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Two senior Democratic lawmakers have urged FBI Director Kash Patel to cancel a reported trip to Russia, citing national security concerns. The FBI has not confirmed the travel plans, which are reportedly scheduled for mid-October.
ostro.org reported it asUS FBI Director Arrives in Russia for Talks (opens ostro.org in a new tab)
Russia launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine's energy and communications infrastructure, hitting facilities in Kyiv and Kharkiv. Russia's Defence Ministry stated the targets served military purposes, while Ukraine reported civilian deaths and injuries and a lack of prior warning from Western allies.
ostro.org reported it asThe Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation Declared the Attacked Energy Facilities of Ukraine on Wednesday as Military Targets of the Russian Army (opens ostro.org in a new tab)
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine did not receive advance intelligence from its partners regarding a Russian ballistic missile strike on Kyiv. He described the attack as "particularly vile" and stressed the importance of early warnings for saving lives.
ostro.org reported it asThe Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation Declared the Attacked Energy Facilities of Ukraine on Wednesday as Military Targets of the Russian Army (opens ostro.org in a new tab)
Hours after Donald Trump announced an energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, Russian forces attacked power plants and energy infrastructure in Ukraine. Ukrainian officials confirmed the attacks and stated Russia had violated the truce.
ostro.org reported it asLast Night the Armed Forces Did Not Attack Russian Refineries, but the Russian Federation Continued to Attack Energy Facilities of Ukraine (opens ostro.org in a new tab)
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that social media has become less hostile and experienced fewer bots following Ukrainian attacks on Yandex data centers. Cloudflare data shows a significant drop in YandexBot traffic after drone strikes on Yandex data centers.
ostro.org reported it asUkrainian Attacks on Yandex Data Centers Brought Down Russian Botfarms (opens ostro.org in a new tab)
Kremlin spokesman Dmitri Peskov declared Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky hysterical and incapable of rational action, saying this blocks any negotiated peace. The comments came after Donald Trump urged Ukraine to replace Zelensky and Dmitri Medvedev praised Trump, calling Zelensky a bloodthirsty clown.
ostro.org reported it asThe European Union Responded to Trump's Call for Presidential Elections in Ukraine (opens ostro.org in a new tab)
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that Ukraine would organize elections if Russian President Vladimir Putin agrees to a 60-day ceasefire. Zelensky also offered to halt attacks on Russian oil refineries in exchange for Moscow ceasing strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure.
ostro.org reported it asThe European Union Responded to Trump's Call for Presidential Elections in Ukraine (opens ostro.org in a new tab)
The United States has threatened to halt weapons and intelligence supplies to Ukraine if Kyiv continues to attack Russian oil refineries. US officials have contacted Kyiv and European capitals to urge an end to these strikes, with the potential suspension of the PURL mechanism also mentioned.
ostro.org reported it asUS Threatens to Block Arms Supplies to Ukraine over Attacks on Russian Refineries (opens ostro.org in a new tab)
A Russian missile strike hit a residential area and a grocery store in Pisochyn, near Kharkiv, on October 11, 2026. Three people were killed, including a 16-year-old boy, and at least 22 were injured.
ostro.org reported it asThe Russian Federation Hit a Store in the Suburbs of Kharkov. Three People Are Known to Have Died, There Are Wounded. (opens ostro.org in a new tab)
European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has welcomed an announced energy truce between Russia and Ukraine but expressed doubt that Russia will abide by it. She stated that the truce would benefit Russia more than Ukraine and called for continued pressure on Moscow.
ostro.org reported it asAnnouncement of Energy Truce Became News for Me (opens ostro.org in a new tab)
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin received US proposals on de-escalation measures with understanding. Donald Trump conveyed these ideas to Putin during a phone call on Friday, which was largely dedicated to finding a way out of the conflict. US, Ukrainian, and European officials also met in Miami to discuss ending the fighting.
ostro.org reported it asUkraine Will Hold Elections if Putin Agrees to 60-Day Truce (opens ostro.org in a new tab)
Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump held a telephone conversation on October 9, discussing the Ukraine crisis and the situation surrounding Iran. Putin also stated Russia's readiness to supply oil and oil products to global markets.
ostro.org reported it asUkraine Will Hold Elections if Putin Agrees to 60-Day Truce (opens ostro.org in a new tab)
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that social media has become less hostile and experienced fewer bots following Ukrainian attacks on Yandex data centers. Cloudflare data shows a significant drop in YandexBot traffic after drone strikes on Yandex data centers.
ostro.org reported it asDue to a Drone Attack, the Yandex Data Center in Vladimir Has Been Disabled (opens ostro.org in a new tab)
Elon Musk has publicly supported Donald Trump's criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Musk stated on X that Zelensky has "gone too far," a comment made in response to Trump's call for Ukraine to find a new president and his criticism of attacks on Russian oil refineries.
ostro.org reported it asTrump Is Annoyed by Zelensky's Intransigence: He Already Offers Ukraine a “New President” (opens ostro.org in a new tab)
Donald Trump stated that Ukraine needs a new president capable of reaching an agreement with Russia and condemned Ukrainian attacks on Russian energy infrastructure. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha responded that President Zelensky has the support of the Ukrainian people and deserves backing.
ostro.org reported it asTrump Is Annoyed by Zelensky's Intransigence: He Already Offers Ukraine a “New President” (opens ostro.org in a new tab)
Donald Trump announced an agreement for Russia to supply over 300,000 tonnes of diesel immediately, with further shipments planned. Kirill Dmitriev, a Russian special representative, stated the cooperation would benefit global markets.
ostro.org reported it asPutin's Special Envoy Confirms Agreement with Trump on Diesel Fuel (opens ostro.org in a new tab)
The United Kingdom has introduced 38 new sanctions against Russia, targeting key sectors including oil companies, shadow fleet tankers, cryptocurrency exchanges, and suppliers of military equipment. The measures aim to restrict Russia's revenue and disrupt its ability to fund and equip its war in Ukraine.
ostro.org reported it asTrump Announced a “Successful Phone Conversation” with Putin: Russian Leader Promised Millions of Tons of Diesel Fuel, About Ukraine (opens ostro.org in a new tab)
Donald Trump announced an agreement for Russia to supply over 300,000 tonnes of diesel immediately, with further shipments planned. Kirill Dmitriev, a Russian special representative, stated the cooperation would benefit global markets.
ostro.org reported it asTrump Announced a “Successful Phone Conversation” with Putin: Russian Leader Promised Millions of Tons of Diesel Fuel, About Ukraine (opens ostro.org in a new tab)
US Treasury Secretary Scott Besant asserted the government possesses the legal authority to proceed with a diesel deal involving Russia. He stated the agreement is intended to reduce fuel prices for American consumers.
ostro.org reported it asTrump Announced a “Successful Phone Conversation” with Putin: Russian Leader Promised Millions of Tons of Diesel Fuel, About Ukraine (opens ostro.org in a new tab)
The United Kingdom has introduced 38 new sanctions against Russia, targeting key sectors including oil companies, shadow fleet tankers, cryptocurrency exchanges, and suppliers of military equipment. The measures aim to restrict Russia's revenue and disrupt its ability to fund and equip its war in Ukraine.
ostro.org reported it asRussia Puts Forward Conditions for Cessation of Strikes on Ukraine's Energy Sector - Kyiv Independent (opens ostro.org in a new tab)
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What we have seen ourselves
Counted across the stories this site has published, which is the only denominator a reader can check: every one of them has a page, and every page lists the reports it was written from.
- Stories
- 88
- Reports listed
- 101
- We could read
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- First seen
- 30 August 2026
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Measured 15 October 2026. Last seen in a coverage list 15 October 2026. Ratings pulled 29 September 2026.
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