Nov 9, 2026, 02:30 PM UTC

Ukrainian forces executed a series of targeted strikes against Russian military infrastructure and drone operations. According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Ukrainian units struck four Russian uncrewed aerial vehicle command centers across occupied territories and inside Russia, including a facility operated by Moscow's specialized "Rubikon" drone unit in occupied Berdyansk.

Simultaneously, Ukrainian long-range drones hit a bridge crossing the Mius River along the Novorossiya highway. The transport route connects Russia's Rostov region to occupied Crimea and southern Ukraine.

Meanwhile, details surfaced regarding Ukrainian offensive operations near Lyman, code-named Operation Vivaldi. Ukrainian commanders noted that local Russian officers withheld news of initial position losses from senior leaders, giving Ukrainian assault units critical time to secure gains.

Sources: Liga net, NV, Радіо Свобода, Українська правда.

Emergency response efforts continue across eastern Ukraine following extensive Russian missile and drone attacks on critical energy infrastructure over the weekend. Power disruptions have left over 600,000 residents in the Dnipropetrovsk region and approximately 250,000 in Kharkiv without electricity, sparking concerns over winter heating and water access.

Ukrainian energy operator DTEK reported significant damage to key facilities, while off-site power loss at the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant forced technicians to rely on emergency diesel generators for reactor cooling.

Russia's Ministry of Defence confirmed targeting energy facilities alongside a commercial container vessel. Repair teams are currently working to stabilize the grid as regional authorities prepare for further seasonal strain.

Sources: France24, La Tribune, Libération, ORF, Tagesschau

Delegations from Ukraine, Russia, and the United States are gathering in Abu Dhabi for two days of closed-door trilateral negotiations starting November 10. The meeting marks the first trilateral talks among the parties since February, focusing primarily on regional security guarantees.

Ukraine's delegation is headed by Foreign Intelligence Service Chief Rustem Umerov, while Russia's representatives have already departed for the United Arab Emirates. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated that mutual security assurances would top the agenda.

Assessments of Moscow's intentions remain split. Reports citing Bloomberg noted that Russia dispatched higher-level officials than in previous rounds, suggesting potential diplomatic movement. Conversely, the Institute for the Study of War reported that the Russian team includes negotiators known for stalling past efforts, raising doubts about Moscow's commitment.

Sources: Liga net, NEXTA, Nova TV, NV, Радіо Свобода.

European representatives will join upcoming negotiations concerning the war in Ukraine scheduled for November 10 and 11 in Abu Dhabi, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot announced on Sunday.

Speaking to French broadcaster RTL, Barrot confirmed that "Europeans will be well represented" and stated that France will participate in the US-brokered talks between Ukrainian and Russian delegations. Although Barrot did not specify which diplomats or officials would represent Paris or other European partners, he stressed the necessity of direct European involvement in security discussions affecting the continent.

The tripartite discussions, hosted in the United Arab Emirates under American mediation, aim to advance peace dialogues. European leaders have repeatedly urged that any negotiations shaping future security architectures in Eastern Europe must include direct representation from European states.

Sources: Digi24, Kathimerini, Tagesschau, Українська правда, Ziarul de Gardă.

Nvidia has launched an independent board investigation following admissions by Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang regarding an extramarital affair. In a staff memo, Huang apologized to his family and employees, stating, "I was unfaithful to my wife."

The probe focuses on whether the relationship compromised sensitive company information or national security, after reports emerged alleging the individual involved was tied to Chinese intelligence. Nvidia stated an initial review found no evidence that trade secrets or proprietary technology were leaked. Meanwhile, Chinese authorities have rejected the allegations, describing reports of foreign espionage as unfounded. Huang affirmed his commitment to remaining at the helm of the semiconductor firm as the inquiry proceeds.

Sources: Aftenposten, Berlingske, Morgunblaðið, ORF, Sermitsiaq.