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Wednesday, October 7
Armed individuals from Belarus threaten Latvian soldiers at border, followed by another breach
"The escorts of the illegal migrants, who were located on the Belarusian side, were armed, issued threats to (Latvian) soldiers, and also actively urged and drove the migrant group toward Latvia," Latvian Interior Minister Janis Dombrava said.
Tuesday, October 6
Zelensky warns Russia preparing mass strike
Zelensky called on Ukraine's allies, particular in Europe and the U.S., to transfer any means of protection to the country if they can.
Ukraine war latest: Russia strikes civilian vessels in Black Sea off Bulgaria's coast
Key developments on Oct. 6: * Drones strike merchant vessels in Black Sea off Bulgaria and Ukraine, killing at least one * Russian losses to Ukrainian drones surge in early October, Madyar says * Despite intensified Russian attacks, 62% of Ukrainians ready to endure war as long as needed, poll finds * Shadow fleet tanker reportedly ablaze near Russian port city Sochi * Klitschko's promise of 50 mobile shelters for Kyiv set to fall far short * Poland to deploy Patriots near Ukrainian borde
Shadow fleet tanker reportedly ablaze near Russian port city Sochi
The ship may have been attacked by unmanned surface vessels, Russian Telegram channels suggest.
Poland to deploy Patriots near Ukrainian border, announces $26 billion civil defense plan
The money will be spent on shelters, equipment, rescue bases, stockpiles, and secure water and energy supplies in case of natural disasters and war, according to Prime Minister Donald Tusk.
Klitschko's promise of 50 mobile shelters for Kyiv set to fall far short
The city administration said the district administrations did not request funding for mobile shelters when the budget was drafted.
About Patriot Air Defense System
The Patriot is an advanced American air defense system capable of intercepting ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and aircraft at ranges exceeding 150 kilometers (93 miles). Ukraine received multiple Patriot batteries from the United States and European partners from 2023 onwards for defense against Russian missile attacks. Patriots have successfully intercepted Russian Kinzhal hypersonic missiles and other advanced Russian weapons targeting Ukrainian cities.
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President Volodymyr Zelensky previously announced that twelve such turrets had been installed where Russian jet-powered drones have been particularly active, including around Kyiv.
