Nov 4, 2026, 12:30 AM UTC

Hostilities between Russia and Ukraine persisted across multiple fronts despite statements by US President Donald Trump asserting that both sides had consented to suspend strikes against energy infrastructure. Recent attacks in Ukraine's Kherson region resulted in two fatalities and 14 injuries, while Ukrainian drone strikes reportedly wounded seven individuals in the Russian territories of Belgorod and Sochi.

Diplomatic tensions remain high as the European Union extended its existing sanctions framework against Moscow. EU diplomatic chief Kaja Kallas alongside French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot denounced a recent strike targeting a train near the Ukrainian border with Poland, characterizing the action as an effort to divide European partners. In domestic developments, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky issued an executive order dismissing the country's prosecutor general from office.

Sources: CDM (Cafe del Montenegro)

Former Ukrainian Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called on Kyiv to initiate technical preparations for post-war democratic elections. Fedorov, who was dismissed by President Volodymyr Zelensky in July, stressed that establishing administrative frameworks early is essential to guarantee voting rights for frontline soldiers, internally displaced citizens, and overseas refugees once hostilities end.

Ukrainian law strictly prohibits holding elections while martial law remains in effect, and the presidential administration continues to prioritize national defense over electoral planning. However, Fedorov warned that failing to organize logistics in advance could significantly delay democratic processes after the war. Zelensky's administration has not indicated any plans to alter election restrictions while conflict persists.

Sources: Le Monde

U.S. Central Command confirmed a new series of military strikes against Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz, hitting three commercial oil vessels. The military actions followed Iranian ballistic missile launches aimed at two U.S. warships and an attempt to deploy naval mines, which American forces reported have been completely cleared.

The inclusion of commercial tankers marks a significant escalation in the maritime confrontation. U.S. President Donald Trump warned Tehran that continued interference with commercial shipping could trigger strikes on Iranian civilian and energy infrastructure, including power plants and bridges.

Commentary highlights that the conflict increasingly resembles a new phase of energy warfare, characterized by drone and missile strikes targeting critical economic assets.

Sources: Investor.bg, Mediapool, Nova TV

Russian forces launched nearly 60 strikes across five districts in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region over a 24-hour period, leaving at least five people dead and 16 others injured, local emergency personnel announced.

The highest casualties were reported in the Kamianske district, where three individuals died and five were wounded. Shelling in Pavlohrad caused two additional fatalities and injured seven people. Strikes also hit the Nikopol district, causing civilian injuries, sparking fires, and damaging infrastructure as emergency services deployed to clear debris.

The multi-district bombardment occurred as the full-scale conflict reached its 1,625th day.

Sources: Ziarul de Gardă

The U.S. Central Command launched airstrikes against two Iranian missile launchers on Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz, marking Washington's first military action on Iranian territory in a month. Iranian state media confirmed that six naval personnel were killed in the attack.

Despite the military engagement, Qatari mediators reported ongoing efforts to broker a U.S.-Iran agreement. However, Iranian officials stated Tehran sees no current necessity for direct talks until Washington accepts its prerequisite conditions.

Diplomatic prospects were further complicated after U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to demand financial compensation from Iran for past regional attacks and crackdowns on protesters.

Sources: Le Figaro, Le Monde, Le Soir, Libération, RTBF Info.