Ukraine hits Russian refinery following deadly strikes across cities

Russian forces launched a series of coordinated missile and drone strikes across Ukraine, targeting civilian sites in Kyiv, Odesa, Chernihiv, and a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih, resulting in at least 15 deaths and dozens of injuries. In response, Ukrainian forces targeted a major Lukoil oil refinery in Russia.

Amid the escalating hostilities, Moscow announced ongoing negotiations for a potential prisoner exchange. However, the Kremlin issued warnings to the United Kingdom after London and Paris authorized the localized production of Scalp cruise missiles within Ukrainian territory.

On the international front, Italy confirmed it will not send troops to Ukraine nor participate in upcoming multinational military exercises planned for October.

Sources: ANSA, Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica.