As the war in Ukraine enters its 943rd day, the conflict continues to escalate with devastating consequences. Here are the main developments from Wednesday, 25 September, 2024:
Fighting
- Russia struck a Kharkiv apartment block, killing at least three people and injuring 34.
- Several people were injured in a Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia, with the Governor accusing Russia of “hunting civilians.”
- Multiple casualties were reported in artillery attacks on Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka.
- Russian forces attempted to storm Vuhledar, facing resistance from Ukrainian troops.
- Energy infrastructure in Poltava was damaged, leaving 20 settlements without power.
The Ukrainian Air Force successfully defended against Russian drone attacks, downing multiple drones in various regions.
Politics and Diplomacy
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged the UN Security Council to force Russia into peace negotiations.
- Tensions rose between the US and China as accusations were made regarding Chinese support for Russia.
- Brazil and China proposed a peace plan for talks between Russia and Ukraine, which was rejected by Zelenskyy.
Weapons
- Ukraine revealed that foreign parts found in Russian weapons had been supplied through China, implicating multiple countries in the conflict.