Nov 9, 2026, 06:30 AM UTC

Russian aerial attacks targeting Ukraine's energy network overnight resulted in severe power outages across multiple regions, leaving more than 850,000 consumers without electricity in Dnipropetrovsk and Kharkiv. Local utility operators responded by implementing emergency blackouts and scheduled stabilization cuts to manage severe power deficits ahead of the winter season.

The strikes also caused casualties and physical damage in several urban locations. Regional officials reported one death and one injury from a drone strike in the suburbs of Dnipro, alongside another fatality and infrastructure damage in Odesa. In Kharkiv, drone strikes triggered fires and prolonged air raid alerts. Russian authorities separately reported damage to a highway bridge spanning the Mius River. Ukrainian officials urged businesses and residents to conserve electricity as grid repairs continue.

Sources: Adevărul, HotNews, Moldova1, TV8, Ziarul de Gardă

Polish law enforcement authorities are continuing their investigation into a mass shooting in central Krakow that left nine people dead, as the nation observes two days of national mourning declared by President Karol Nawrocki.

On Saturday, a 24-year-old gunman opened fire from a vehicle onto Krakow's main square, killing six people and wounding over a dozen others before police shot and critically wounded him. Investigators subsequently searched the suspect's residence, discovering the dead bodies of two women and one man, believed to be his parents and sister. Prime Minister Donald Tusk described the home discovery during an emergency crisis meeting as "the next act of this tragedy."

Police confirmed the suspect possessed a valid firearms license, belonged to a local shooting club, and utilized a civilian variant of an AR-15 semi-automatic rifle. A motive has not yet been established.

Sources: Danas, Delo, N1, Siol.net, Vijesti.

European military forces led by the United Kingdom and France have commenced exercise "COALITION 26.2" to prepare for potential post-conflict deployment in Ukraine. Running until November 22 across Poland, France, and Turkey, the training involves 2,800 troops from 11 nations under the Multinational Forces for Ukraine framework. The United States is not participating in the exercises, which aim to test plans for supporting Ukraine's military rebuild and economic recovery once hostilities cease.

While organizers frame the maneuvers as preparation for future peacekeeping operations, experts cited in coverage suggest the deployment may never materialize due to ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.

Sources: Avaz, Klix, Vijesti

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has resumed campaigning for Spain's upcoming general election on November 29, following a brief pause caused by the fatal Urda rail accident. Addressing supporters in Valencia and the Basque Country, the Socialist leader cited recent international electoral developments in Brazil and the United States to express optimism regarding his party's prospects.

During his speeches, Sánchez proposed constitutional amendments to guarantee abortion rights and secure automatic pension increases. He also restarted direct campaign initiatives, including posting cultural and musical recommendations on social media. Reflecting on the election contest, Sánchez remarked that "we are going to win the match, but it is not won yet."

Sources: La Vanguardia, El Mundo, Canarias7, Le Monde

Solidarity efforts across Poland have intensified following Saturday's mass shooting in central Krakow, which left six people dead and 15 injured, in addition to three family members discovered dead at the suspect's residence. Public attention has centered on two critically injured police officers, including former paratrooper Officer Jakub Kulik, who engaged the gunman within 23 seconds of the initial emergency call.

An online fundraising initiative raised over €1.13 million in 17 hours to support the wounded officers. Reports also revealed that two prominent surgeons dining nearby provided immediate medical intervention before emergency services arrived. Urgent calls for blood donations persist across the country, as all surviving victims remain hospitalized. Authorities continue their investigation into the 24-year-old suspect's motives.

Sources: Adevărul, Digi24, HotNews, TV8, Ziarul de Gardă.