Ukraine war briefing: Big drone deal awaits Trump signature, says Zelenskyy
Both sides can use each other’s expertise, Ukrainian president stresses; more Russian oil facilities burning after attacks. What we know on day 1,559
TL;DR
- Zelenskyy seeks a major bilateral drone deal with the US, believing it would leverage Ukraine's battlefield experience and US AI technology.
- Ukraine launched further drone strikes targeting Russian energy sites, including refineries in Saratov and the Kirov region, and a fuel depot in Rostov.
- Russia launched drone attacks in Ukraine, hitting Chernihiv causing power outages and casualties, Dnipro, and an apartment building in Henichesk.
- Ukraine received a new Iris-T missile launcher from Germany and is seeking more air defense ammunition.
- Zelenskyy raised concerns about Russia abducting and training Ukrainian children to fight against Ukraine.
- Ukraine is interested in securing peace talks before winter, leveraging its improved strategic position.