Oct 11, 2026, 02:00 PM UTC

U.S. President Donald Trump has called on both Ukraine and Russia to reach a settlement to end hostilities before the upcoming winter. Following discussions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and a telephone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Trump expressed confidence that Moscow is open to negotiations, stating, "He wants a deal."

Zelensky characterized his dialogue with the American leader as "positive and productive," affirming that both Kyiv and Washington aim to stop the conflict in the coming months. Trump reiterated his push for a negotiated resolution, emphasizing that both sides need to reach an agreement to halt the fighting. Despite the optimism expressed regarding a near-term diplomatic breakthrough, specific parameters for potential peace terms remain undisclosed.

Sources: Diário de Notícias (DN), Expresso, Jornal Económico, RTP (Rádio e Televisão de Portugal)

Russian forces executed additional drone strikes on Kyiv, injuring at least one person and damaging infrastructure following Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's address to the United Nations General Assembly. Russian defense officials confirmed a dedicated campaign targeting Ukraine's energy network. In response, Ukrainian long-range strikes against Russian oil facilities have disrupted local fuel supplies, forcing Moscow to import petrol.

Concurrently, European security concerns escalated after German investigators identified two suspects linked to Moscow over an explosive drone plot in Leipzig. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen condemned foreign threats, stating that the European Union "will not tolerate attacks on EU soil" and remains prepared to respond.

Sources: Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica.

United States federal prosecutors in Manhattan have unsealed charges against five alleged Russian intelligence operatives, accusing them of managing a global network tasked with executing targeted assassinations and sabotage against supporters of Ukraine across North America and Europe.

According to the Department of Justice, the suspects recruited and offered payments to individuals to conduct surveillance and launch attacks against targets perceived as aligned with Kyiv, including a June 2024 operation in Prague. All five charged individuals remain at large.

Meanwhile, Denmark’s Security and Intelligence Service reported at a Copenhagen conference that Russian operatives conducted targeted sabotage against Danish defense manufacturers producing military equipment for Ukraine, characterising the actions as a major escalation in Moscow’s hybrid warfare operations.

Sources: BBC News, France24, OCCRP, Sweden Herald, The Guardian.

Former national team captain Aleš Čeh and Maribor striker Jan Mlakar have shared perspectives on their careers and domestic rivalries ahead of the match between Olimpija Ljubljana and Maribor.

Čeh reflected on his transition into coaching, having spent over ten years as an assistant to Srečko Katanec across Europe and Asia. He reiterated his long-standing affection for Olimpija while expressing strong respect for Maribor. Meanwhile, Ljubljana-born Mlakar discussed his third spell at Maribor. Mlakar noted that although rivals Olimpija are experiencing organizational challenges, high-stakes derby matches offer struggling teams a crucial opportunity to revitalize their season.

Sources: Delo, Siol.net

Tensions between Washington and Tehran have heightened after a 60-day memorandum of understanding expired without an extension. Following the breakdown of peace negotiations, Iranian military officials announced a transition to a "completely offensive" posture, pledging to pursue the "complete defeat" of American forces in the region. The United States confirmed it does not intend to renew the temporary ceasefire agreement.

The diplomatic impasse comes amid escalating maritime combat. US Central Command announced that American forces targeted five Iranian oil tankers, sinking one, in retaliation for Iranian strikes on a US warship. Analysts caution that growing economic pressure on Iran and mounting fears over maritime security near the Strait of Hormuz could trigger a broader regional conflict.

Sources: Adevărul, Digi24, HotNews, Moldova1, Ziarul de Gardă.