Russian strikes kill dozens across Ukraine as allies approve local missile production

Overnight Russian missile and drone strikes targeted Kyiv, Odesa, and Chernihiv, killing at least 13 people and injuring 40 others, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The assault followed an earlier strike on a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih that left 15 dead and over 130 wounded, drawing sharp condemnation from EU Foreign Affairs Chief Kaja Kallas, who said it showed the "depravity of Russia". In response, Zelensky appealed to UN Secretary-General António Guterres to take action to end the war.

Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces launched a strike against a major Lukoil oil refinery in Russia, as Moscow indicated ongoing work regarding a potential prisoner exchange. On the diplomatic front, the United Kingdom and France granted authorization for local production of Scalp cruise missiles inside Ukraine, while Italy reiterated its decision not to send troops or join planned October multinational maneuvers.

Sources: ANSA, Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica.