On September 27, Russia issued a direct threat to strike NATO military bases in Poland and Romania, as announced by the Russian Foreign Ministry. Drones have also been detected in Sweden. Sweden and Denmark coordinate counter-drone actions, but similar incidents are now occurring on Swedish territory.
A Ukrainian delegation is heading to the Pentagon for talks with the US regarding the possible use of Western-supplied weapons to strike Russian territory and to request long-range missiles. Despite rumors, there is no reliable information about Ukraine receiving Tomahawk missiles.
Russia launched a massive overnight attack on Ukraine using drones and missiles: According to official reports, 97 out of 115 enemy drones were intercepted. Critical infrastructure in Vinnytsia and Zaporizhzhia was damaged, leaving thousands without electricity. Railway infrastructure in the Odesa region was also attacked, leading to significant delays.
An incident involving a Hungarian drone entering Ukraine’s airspace has affected relations between Kyiv and Budapest. Ukraine-EU accession talks are currently stalled due to Hungary’s position, with progress possible only in 2026.
Russian officials claim that provocative operations are being prepared with drones intended to attack NATO transport hubs to frame Russia for the attacks.
Russian reconnaissance ships have been spotted surveying submarine communication cables in Europe, raising concerns about possible sabotage of NATO infrastructure.
There are ongoing information campaigns from Russia in the EU, including a case involving former Member of the European Parliament Nathan Gill, who admitted to promoting pro-Russian narratives.
The international community is responding: there are intensified discussions on missile defense systems for European countries, and the US and Ukraine are preparing for a new round of military support talks. Iran declared its continued commitment to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty despite new sanctions.
In summary, tensions in Europe and Ukraine remain high amid escalating military risks, information pressure, and geopolitical confrontation between Russia, the West, and other players.
