On the night of October 5, Russia conducted large-scale combined strikes on Ukraine using drones and missiles, targeting Lviv region and energy infrastructure. Ukrainian forces tracked 549 aerial targets, intercepting or neutralizing 478, including 439 Shahed drones and various cruise and aeroballistic missiles.
The primary focus was Ukraine's energy infrastructure, particularly in Zaporizhzhia. Many regions experience power outages. Notably, Chinese satellites were observed over Lviv, though their mission remains unconfirmed.
International reaction has been limited. President Zelensky emphasized the need for the West to respond more decisively. European leaders and Lithuanian officials called for stronger sanctions on Russia. NATO issued stern warnings, and Norway is sending F-35s to Poland to bolster NATO air defense.
In the US, President Trump ordered the National Guard to Chicago to address crime amid domestic protests, while a court blocked troop deployment in Portland. In foreign policy, Trump urged Netanyahu to end military actions in Gaza quickly.
On Monday, Egypt will host negotiations between Israel and Hamas to seek a peaceful settlement and negotiate a possible hostage exchange.
China has imposed strict export restrictions on high-tech machinery to Russia, potentially causing shortages in the Russian military-industrial sector and signaling distancing by Beijing from Moscow in sensitive areas.
The EU remains largely united in support for Ukraine, with Greece announcing new military aid. In Ukraine, mobilization efforts now utilize voter registries for efficiency.
