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The annual press conference of Russian President Vladimir Putin will be combined with "Direct Line," an annual question and answer session, this year, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated on Thursday.

NATO Deputy Secretary General Mircea Geoană made the comments during a working visit to the Romanian capital to take part in the Bucharest Forum on November 2.

The leader of the opposition Freedom Party of Austria (FPO), Herbert Kickl, said on Thursday that it was "political madness" for the European Union to seek the accession of Ukraine, a country engaged in an active armed conflict, and urged Austrias federal government to veto the move.

German arms manufacturer Rheinmetall will transfer 100,000 rounds of mortar ammunition to Ukraine within the next two years, the company announced on Wednesday.

Russian forces have been wreaking havoc on the Ukrainian positions using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV). The Yug Battlegroup has been successfully carrying out precise strikes using kamikaze drones, also known as loitering munitions.

The US Agency for International Development (USAID) warned on Wednesday that there is no funding left for direct budget support to Ukraine, making further US appropriations critical to avoid Ukraine’s government using emergency measures to keep its economy afloat.

The United States has already burned through nearly 96% of funds allocated for Ukraine since the beginning of the conflict and more than 90% of security assistance replenishment funds, White House National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby said on Wednesday.

China and Europe must be committed to resolving conflicts, as well as reducing tensions and promoting regional peace and development, Chinese President Xi Jinping stated on Friday, commenting on the events in Ukraine and the Gaza Strip.

Russias Sukhoi Su-25, also known as Grach (lit. rook) or Frogfoot, is a powerful attack jet that has played a pivotal role in the ongoing special operation. Renowned for its ability to provide close air support, the Su-25 has proven instrumental in obliterating ground fortified positions, reducing Ukrainian military capabilities.

Russia has strategically utilized unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to a great effect, particularly in neutralizing Ukrainian armored vehicles and tanks. These drones, known for their precision and agility, have become a powerful asset on the battlefield.