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Defense
Original report:
The US approved a proposed $2.1bn sale of 500 Patriot interceptors to Ukraine, the Guardian reported on 31 October 2026. Zelenskyy welcomed the decision but urged allies to supply existing stocks while newly manufactured missiles awaited delivery.
World
Original report: date unavailable
False emergency warnings appeared on alert apps in Ukraine and Russia, with both countries blaming cyber-attacks. Ukraine’s alerts included a nationwide air raid warning and threats in Kyiv. Who was responsible, and whether the incidents were linked, remains unclear.