Sep 7, 2026, 02:30 AM UTC

Ukrainian authorities reported extensive damage across several regions, including Kyiv, Odesa, and Chernihiv, following overnight Russian missile and drone strikes. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that a combined attack killed at least 13 people and injured 40 in Kyiv, while a separate strike on a shopping centre in Kryvyi Rih left 15 dead and over 130 injured.

European Union High Representative Kaja Kallas condemned the bombardment, while Zelensky urged United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres to "do everything to stop the war."

Meanwhile, the Kremlin issued warnings to the United Kingdom after London and Paris authorized the local manufacturing of Scalp cruise missiles in Ukraine. On Kyiv's Independence Day, Italy reaffirmed its refusal to deploy troops or participate in upcoming multinational military exercises in October.

Sources: ANSA, Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica.

United States forces have launched renewed air strikes on Iranian targets, including Larak Island, prompting retaliatory attacks against American military bases in the Gulf region. Iranian state media claimed forces struck six vessels, including three oil tankers and three U.S. warships, as well as launching missiles toward an American aircraft carrier. Emergency crews successfully contained a fire aboard one damaged tanker.

Washington asserted that its recent military actions successfully thwarted Iranian attempts to lay sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz. However, an Iranian military official dismissed the U.S. narrative as "pure fantasy," stating the engagement was unrelated to minelaying operations. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump maintained that the strategic waterway remains open and Tehran is struggling, while intelligence officials warned the Revolutionary Guard could escalate further.

Sources: ANSA, Corriere della Sera, Il Messaggero, La Repubblica

German officials have formally attributed August's explosive drone attacks at Leipzig airport to Russian hybrid operations targeting military cargo and commercial freight. Berlin responded with retaliatory diplomatic measures, including closing Russia's consulate general in Bonn and revoking the lease for the Russian House in Berlin.

NATO leaders and European partners promised a joint response, while Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni extended "full solidarity" to Germany, stating that hybrid threats against an ally endanger the entire bloc. Meanwhile, Italian reporting highlighted domestic security concerns, pointing out that Rome approved nearly 50,000 visa requests for citizens of Russian-ally Belarus while rejecting only 200 applications.

Sources: ANSA, Corriere della Sera, Il Messaggero, Il Sole 24 Ore, La Repubblica.

United States President Donald Trump announced that Washington has no diplomatic negotiations scheduled with Tehran, reiterating that Iran will not be allowed to obtain nuclear weapons. Trump warned of potential military actions if Iranian or Omani forces interfere with shipping routes in the Strait of Hormuz. In response, Iranian officials indicated they would transition to offensive military operations if diplomatic avenues fail completely.

Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts regarding the war in Gaza face ongoing obstacles. Hamas announced its agreement to the second phase of a proposed peace framework. However, Israeli officials maintained that a full troop withdrawal will occur only after Hamas surrenders its weapons and completely disarms.

Sources: CDM (Cafe del Montenegro).