Summary
On October 9, 2025, fighting between Russia and Ukraine continued. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy claimed Ukrainian forces inflicted heavy casualties on Russian troops and damaged Russia's oil facilities. Meanwhile, European Commission President von der Leyen discussed possible responses to recent airspace violations attributed to Russia.
Key Facts
- Three people died and one was hurt by Ukrainian shelling in Russia's Belgorod region, according to the area's governor.
- Russia's Ministry of Defence said its forces captured Novohryhorivka in Ukraine's Zaporizhia region.
- Russia destroyed 53 Ukrainian drones overnight, according to Russian media.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated his forces killed thousands of Russian soldiers in the Dobropillia region since a counteroffensive began on August 21, 2024.
- Zelenskyy claimed Ukraine's attacks degraded Russia's oil facilities, causing energy shortages.
- European Commission President von der Leyen spoke about Europe's need to respond to hybrid warfare, stating it is essential to stay united.
- Russia's President Putin denied responsibility for recent drone activities in Europe.
- Russian officials warned against the U.S. supplying Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, suggesting severe consequences.
