News|Russia-Ukraine warRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,340Here are the key events from day 1,340 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Here is the current situation on Sun, Oct 26, 2025:
Here is the current situation on Sun, Oct 26, 2025:
Russia initiated a drone assault on Kyiv, leading to damage in residential areas and injuries to at least five individuals, including two children. Russian missile and drone operations on Sat, Oct 25, 2025, resulted in two fatalities and 12 injuries, according to Ukrainian officials. The attacks targeted critical infrastructure, impacting the energy grid, railroads, and residential zones in various regions. Ukraine’s President highlighted the increased necessity for Patriot air defense systems to counter these threats. Ukraine’s Air Force reported intercepting four out of nine missiles and 50 out of 62 drones launched in the recent attacks. Russia’s Ministry of Defence claimed to have neutralized 121 Ukrainian drones, including seven directed towards Moscow. The governor of Russia's Belgorod region reported damage to a dam caused by Ukrainian forces, raising concerns about potential flooding.
Russian missile and drone operations on Sat, Oct 25, 2025, resulted in two fatalities and 12 injuries, according to Ukrainian officials.
US President Donald Trump stated he would only engage with Russian President Vladimir Putin if a peace agreement seemed feasible. The Trump administration is preparing additional sanctions against Russia, targeting significant economic sectors should the conflict persist. US officials expressed a desire for European allies to take further actions, potentially through new sanctions or tariffs. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy approved the latest US sanctions on major Russian oil companies as a necessary response to aggression. Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine anticipates receiving up to 150 Swedish Gripen fighter jets starting next year. Moscow's special envoy for investment expressed optimism about a diplomatic resolution to the ongoing conflict.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.
