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Tuesday, September 29
At least 2 killed, 8 injured in Kyiv as Russia drones, missile strike market, gas station in hours-long attacks
Over central Kyiv, air defense systems were reported to be active, filling the city with sounds of blasts and explosions. Multiple attacks across the capital injured nine, said Klitschko. Six of the injured were hospitalized, including one child.
Russian missiles strike Kyiv educational facility in overnight attacks
In the Solomyanskyi district of the city, an educational institution was hit by a Russian missile and started a fire, Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said.
Putin restricts publication of Russian refinery, energy data amid Ukrainian strikes
Limiting the dissemination of information on export volumes, buyers, transport routes and terminals can make it more difficult for governments and researchers to track Russian energy flows and identify potential sanctions evasion.
Kremlin seizes control of German retailer Metro AG's Russian properties
Metro AG is one of the world’s largest retailers, specializing in food wholesale and food distribution to restaurants and hotels. Metro AG first entered the Russian market in 2001 and now operates 91 wholesale stores, employing around 9,000 employees in the country.
Russia to raise military spending by 27% in 2027, highest level in war so far, media reports
Russia is planning to spend 17.1 trillion roubles ($202.58 billion) on its military in 2027, an increase of around 27% over the previously budgeted amount.
Monday, September 28
Russia beginning 'additional mobilization' of troops, North Korean recruitment, Zelensky warns
The president said that Russia is looking to "increase the involvement of foreigners" in its armed forces. North Korea is preparing to deploy another 10,000 troops against Ukraine, in addition to the more than 8,000 military personnel currently stationed in Russia.
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