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Poland's prime minister has warned intelligence indicates Russia is preparing hybrid drone and missile strikes that will be framed as "accidents" to weaken NATO's collective defence. He has announced a trip to Kyiv to coordinate defences. European governments are reinforcing air defences, closing airports temporarily and planning infrastructure protections.
Russian presidential decrees have placed the Russian operations of several Western retailers and food companies under temporary administration, transferring control to newly registered or Kremlin‑linked firms. The moves follow earlier 2023 seizures and are taking place as Moscow and Berlin exchange diplomatic and security accusations, putting German firms such as Metro and Globus at risk.
Ukraine faces a winter-priority rush as it seeks Patriot missile licenses and accelerates domestic interceptors amid renewed Russian strikes. Kyiv warns of new ballistic missiles and offensive pressure while allies weigh supply and production capacity.
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.