Oct 8, 2026, 01:00 AM UTC

Russian forces launched an intense drone assault against Kyiv overnight, injuring a civilian and damaging local infrastructure. The strikes followed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's address to the United Nations General Assembly, where he strongly condemned Russian aggression. Moscow's Defence Ministry confirmed that its forces are conducting a coordinated campaign against Ukraine's energy network.

In retaliation, Ukrainian forces escalated long-range drone attacks targeting oil refineries and petroleum facilities deep inside Russia, forcing Moscow to import foreign fuel supplies to meet domestic demand.

Concurrently, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen declared that the European Union is prepared to respond to hostile acts within the bloc. Her warning followed German investigations into explosive drone incidents in Leipzig, where authorities identified two suspects linked to Moscow.

Sources: Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica.

Tehran claims to have targeted six vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, including three oil tankers and three American ships, as well as launching missiles at a United States aircraft carrier. Iranian state media described the strikes as retaliation for recent American raids.

US President Donald Trump downplayed the actions, asserting that "Hormuz is open" and maintaining that Iran faces severe internal and strategic strain. However, American intelligence assessments suggest the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps feels emboldened by recent engagements, raising concerns over potential military escalation.

The strikes follow renewed hostility that has disrupted a 14-point memorandum of understanding signed in June to establish a provisional ceasefire. Firefighters reportedly contained a blaze on one damaged tanker following the attacks.

Sources: Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica.

The European Union has renewed its sanctions regime against Russia after a missile attack struck a train near the border between Ukraine and Poland. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas and French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot condemned the strike, characterizing it as an effort to spread fear and incite division across Europe.

Meanwhile, combat operations continued across multiple regions. Ukrainian authorities reported two fatalities and 14 injuries resulting from Russian artillery strikes in Kherson. Concurrently, Ukrainian drone strikes reportedly injured seven individuals across Russia's Belgorod and Sochi territories.

On the diplomatic front, US President Donald Trump announced that both Kyiv and Moscow had agreed to halt attacks targeting energy infrastructure. In domestic political news, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky signed an official decree removing the nation's prosecutor general from office.

Sources: CDM

Growing public skepticism and economic anxieties are reshaping Italy’s debate over artificial intelligence. According to a recent SWG survey presented at the Italian Chamber of Deputies, positive perception of AI among Italians fell to 49% from 68% in 2020, while public concern rose from 23% to 45%.

The shift coincides with broader fears regarding automated job displacement—with estimates linking AI to roughly 425,000 job losses globally in recent years—and warnings over potential fiscal instability for the Italian state treasury. At the same time, discussions continue over corporate governance and regulatory oversight among major tech firms. Despite rising domestic caution, Italian executives and researchers continue to play prominent roles in international AI development, even as safety debates and industry lobbying intensify across Europe.

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

Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, dismissed by President Volodymyr Zelensky in July, has urged lawmakers in Kyiv to lay the legislative groundwork for future national elections. While Ukrainian law forbids holding votes during martial law, Fedorov stressed that advance planning is necessary to address complex electoral logistics. He highlighted that establishing clear rules early is vital to protect the voting rights of millions of refugees overseas and soldiers stationed on the front lines. The initiative seeks to maintain democratic continuity once security conditions allow martial law to be lifted.

Sources: Le Monde.