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Pope Leo XIV, recovering from lung cancer surgery, called Russian President Vladimir Putin, urging a ceasefire in Oleshky, Ukraine. The Vatican highlighted the dire humanitarian situation, with approximately 2,000 civilians needing safe evacuation and aid. Putin acknowledged the Pope’s humanitarian efforts and expressed gratitude for his involvement.

Elon Musk clarified that any disruptions in Ukraine’s use of the Starshield satellite communications system are under the authority of the US government, not SpaceX. His comments follow concerns from Ukrainian officials regarding speed limits affecting military operations, amid ongoing conflict with Russia.

Nato’s top commander, General Alexus Grynkewich, asserts readiness to respond decisively to any Russian aggression against alliance territory during a security conference in Warsaw.

A fire has broken out on an oil tanker off Sochi following a reported Ukrainian marine drone attack, while a potential energy ceasefire is discussed by leaders.

On 11 October, the Russian army struck two residential blocks in Sloviansk, Donetsk, injuring four people, as confirmed by Mayor Vadym Liakh. Simultaneously, a Russian drone attack on an ambulance in Sumy injured medical personnel, while emergency power cuts were enforced across several Ukrainian regions due to ongoing energy sector issues.

US President Donald Trump has suggested Ukraine needs a new leader, stating President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has failed to negotiate an end to Russia’s invasion. His remarks were welcomed by Russian officials and coincide with Zelenskyy’s criticism of a US deal that facilitates Russian diesel exports amidst rising global fuel prices.

Ukraine launched drone strikes on Russian oil facilities in response to Donald Trump’s deal to lift sanctions on Russian diesel, which has raised concerns about funding the war.

Ukraine continues its drone strikes on Russian infrastructure, targeting supply lorries bound for Crimea and intensifying operations to disrupt logistics.

More than 20 Finnish MPs report break-ins, with some alleging Russian agents are defecating in their homes as part of a campaign of intimidation.

Alina Koushyk, Editor-in-chief of Belsat, insists that journalism is not a crime despite the Belarusian regime labelling her a “terrorist.” Press freedom in Belarus remains under severe threat, with many Belsat journalists imprisoned, highlighting the ongoing crackdown on dissent in the country.