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The situation on Ukraine’s northeastern frontline is becoming increasingly challenging, according to a top Ukrainian general. Oleksandr Syrskyi warned that Russian forces are attempting to break through Kyiv’s defenses near Kupiansk on a daily basis. The aim is to blockade and capture the town, which was previously seized by Russia and then liberated by Ukraine. Losing the town again would be a significant blow to Ukraine’s morale as it continues its efforts to reclaim heavily mined and fortified territory in the south.

The Financial Times reported that Vladimir Putin has held an emergency meeting to address state currency controls, suggesting that Russia’s war in Ukraine is taking a toll on its economy. This development further highlights the impact of the conflict on Russia itself.

In other news, Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) claims to have thwarted a planned attack on communications stations in the uranium-enriching town of Zelenogorsk in Siberia. The FSB detained two individuals allegedly involved in the plot. The attack was targeting state-controlled telecoms operator Rostelecom and the TransTelecom telecommunications company.

Meanwhile, the EU has redirected €135m initially allocated for programs with Russia and Belarus towards strengthening cooperation with Ukraine and Moldova. This decision is a response to Russia’s war against Ukraine.

Additionally, thousands of Wagner mercenaries have arrived in Belarus near the Polish border. Posters have been appearing next to Polish border posts displaying pictures of the fighters and inviting recruits to join the private military company. Authorities in Poland have arrested two Russians in relation to this matter.

Russia’s defense ministry claims to have prevented a drone attack from Ukraine on Russian territory. And Ukraine has been forced to adapt its grain export business due to Russia’s actions. While traditionally using Black Sea ports, Ukraine has now been exporting grain through its ports on the Danube River after Russia withdrew from a UN-brokered deal. However, recent Russian attacks on port infrastructure, including drone strikes and damage to grain silos, have posed new challenges.

Despite the ongoing pressures of war, Ukraine is preparing for winter by stockpiling fuel reserves. The British Ministry of Defense believes that Ukraine’s efforts to maintain output in its mining sector and secure sufficient gas stocks will ensure a continuous supply of fuel during the winter period.

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