Watch: Moment Russian drone hits bridge in Ukraine’s Kyiv Eyewitness video showed the moment a Russian drone struck the North Bridge in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv on Sunday (4 October). The Independent UK · Oct 5
Fireballs over Kyiv as Russia strikes bridges during Merz’s visit Russian strikes in Kharkiv resulted in one death and six injuries on Sunday, while a drone attacked a key bridge in Kyiv. Video footage captured the fireball from the strike on the Northern Bridge, which was hit for the second time recently. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Kyiv amid… The Economic Times · Oct 5
India seeks greater role in brokering Russia-Ukraine peace India's Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar stated that dialogue and diplomacy are necessary to resolve the Russia-Ukraine conflict. He revealed that India is increasing its involvement in discussions with both Russia and Ukraine. Current talks include issues related to shipping safety in the Black Sea and the export of grain and… The Economic Times · Oct 5
Ukraine war briefing: Germany’s Merz pledges €1bn in military aid to Kyiv as Russia ramps up attacks German chancellor also announces €350m for repairs to energy sector as Moscow targets Ukraine infrastructure before winter. What we know on day 1,685 The Guardian - AU · Oct 5
Oil worker strike threatens to severely disrupt Britain’s fuel supply Average UK diesel prices have topped £2 a litre for the first time and have rocketed in recent months due to the wars in Iran and Ukraine The Independent UK · Oct 4
Dozens arrested at Moscow Communist Party rally amid anger over Ukraine drone strikes The rally marked the anniversary of the Kremlin's 1993 crushing of a parliamentary uprising The Independent UK · Oct 4
Germany's Merz arrives in Kyiv to finalize drone deal, release aid German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Kyiv with defence industry executives as Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities intensified. Germany is set to announce €1 billion in military aid and €350 million for energy repairs, while Berlin and Kyiv are expected to finalise agreements on joint drone production and deeper weapons… The Economic Times · Oct 4
German Chancellor Visits Missile-Prone Kyiv. The German-Ukrainian Alliance Now Faces Political Challenges From Left And Right. Russian missiles hit Kyiv shortly after Friedrich Merz made an unannounced visit to the Ukrainian capital on Sunday morning. Merz's trip comes amidst growing support for far-left and far-right German parties who seek to end Berlin's military alliance with Kyiv. International Business Times · Oct 4
'Our side is ready to support': Zelenskyy expresses readiness for US-proposed trilateral talks with Russia Ukraine is ready for a proposed trilateral meeting with the US and Russia at the technical level by the end of October, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said. The announcement came after fresh Russian drone and missile attacks across Ukraine, while India said it was separately engaging Moscow and Kyiv on issues… The Economic Times · Oct 4
Zelenskyy claims Putin deepening ties with Kim, sharing Russian jet-drone technology with North Korea Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Sunday that Russia may have shared technology behind its jet-powered drones with North Korea, deepening concerns over growing military cooperation between Moscow and Pyongyang. The Times of India · Oct 4
Russian Envoy Backs Jared Kushner as Ukraine Peace Talks Expand Into Multibillion-Dollar Oil Deal Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev has defended Jared Kushner after reports raised conflict-of-interest concerns over a proposed multibillion-dollar deal for Lukoil's international assets International Business Times UK · Oct 4
Russia-Ukraine War: Russia claims new strikes on bridge and ships; Kyiv targets drones Russia on Sunday said its forces struck the Northern bridge over the Dnipro River in Kyiv, alleging that the route was being used to transport Ukrainian troops and military cargo. The Times of India · Oct 4
Watch: Russian drones hit Kyiv bridge; German chancellor arrives to sirens A Russian drone struck Kyiv’s Pivnichnyi Bridge on Sunday as German chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in the Ukrainian capital. Merz's arrival came amid air raid sirens, explosions and the activation of air defence systems, in the latest escalation of Russian attacks on the city. The Times of India · Oct 4
Alleged Flydubai Attacker Reportedly Justified Slapping Women by Saying 'Russia Slapped Ukraine' An X account reportedly linked to Flydubai attack suspect Hamam al-Hammami contained violent comments about women and other groups. The account's ownership remains unverified. International Business Times UK · Oct 4
The Economic Times · Oct 4 Got little bit more involved beyond advocacy: Jaishankar on India's peace efforts to end Ukraine conflict India has reportedly intensified its diplomatic initiatives to address the ongoing Ukraine conflict through discussions. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar noted that India is engaging with both Kyiv and Moscow for resolution. Recent remarks from Russian President Vladimir Putin highlighted India's potential role in finding a solution.
Euronews · Oct 4 Merz makes surprise visit to Kyiv: Germany pledges further aid to Ukraine German Chancellor Friedrich Merz made a surprise visit to Kyiv on Sunday. Accompanied by Economy Minister Katherina Reiche and representatives of German defence and energy companies, he aims to pledge further military and financial support for Ukraine.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 4 Russia strikes Kyiv bridge as German chancellor visits Ukraine in show of support Attack shortly after Friedrich Merz arrived on unannounced visit intended to underline Germany’s backing
The Independent UK · Oct 4 Watch in full: Zelensky on Putin’s ‘new doctrine’ and Ukraine’s response Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says Ukraine will intensify strikes on Russian oil refineries, which he says fund the war, after a fresh Russian bombardment aimed at driving civilians out of Kyiv and other major cities.
The Times of India · Oct 4 Moscow vows to step up strikes on Ukraine as Zelenskyy threatens to attack more Russian refineries Russia will intensify strikes on Kyiv and other regions of Ukraine following recent remarks by president Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the Russian defence ministry said on Sunday. The remarks came as Moscow warned of a further escalation in the aerial war after Kyiv threatened to expand attacks on Russian oil refineries.
The Independent UK · Oct 4 Pro-Ukraine governing coalition wins 35% in Latvian election Latvian lawmakers plan to start negotiations to form a new government after a parliamentary election
Euronews · Oct 4 Off the Record: Teflon Rutte is on a mission to keep NATO together Every week, Euronews' Chief Europe Editor Maria Tadeo breaks down the stories that made the week in Brussels and beyond. This week: her exclusive interview with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte — a man with Teflon skin.
The Independent UK · Oct 4 The crippling effect we’re all feeling from the deadlock in Ukraine’s war with Russia IN FOCUS: Two of the world’s largest exporters of grain, locked in war for more than four years, have seen exports plunge even further over the last year. Prolonged conflict around the Black Sea threatens both economies - and those most in need, writes James C. Reynolds
The Times of India · Oct 4 Ukraine vows to target Russian oil refineries as Moscow hits Kyiv's infrastructure Ukraine has vowed to step up attacks on Russian oil refineries in response to what president Volodymyr Zelenskyy described as a new Russian strategy of targeting infrastructure across Ukrainian cities, including energy, transport and logistics networks.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 4 French education minister says up to 500 schools could remain closed on Monday after student protests – as it happened At least 5,000 people, mainly teenagers, have been arrested while dozens of people, including students and teachers, have been injured
France 24 · Oct 4 Merz unveils new aid for Ukraine as Russia strikes Kyiv during German leader's visit German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced a new aid package for Ukraine worth more than 1.3 billion euros ($1.5 billion) during a visit to Kyiv on Sunday marked by renewed Russian attacks on the Ukrainian capital, including the latest drone attack on a bridge spanning the Dnipro River.