ukraine has reported that North Korea has deployed missile personnel and thousands of troops to western Russia and the Kursk region and that Moscow has used North Korean KN-23/KN-24 missiles in recent strikes. Kyiv, Western analysts and local officials say the transfers increase Russia's ballistic missile capacity at a time when Ukraine lacks high-end air defences.
Ukrainian drone attacks have struck multiple Wildberries warehouses and nearby energy and port facilities across Russia's Volga and southern regions over recent weeks, causing fires, evacuations and injuries. Russian authorities say they have intercepted hundreds of drones; Wildberries says some logistics centres have halted operations but denies assisting the military.
A drone has crashed into a busy Gelendzhik beach on the Russian Black Sea coast, injuring around 40 people. Russian officials say the incident was a deliberate attack by Kyiv, while Kyiv denies civilian targeting. A specialist medical team is at the scene; several victims are in serious condition. The event follows Russian missile strikes on Kyiv and related incidents in Ukraine.
A soldier opened fire in Khmelnytske, Sevastopol, killing at least four people including two soldiers and three civilians before being detained. Ukraine-linked drone activity and strikes within Crimea are part of ongoing hostilities; authorities urge calm as investigations continue.
The conflict in Ukraine has intensified with multiple regional strikes causing civilian casualties. Russia and Ukraine continue long-range attacks, with Ukraine conducting drone operations inside Russia and Russia striking Ukrainian infrastructure and ports. The situation has prompted international concern as casualties mount and both sides press strategic targets.
Ukrainian forces continue to face Russian drone and missile strikes across Ukraine while seeking more interceptor missiles and air defense support from allies. Kyiv reports civilian casualties and damage, and Moscow says it has targeted drone hubs and fuel depots.
Ukraine has intensified strikes on Russian oil facilities deep inside Russia, hitting refineries in Bashneft-Novoil and Slavneft-Yanos, and carrying out Black Sea operations against vessels. The moves aim to disrupt Moscow’s war-financing oil revenues as fighting continues and civilian infrastructure faces pressure.
Ukraine has hit Bashneft-Novoil and Slavneft-Yanos refineries inside Russia, aiming to cut Moscow’s oil revenue. Kyiv says two patrol boats and shadow fleet vessels were struck in the Black Sea as part of its response. Russia reports drone interceptions and damage to a Wildberries warehouse.
This week long-range Ukrainian drones and Russian missiles have struck cities deep inside Russia and across Ukraine. Attacks on Nizhnekamsk have killed and wounded dozens; Russia says it intercepted hundreds of Ukrainian drones. Kyiv and Moscow have exchanged heavy strikes that have damaged energy and civilian infrastructure and caused multiple civilian deaths and injuries.
Ukrainian and allied officials report that Russia is expanding North Korean military reinforcement while warning of a broader regional threat. A WHO warehouse in Dnipro was destroyed, triggering renewed calls to protect health facilities. Ukrainian drone strikes have intensified, drawing regional casualties and infrastructure damage.
Ukraine has expanded its use of long-range drones and ground robots to strike deep into Russia and support frontline operations. Drones pilot from distant centers, while ground robots carry supplies, evacuate wounded, and coordinate with aerial attacks. The shift signals a technological turn in warfare and raises questions about escalation and civilian risk.
Ukraine has described Russian missile strikes as an escalation, with attacks on Zaporizhzhia, Kyiv and Donetsk leaving multiple casualties. Kyiv calls for stronger air defenses and further sanctions while Ukraine conducts drone strikes inside Russia. Western capitals face pressure to bolster interceptors as the conflict intensifies.
Ukraine’s sacked Defence Minister has urged Zelenskyy to schedule presidential elections amid ongoing war. He says democracy must not be Russia’s hostage, while allies debate safe conditions for votes. Polls show strong trust in various leaders, complicating the scene.
Leaders from 34 countries are meeting in Kyiv on Ukraine’s Independence Day to pledge additional air defences and military aid. UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is co-chairing the Coalition of the Willing, with France and Germany, and will authorize the release of classified blueprints for the SCALP missile to support Ukrainian production. EU funds are also being stepped up to bolster Ukraine’s shield as Russia escalates strikes.
Ukraine has pressed SpaceX’s Starlink to operate beyond its borders, arguing wider access could sustain long-range drone operations. SpaceX has restricted use inside Russia, while Zelenskyy says expansion would be a significant escalation. The presidency is coordinating with Washington on how Musk’s policy could shift Ukraine’s military capabilities.
Kravchenko has offered his resignation as Ukraine’s prosecutor general, citing political reasons, while anti-corruption agencies allege a money-laundering network tied to call centres. Kyiv faces ongoing pressure as anti-corruption probes proceed and Ukraine navigates political tensions during the war.
The latest attacks across Ukraine and at border crossings have killed and wounded civilians, with strikes on Kyiv and other cities continuing as international efforts to broker peace face renewed strain. Reports cite casualties, damaged infrastructure, and ongoing drone activity.
Several Ukrainian border trains were struck near Yahodyn just days after strikes on the Ukrainian-Polish border. Former UK PM Boris Johnson and ex-CIA director David Petraeus were reportedly at a border station near the time of the attacks. Ukraine and Poland condemn the strikes, with officials warning of further escalation as Russia presses its campaign against Ukrainian rail infrastructure.
The Danish Defence Intelligence Service has warned of a low but growing risk that Russia could carry out limited attacks on Ukraine support infrastructure or stage small incursions into NATO-bordering states. The agency sees hybrid warfare intensifying, with potential cyber and sabotage campaigns and high casualties in worst cases. This follows a string of European security alerts and a Polish incident at a Starlink site.
Ukraine reports renewed drone strikes targeting Kyiv and surrounding regions, with several residential sites damaged and casualties confirmed. Russia continues attacks on civilian infrastructure as Kyiv urges resilience ahead of winter. Ukraine condemns strikes and calls for tougher sanctions while international actors debate responses.
Ukraine has sustained strikes on Russian targets as Russia escalates attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure. Civilians remain at risk as both sides exchange long-range strikes and diplomacy remains stalemated. The war has disrupted grain flows and energy markets globally.
Russian strikes have damaged Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, causing emergency power cuts in Kyiv and surrounding regions. Officials report several fatalities, including a child, as Moscow targets power facilities ahead of winter. Ukraine is restoring some power while warning of a harsh winter.
Ukraine has faced another night of heavy Russian airstrikes on energy infrastructure as frost nears. Kyiv reports fatalities and widespread damage to the grid; authorities urge readiness of back-up power for critical facilities while Moscow says it has launched a massive strike on Ukraine’s power network.
Kyiv remains under pressure as drones strike northern and southern bridges over the Dnipro. Emergency services are responding to damage to road surfaces and trolleybus wires, with traffic blocked and power and heating risks rising as winter approaches.
Russia's foreign minister has met Germany's foreign minister in New York during the U.N. General Assembly. Sergey Lavrov has dismissed the visit as reiterating Berlin's condemnation of Moscow. The meeting has occurred as Russia and Ukraine have continued heavy strikes across multiple regions, causing civilian deaths and damage to critical infrastructure.
The Russian Defense Ministry has said it will intensify strikes on military facilities and related infrastructure in Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions. Kyiv had signaled it will retaliate by targeting Russian oil refineries. The exchange follows Moscow's airstrikes and Kyiv's targeting of oil facilities, underscoring a renewed escalation ahead of winter.
Ukraine mourns as Russia has launched a major assault of missiles and drones, striking multiple cities including Pryluky and Zaporizhzhia. Civilians are killed or wounded, and Ukraine seeks Patriot interceptors while EU sanctions broaden on Russia’s military-industrial complex. The attacks are continuing today.
Since Sunday, President Donald Trump has announced an "energy ceasefire" between Ukraine and Russia and a related US-Russia diesel deal; Kyiv has pushed back, saying Russian strikes continued and that Ukraine will resume or pause strikes on Russian energy targets only if Moscow stops hitting Ukraine's energy infrastructure. Attacks have damaged Ukrainian power plants, shut Russian data centres and injured civilians; European leaders have voiced cautious support for a truce.
The Moscow Times and BBC report on Trump’s energy ceasefire proposal and the reactions from Kyiv and Moscow. Ukraine’s Zelenskiy has welcomed the idea in principle but says details are needed; Russia’s stance remains contested as strikes on energy infrastructure continue.
The relationship between Kyiv and Washington has deteriorated as Trump eases sanctions on Russia in exchange for diesel sales. Zelensky is in Brussels amid EU talks while US-Ukraine tensions rise over energy policy and a stalled ceasefire, with Ukraine resuming strikes on Russian refineries as European leaders urge continued support.