Russian Strike on European Arms Factory Would Trigger Article 5, EU Defense Chief Says
EU Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius said on Thursday, Oct. 1 that a Russian strike on a weapons factory in Europe would trigger NATO’s Article 5.
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UK Announces New Sanctions On Russia Over Torture, Deportation Of Ukrainian Children And Occupation
The United Kingdom has announced a new package of 31 sanctions measures against Russia targeting revenues linked to financing the war, Kremlin propaganda networks, and individuals involved in the…
Second Russian Strike on Kyiv’s Southern Bridge Damages Support, Halts Metro
A Russian drone struck Kyiv’s Southern Bridge on the evening of Thursday, Oct. 1, damaging a bridge support, the roadway and a metro barrier, Mayor Vitali Klitschko said.
“The Enemy Is Already Here”: How the Council of Europe Assesses Russia’s Threat to the Continent — Interview with Mykola Tochytskyi
The Council of Europe is strengthening its work on key areas for Ukraine — from holding Russia accountable and launching a compensation mechanism to supporting veterans and returning abducted…
Estonian Foreign Minister Urges Europe To Call Russia’s Hybrid Attacks A War
Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna has urged European leaders to stop describing Russia’s actions as merely “hybrid attacks,” arguing that the sabotage and other operations form part of a…
Europe wants drones that actually work in war, so Ukrainian maker is moving in to build them in Belgium and Luxembourg
TAF Industries and Luxembourg's LUXUAV signed a memorandum to develop and field drones.
Ukraine's interceptor tech outpaced by Russia’s jet-powered Geran-5 drones
The jet-black Russian munition slammed into the Presidium building of Ukraine's National Academy of Sciences, an iconic Tsarist-era structure right in the center of Kyiv, setting the building on fire. Survivors climbed out of the windows and clambered onto the building's ledges, fleeing the flames and choking black smoke.
Putin Raises Nuclear Threat Over Kaliningrad, Says Russia Monitors Arms Factories in Europe
Speaking at the Valdai Club on Thursday, Oct. 1, Russian President Vladimir Putin claimed that a “direct attack” on Russia or Kaliningrad would raise the question of using all its weapons, even nuclear. The warning follows Moscow’s message to NATO this week, threatening its “entire arsenal” over the exclave.
Ukraine war latest: Russian losses soar by 46% during 2026
Key developments on Oct. 1: * Russian losses soar by 46% during 2026 * Russian drones strike Kyiv school, key bridge linking eastern, western banks of city * Russian drone strikes Kyiv nuclear…
Stefanchuk: Important for Ukraine that Spanish Parliament finalise criminalisation of violations of EU sanctions regime
It is of fundamental importance for Ukraine that the Spanish Parliament complete the process of criminalizing violations of the European Union's sanctions regime, Verkhovna Rada Chairman Ruslan…
Pentagon to not invite key allies to NATO meeting next month — Politico
The Pentagon did not invite several key allies to a meeting of NATO countries that will take place this month in Poland, following earlier threats from Washington to compile a "list of good and bad"…
Kyiv's bomb shelters are in a dire state. Mayor Klitschko is passing on the blame
On the night of Aug. 1, Olena Rozhniativska and her 18-year-old daughter Kateryna rushed to a bomb shelter as ballistic missiles tore into Kyiv during one of Russia's mass attacks.
Ukraine-Türkiye FTA takes effect
The Free Trade Agreement between the Government of Ukraine and the Government of the Republic of Türkiye, which provides for exemption from duties or the application of reduced rates, entered into…
Two rubles for the army for every one on welfare, schools, and hospitals: Russia’s 2027 wartime budget
Civilian spending is set to fall to about 9% of GDP, a level not seen since 2005.
Ukraine’s steel output fell 57% and may hit zero next month. Expert says saving it comes down to four steps, and they’re Brussels’ to make
Steel is Ukraine's second-largest foreign-currency earner, employing more than 70,000 people directly and another 250,000 in related industries.
IMF aims to bring combined second and third EFF reviews for Ukraine to Executive Board by December
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) continues constructive engagement and discussions with the Ukrainian authorities and its donors on the provision of further financing and aims to bring the combined second and third reviews of Ukraine's Extended Fund Facility (EFF) program to the Executive Board for consideration by December this…
EU, Ukraine agree on means to cover budget needs for this year
The European Commission and Ukraine have agreed on means of covering the country's budget needs through the end of 2026.
Russian narratives dominate AI chatbots on Lithuanian history – Culture Minister Lukas Alsys
Artificial intelligence chatbots rely on Russian narratives when generating responses about the history of Lithuania. This is due to the Russian side uploading massive amounts of data online, which algorithms then absorb to formulate their responses.
“No deal with the devil is possible.” Highlights from Zaluzhnyy's column on war, peace, and veterans
Peace with Russia cannot be negotiated according to business logic because, without international law, any agreement would amount only to a pause before another war, former commander-in-chief of the…
U.S. officials see Chinese attack before 2028 as increasingly unlikely
U.S. officials increasingly believe China is unlikely to invade Taiwan before 2028, despite Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s reported instructions for the military to be capable of taking the island by…
PACE unanimously declares Russia’s newly formed State Duma illegitimate
The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe unanimously declared Russia’s new State Duma illegitimate at a Sept. 30 plenary session in Strasbourg, with all 59 members present backing the…
NATO sees no immediate threat from Russia amid hybrid attacks
Europe’s response to Russian hybrid attacks must be painful, while there is currently no immediate military threat from Russia.
Shmyhal meets with EBRD president: Energy companies need EUR 600M to stabilize balancing market
First Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Minister Denys Shmyhal and EBRD President Odile Renaud‑Basso met in Kyiv to discuss priorities for continued cooperation.
Expert assesses likelihood of nationwide internet blackout in Ukraine amid Russian attacks
Russia is attempting to attack Ukraine’s digital infrastructure, particularly data centers; however, a complete internet blackout resulting from such attacks is currently unlikely.