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Russia exploits ceasefire to mask military movements, General Staff says
Russia used the humanitarian ceasefire in Oleshky to rotate soldiers, improve fighting positions, expand anti-drone netting on key logistics routes, and resupply soldiers with ammunition, Ukraine's General Staff said on Nov. 2.

Zelensky says he's ready to meet Putin in Turkey
A meeting between the leaders is essential, said Zelensky, adding that Turkey can be a practical and realistic mediator of future talks between Moscow and Kyiv.

Washington's New Balance and Ukraine – KI Insights monthly briefing
The upcoming midterms will play a major role in shaping Washington's domestic and foreign policy for the coming years. Control of the House and the Senate decides who sets the agenda on security assistance, sanctions against Russia, and oversight of the White House's peace diplomacy. It also increasingly decides how far Congress is willing to act on its own. This year has already shown that Ukraine policy in Washington is no longer decided solely in the White House. In June, a bipartisan coalit

China not interested in US-Russia summit on Ukraine, German president claims
Chinese President Xi Jinping was surprised by the proposal and noted that European officials should be involved in resolving the war, as it is taking place on the European continent, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier said.

Ukraine's air raid alert system hacked, Russian system targeted hours later
Ukraine's air raid alert system was hacked late on Nov. 1, the Air Force said as sirens sounded across the country, falsely notifying people of nuclear, chemical, and street fighting threats.

Russia-friendly Yotova wins Bulgaria's presidential runoff
Iliana Yotova, who opposes military aid for Ukraine and calls for a dialogue with Moscow, won 57.58% of the Nov. 1 vote, with 99.95% of the polling station protocols processed.

About Oryol Oblast
Oryol Oblast is a federal subject of Russia, approximately 360 kilometers (224 miles) south of Moscow. Oryol Oblast covers 24,700 square kilometers (9,500 square miles) and has a population of around 730,000. Its administrative center is Oryol city. Ukrainian forces have conducted drone strikes on fuel depots and military facilities in Oryol Oblast since Russia's full-scale invasion began in February 2022.
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