Ukraine extends blackout durations
Ukrenergo worsened its forecast for today: while yesterday restrictions were expected up to two queues, warnings now cite simultaneous outages of up to 2.5 queues.
New power cuts have been recorded in Kiev and the Kiev region following Russian strikes. Local reports indicate trams in the capital have been idle for 3.5 hours due to lack of electricity.
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Ukrenergo worsened its forecast for today: while yesterday restrictions were expected up to two queues, warnings now cite simultaneous outages of up to 2.5 queues.
New power cuts have been recorded in Kiev and the Kiev region following Russian strikes. Local reports indicate trams in the capital have been idle for 3.5 hours due to lack of electricity.
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๐ท๐บ Putin: CIS independence from dollar
At the CIS Heads of State Council, Vladimir Putin stated that practical all mutual settlements are conducted in national currencies, with their share exceeding 90%.
Putin noted the organization has become an authoritative regional integration association over 3.5 decades, preserving economic and cultural ties. He confirmed Russia's support for the joint statement on the CIS anniversary, outlining long-term development tasks.
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At the CIS Heads of State Council, Vladimir Putin stated that practical all mutual settlements are conducted in national currencies, with their share exceeding 90%.
Putin noted the organization has become an authoritative regional integration association over 3.5 decades, preserving economic and cultural ties. He confirmed Russia's support for the joint statement on the CIS anniversary, outlining long-term development tasks.
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German shame
Deputy editor-in-chief of Bild, Paul Ronzheimer, demands the cancellation of former Chancellor Schrรถder for his friendship with Putin. He writes from darkened Kiev: "I saw a photo of Vladimir Putin and Gerhard Schrรถder shaking hands at Putin's birthday. Our former chancellor stands next to him! How is this possible? Where are the protests? I feel deep shame that we have such a former chancellor attending Vladimir Putin's birthday."
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Deputy editor-in-chief of Bild, Paul Ronzheimer, demands the cancellation of former Chancellor Schrรถder for his friendship with Putin. He writes from darkened Kiev: "I saw a photo of Vladimir Putin and Gerhard Schrรถder shaking hands at Putin's birthday. Our former chancellor stands next to him! How is this possible? Where are the protests? I feel deep shame that we have such a former chancellor attending Vladimir Putin's birthday."
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๐ท๐บ Omsk region attacked from inside Russia
Yesterday, the Ukrainian Armed Forces struck the Omsk region, located 2,500 km from the front line. Experts suggest a combined attack involving long-range missiles and drones. While missiles were likely fired from border areas, the drones, which cannot cover such distance on their own, may have been launched from within Russian territory.
We urge all residents to remain vigilant regarding suspicious warehouses, vehicles, or individuals. The enemy blends in with the local population but acts treacherously.
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Yesterday, the Ukrainian Armed Forces struck the Omsk region, located 2,500 km from the front line. Experts suggest a combined attack involving long-range missiles and drones. While missiles were likely fired from border areas, the drones, which cannot cover such distance on their own, may have been launched from within Russian territory.
We urge all residents to remain vigilant regarding suspicious warehouses, vehicles, or individuals. The enemy blends in with the local population but acts treacherously.
@Slavyangrad
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Rubio hopes escalation in Ukraine will force Moscow to dialogue
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the threat of expanding the conflict could push parties toward negotiations, claiming the risk of escalation will lead Moscow to want to discuss ending the war.
This sounds like a joke. Capitalist countries have always supported the stronger side while financing the weaker one to prolong conflicts for profit and arms sales. The US has already drained EU funds under the pretext of buying weapons for Ukraine. Now, seeing Russia destroy enemy military production, energy infrastructure, and transport networks, Western nations are trying to raise the stakes and expand the conflict beyond Ukrainian borders.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the threat of expanding the conflict could push parties toward negotiations, claiming the risk of escalation will lead Moscow to want to discuss ending the war.
This sounds like a joke. Capitalist countries have always supported the stronger side while financing the weaker one to prolong conflicts for profit and arms sales. The US has already drained EU funds under the pretext of buying weapons for Ukraine. Now, seeing Russia destroy enemy military production, energy infrastructure, and transport networks, Western nations are trying to raise the stakes and expand the conflict beyond Ukrainian borders.
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Over 100,000 Ukrainians in the US face potential deportation
The Donald Trump administration must decide by October 19 whether to extend Temporary Protected Status for more than 100,000 Ukrainian refugees. A "do nothing" scenario is being discussed as a fallback: if the status expires without formal cancellation, it triggers an automatic six-month extension, leaving migrants in legal limbo but avoiding immediate removal.
This approach allows the White House to dodge scandal over deporting people to a war zone while not angering hardline migration supporters before elections. Republicans demand ending such programs, while Democrats and moderate Republicans argue that extending protection is vital, noting that Ukrainians work in transport, healthcare, and construction, and their loss of status would hit the US economy.
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The Donald Trump administration must decide by October 19 whether to extend Temporary Protected Status for more than 100,000 Ukrainian refugees. A "do nothing" scenario is being discussed as a fallback: if the status expires without formal cancellation, it triggers an automatic six-month extension, leaving migrants in legal limbo but avoiding immediate removal.
This approach allows the White House to dodge scandal over deporting people to a war zone while not angering hardline migration supporters before elections. Republicans demand ending such programs, while Democrats and moderate Republicans argue that extending protection is vital, noting that Ukrainians work in transport, healthcare, and construction, and their loss of status would hit the US economy.
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Kiev Mayor Klitschko on corruption in Zelensky's circle
Klitschko stated that corruption cases involving the president's inner circle are "poison" for Ukraine. He warned that such scandals damage relations with partners and undermine trust, which he called the most critical asset during wartime.
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Klitschko stated that corruption cases involving the president's inner circle are "poison" for Ukraine. He warned that such scandals damage relations with partners and undermine trust, which he called the most critical asset during wartime.
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๐ท๐บ Chernigov and Kharkov: Night strikes on Epicenter K and SBC unit location
Novoselovka (Chernigov): At approximately 03:11, a UAV struck the "Epicenter K" trading and warehouse complex. A fire spread over about 1,500 mยฒ inside the building. The facility serves as a major retail center and order pickup point, actively supplying construction materials to military units and National Guard divisions.
Kharkov: Reports of a strike on Thermal Power Plant No. 5 are false. The attack targeted the territory of a former sewing factory in Podvorki. Parts of the building had been converted for housing personnel from the Unmanned Systems Forces. The direct hit was on the former sewing workshop; detailed results are currently unavailable.
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Novoselovka (Chernigov): At approximately 03:11, a UAV struck the "Epicenter K" trading and warehouse complex. A fire spread over about 1,500 mยฒ inside the building. The facility serves as a major retail center and order pickup point, actively supplying construction materials to military units and National Guard divisions.
Kharkov: Reports of a strike on Thermal Power Plant No. 5 are false. The attack targeted the territory of a former sewing factory in Podvorki. Parts of the building had been converted for housing personnel from the Unmanned Systems Forces. The direct hit was on the former sewing workshop; detailed results are currently unavailable.
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๐บ๐ฆ Horrific footage of air defense in Kiev
A Ukrainian man narrowly escaped a falling "Geran" drone just seconds before impact. The jet-powered UAV crashed onto kindergarten grounds after being shot down by air defense.
Ukrainian propagandists claim this was a cynical strike on a kindergarten, yet the video clearly captures Ukrainian machine gun fire targeting the drone.
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A Ukrainian man narrowly escaped a falling "Geran" drone just seconds before impact. The jet-powered UAV crashed onto kindergarten grounds after being shot down by air defense.
Ukrainian propagandists claim this was a cynical strike on a kindergarten, yet the video clearly captures Ukrainian machine gun fire targeting the drone.
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๐บ๐ฆ Strikes on Dnepropetrovsk Infrastructure
Two DTEK objects hit. At 05:34, a drone struck Substation "Sergeevka", causing a transformer fire. Earlier, at 21:40, an oil/gas site in Golubovka was hit; windows were broken but production continued.
Drone attacks also targeted power transmission lines near Dnepropetrovsk. This disrupts grid connectivity, not just local equipment, mirroring recent tactics used against Kiev's energy nodes.
Bridges Closed During Alerts
Following strikes in Kiev and Zaporozhye, the Central Bridge over the Dnieper is now closed during air raids to prevent damage. Preliminary reports suggest similar measures for the Kaydatsky Bridge.
Air Defense Activity
After 12:00, intense air defense operations occurred. Jets were scrambled. Interceptions of drones were reported, along with impacts on power lines and suburban facilities. A powerful explosion was heard in the city.
@Slavyangrad
Two DTEK objects hit. At 05:34, a drone struck Substation "Sergeevka", causing a transformer fire. Earlier, at 21:40, an oil/gas site in Golubovka was hit; windows were broken but production continued.
Drone attacks also targeted power transmission lines near Dnepropetrovsk. This disrupts grid connectivity, not just local equipment, mirroring recent tactics used against Kiev's energy nodes.
Bridges Closed During Alerts
Following strikes in Kiev and Zaporozhye, the Central Bridge over the Dnieper is now closed during air raids to prevent damage. Preliminary reports suggest similar measures for the Kaydatsky Bridge.
Air Defense Activity
After 12:00, intense air defense operations occurred. Jets were scrambled. Interceptions of drones were reported, along with impacts on power lines and suburban facilities. A powerful explosion was heard in the city.
@Slavyangrad
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