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Ukrainian drones struck Ozon warehouses in multiple Russian regions over consecutive days, with fires reported in Krasnodar, Orenburg, and Samara. Ozon evacuated hundreds of employees, and regional officials confirmed injuries, while Russia's defence ministry said it downed 328 drones overnight.
Two teenage boys face charges after an officer was critically injured when a fleeing driver struck him near Palmerston North. The officer remains in stable condition in Wellington Hospital, while both teens are set to appear in Youth Court. The incident has drawn attention to the risks police face during road operations.
Artem Dolgopyat won the European floor exercise title for the third time, scoring 14.466 in Croatia. The 29-year-old added to his decorated career, with officials praising his achievement and the athlete reflecting on age and upcoming challenges.
In a recent phone call, US President Donald Trump and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva discussed the conflict in Ukraine, calling for a swift settlement, while Lula also raised trade tariffs and UN Security Council reform.
A Russian drone attack on a shopping centre in the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih killed at least 16 people and wounded more than 130, according to Ukrainian officials. The strike, which President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned as a deliberate 'double-tap' targeting emergency responders, drew international outrage and promises of new sanctions. Separate attacks in the Mykolaiv and Kharkiv regions added to Friday's civilian toll.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham arrived in Kyiv on Monday for his first official foreign visit, marking Ukraine's Independence Day and chairing his inaugural meeting of the Coalition of the Willing. He announced an agreement to allow the release of classified information on British components of the Storm Shadow/SCALP missile to enable local production in Ukraine, a step that drew sharp criticism from the Kremlin.
Ukrainian long-range drones struck the Lukoil-Permnefteorgsintez oil refinery in Perm, Russia, according to reports, with thick smoke rising from the facility and a temporary suspension of airport operations. The attack, more than 1,500 kilometers from the front line, underscores the reach of Ukraine's campaign against Russian energy infrastructure.
Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov says Moscow is ready to consider new proposals for settling the Ukraine conflict, provided they align with President Putin's goals and 'realities on the ground.' He stressed Russia will not abandon its fundamental positions, while noting Washington's ability to influence Kyiv and its European backers.
Australian Federal Police have charged 27-year-old Vladimir Teslov with attempting to engage in foreign interference after alleging he joined Ukrainian forces and sought to pass military information to contacts he believed were linked to Russian intelligence. He was arrested in Brisbane and remanded in custody following a court appearance. Officials stressed the case posed no direct threat to Australia.
Ukraine has imposed sanctions on the creators and producers of the Russian cartoon 'Masha and the Bear,' accusing it of spreading pro-Russian narratives. The move, signed by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, allows Kyiv to block the content and seek its removal from international platforms. The Kremlin dismissed the allegations, praising the show's global appeal.
Finland's defence ministry said on Thursday evening it suspected a Russian aircraft had violated its airspace earlier in the day. Defence Minister Antti Hakkanen said an investigation is underway. The incident follows previous suspected violations and comes amid heightened European concern over drone activity near NATO borders.
Long petrol queues have formed across Moscow and other Russian regions after Ukrainian drone strikes damaged oil refineries, prompting rationing, lower-grade fuel authorisations and some arrests of residents who protested priority access for officials. Russian authorities describe the disruptions as temporary repairs with no critical consequences, while economists and analysts warn of deeper structural strains and rising public anxiety.
Germany's gas storage is just above half full, the lowest in years for mid-August, due to the Iran war and Strait of Hormuz closure. The government and industry warn about the November 1 target, while consumer groups advise on fixed-price contracts.
Poland has placed military aircraft, ground-based air defense, and radar systems on heightened readiness after Russia launched strikes on Ukraine. The Polish Operational Command announced the preventive measures to secure airspace near threatened regions, with forces ready to respond immediately.
Overnight Russian missile strikes on Kyiv and the surrounding region have killed at least 13 people and wounded dozens, according to Ukrainian authorities. The attack damaged residential buildings, a medical facility, and a children's hospital, prompting Kyiv's mayor to declare a day of mourning.
South Korea has launched its first commercial container ship voyage through the Arctic, testing the route's viability as Middle East conflict disrupts traditional shipping lanes. The PanStar Acro, carrying 837 TEUs of cargo, is expected to take about 45 days to reach European ports, but the trip has sparked environmental and geopolitical concerns, including potential friction with Western allies over Russia's role.
September WTI crude oil climbed 1.67% on Tuesday, buoyed by a weaker dollar and persistent Middle East supply disruptions, while gasoline prices slipped. The UAE's decision to cut economic ties with Iran and renewed Israeli strikes heightened concerns, though OPEC production increases and rising US inventories tempered gains. IEA head Fatih Birol warned the Strait of Hormuz crisis has caused long-term damage to energy markets.
Attacks on shipping have shut down over 97% of Russia and Ukraine's grain export capacity in the Azov and Black Sea basin, driving up global prices. Ukraine proposed a truce on attacks against grain ships, but Russia rejected it, demanding guarantees against strikes on its energy infrastructure. Meanwhile, Ukraine's grain exports have fallen to about a fifth of potential shipments, with ports in Odesa effectively ceased operations.
A suspected arson attack on a Tallinn facility used by Estonian defence contractor Milrem Robotics has not disrupted its deliveries of robotic military vehicles to Ukraine, the company's CEO said. Estonian authorities are investigating possible Russian involvement, while the incident is part of a wider pattern of suspected hybrid operations across Europe.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has firmly rejected former defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov's call for elections during wartime, warning they would be a 'tsunami' that could destroy the country. The dispute highlights growing internal political tensions as Russia continues its offensive and Ukraine faces missile shortages and funding gaps.