On Thursday, October 10, 2024, the war between Russia and Ukraine entered its 958th day with significant developments. In the fighting, at least six people were killed and eight injured in a Russian missile attack on the port infrastructure of Ukraine’s Odesa region. Ukraine retaliated by striking a Russian base where drones were stored, as well as a weapons arsenal in the Bryansk region. Russian air defense units destroyed Ukrainian drones, and Russian forces recaptured villages in the Kursk region.
On the political front, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke at a summit in Croatia, expressing optimism about ending the war in 2025. Zelenskyy is seeking Western support to use long-range weapons on Russian targets. The European Union approved a plan to loan Ukraine 35 billion euros backed by frozen Russian assets. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen criticized Hungary for its close ties with Russia and lack of support for Ukraine.
Ukrainian authorities arrested a soldier for desertion, while a Russian court sentenced a former US Marine and an activist for involvement in the conflict. Ukraine plans to organize a new peace summit by the end of the year, with hopes of Russian participation through third-party intermediaries.
Overall, the situation remains tense and volatile as both sides continue to engage in military actions and diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict. The international community is closely monitoring the situation in the region as efforts to achieve peace and stability continue.
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