Russia–Ukraine
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Russia launched 433 drones overnight on 1 Nov; Kyiv under emergency power cuts
Why it's at this level
Ukraine's air force said Russia launched 433 drones overnight into 1 Nov, 371 of which were downed, with hits at 16 locations; Kyiv introduced emergency power cuts after attacks on energy infrastructure. A drone strike on Dnipro's main station on 29 Oct killed at least 13 civilians (UN). Front lines changed little.
What this means for you
Follow FCDO advice against all travel to Ukraine. Strikes on energy infrastructure may affect European power and gas markets this winter.
Part of a wider situation
Russia–Ukraine war and NATO's flank: 433 Russian drones launched on 1 Nov with Kyiv under emergency power cuts; drone-ship sinkings off Bulgaria.
Why it matters
Europe's largest war since 1945 shapes European security, energy, food exports and defence budgets.
What moves it
Front-line offensives, strike campaigns on energy, Western aid, negotiations, nuclear plant safety.