A large-scale drone attack has hit Russia's Samara region, damaging facilities and disrupting operations at an Ozon logistics complex, according to regional authorities and the company.
Russian President Vladimir Putin says the 18-20 September legislative elections will confirm the stability of the Russian state and the maturity of its political system.
Speaking at the United Russia party congress, Putin said the vote would demonstrate Russia’s ability to withstand external threats and protect its sovereignty and security.
He also said Moscow would continue large-scale projects focused on public administration, defence, economic growth and social development.
The election will determine all 450 seats in Russia’s State Duma. Putin also accused Ukraine of intensifying strikes on Russian infrastructure as fighting continues, while both Moscow and Kyiv deny deliberately targeting civilians.
Russian President Vladimir Putin says Ukraine has opened a “Pandora’s box” by striking economic targets, according to TASS.
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he discussed air defence shortages with French President Emmanuel Macron, who agreed to speed up deliveries of France’s latest equipment to Ukraine.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul says he will discuss efforts to revive Ukraine peace talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio next week.
Speaking in Kyiv, Wadephul said Germany, France and the UK would continue working closely together, while stressing the need to explore “every possible avenue” for negotiations.
He said Moscow was currently “standing in the way” of talks. Wadephul is also discussing defence cooperation and preparations to support Ukraine through the coming winter.
Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha says lasting peace with Russia is only possible with Europe actively involved in negotiations.
Speaking alongside Germany’s foreign minister in Kyiv, Sybiha called for renewed peace talks, stronger sanctions on Russia and greater pressure through frozen Russian assets. He said there should be “no pauses” in diplomatic efforts to end the war.
At least 16 people were killed and 130 injured, including 25 children, after Russian drones struck a shopping complex in Ukraine’s Kryvyi Rih.
Nine people, including two children, remain missing as search and rescue operations continue. Russian authorities have not commented on the attack.
Four people were injured after drones struck the Ozon logistics complex in Russia’s Samara region, according to emergency services.
Three of the victims sustained minor injuries, while one person is reported to be in serious condition.
Ukraine's military said it struck the Novokuibyshevsk oil refinery in Russia's Samara region overnight, causing a fire at the facility.
The military said the extent of the damage was still being assessed.
An Ozon logistics complex in the city of Chapayevsk was hit in the attack, sparking a warehouse fire, the company said. More than 500 employees were evacuated, several people were injured and operations at the facility were suspended indefinitely.
Local Telegram channels said a drone threat alert was issued in Samara at around 02:47 on 22 August. Unverified footage showing smoke and fire later circulated on social media.
Russian authorities and Ozon have not provided further details about the attack.
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