Day: October 3, 2025

#Russia– #Ukraine war  #news today

Latest news on the Russia-Ukraine war, as of October 3, 2025, includes a large-scale Russian missile and drone attack on Ukraine’s natural gas facilities, ongoing heavy fighting in the Donetsk and Kharkiv regions, and ongoing diplomatic maneuvering ahead of winter.
Key recent developments
On the ground and in the air
Massive Russian strikes: Russia launched what officials described as the biggest attack of the war on Ukraine’s natural gas facilities overnight into October 3, targeting the state-owned Naftogaz Group. Ukraine’s Air Force reported that Russia fired 381 drones and 35 missiles across the country.
Ukrainian officials said the attacks aimed to damage the power grid ahead of winter, with the CEO of Naftogaz stating there was no military purpose to the attacks.
Emergency services also reported a separate Russian drone strike on a farm in the Kharkiv region, which killed an estimated 13,000 pigs.

Continued heavy fighting: The front lines remain active, particularly in the Donetsk and Kharkiv regions. Ukrainian forces have reportedly repelled over 90 Russian assaults since the start of the day on October 3.
Russian forces are conducting localized attacks near the international border in northern Kharkiv Oblast.
The Institute for the Study of War has noted recent Russian advances near Lyman and Siversk.

Ukrainian counterattacks: Ukraine has used long-range drones to strike back at Russian territory.A Ukrainian drone attack hit the Orsk oil refinery, causing a fire.
Another strike temporarily halted operations at the Azot chemical plant in Berezniki, deep inside Russia.

Diplomatic and international actions
Warnings regarding nuclear escalation: Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned Ukraine against striking areas near the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant and suggested Moscow could retaliate against Ukrainian nuclear facilities.
Potential for long-range US missile supply: Following reports that the US may increase intelligence sharing for Ukrainian long-range strikes, Russian officials warned that supplying Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine would be a significant escalation.
Ukrainian drone cooperation: Denmark announced it is sending a mission to Ukraine to learn from its expertise in drone warfare. This follows the creation of a “drone wall” initiative by several European nations to counter airspace violations.
Czech election implications: An election in the Czech Republic could see a new government come to power on a platform of reducing aid to Ukraine.
Humanitarian situation
Civilian casualties and displacement: A Russian strike on Kyiv reportedly killed four people, including two at a cardiology institute. The UN reported in early October that the war has entered an “even more dangerous and deadly stage for civilians”.
Vulnerable infrastructure: Russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s gas and energy infrastructure are exacerbating concerns about the approaching winter and its effects on the civilian population.
Record casualties: UN human rights chief Volker Türk noted a record number of civilian casualties due to intense attacks and massive airstrikes.

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— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Oct 3, 2025