Russian missile and drone attacks continue to target Ukraine's energy infrastructure, especially in Kyiv and nine other regions, causing widespread power outages and damage to critical facilities as winter approaches.

Kyiv's mayor reports complete power loss on the left bank and ongoing water supply disruptions, highlighting the severity of the strikes on civilian infrastructure.

In response to these attacks, Ukrainian authorities and energy companies are working to restore power and water services, with some regions activating emergency power outage plans and restricting traffic over key infrastructure like the Dnipro dam.

Ukrainian President Zelensky has called for international support, including air defense systems and sanctions, to counter Russia's ongoing assaults, which have involved over 450 drones and more than 30 missiles in recent strikes.

Zelensky has also suggested nominating Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize if he helps facilitate a ceasefire through advanced weaponry, amid hopes that increased military aid could hasten peace negotiations.

The US Senate approved a $925 billion defense budget for 2026, extending a $500 million security assistance package to Ukraine through 2028, reflecting ongoing Western support for Kyiv.

Ukraine has evacuated 23 children from Russian-occupied territories as part of a government program, amid accusations from Russia of the illegal deportation of over 19,500 children.

Germany's Rheinmetall will supply Ukraine with additional SkyRanger 35 air defense systems, funded by frozen Russian assets, to bolster Ukraine's defenses against drone attacks.

The International Atomic Energy Agency has begun restoring external power to the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, which has been reliant on diesel generators after recent explosions near the site.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has officially acknowledged responsibility for the December 2024 Azerbaijani plane crash caused by Russian missile debris, promising an investigation and compensation.

Ukraine's air defenses intercepted 405 out of 465 strike and decoy drones, along with 32 missiles, during a recent massive Russian attack on Ukrainian territory.

Rescue operations in Kyiv have extracted over 20 people from a burning apartment building following the attack, with ongoing efforts to assess and repair the damage to critical infrastructure.

As of October 10, 2025, Russian forces have suffered over 1,120 personnel losses and significant equipment damage, including thousands of tanks, armored vehicles, artillery systems, and drones.