As the war enters its 948th day, here are the latest developments on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy describes the situation on the front line as “very, very difficult” after meeting with military commanders, emphasizing the need for quick and decisive action.
Fighting
- Russia captures Nelipivka village on the eastern front, with no confirmation from Ukraine’s General Staff. Drones target Kyiv but are successfully neutralized, causing no casualties.
Politics and diplomacy
- Russia plans to increase defense spending by 25%, reaching 6.3% of GDP, the highest since the Cold War. President Putin appoints new officials to the Security Council for wartime operations.
- In a video message, Putin reaffirms Russia’s goals in Ukraine. Journalists and a US citizen face legal action for involvement in the conflict.
- A Russian court sentences a man to life for a car bombing, while Ukraine arrests individuals suspected of collaborating with Russia. Former Dutch PM Mark Rutte prepares to take over as NATO secretary-general.