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Ukraine Warns of Russian Attack Amid Stockpiled Missiles and Drones
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In Short: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned on Oct. 6 that Russia is preparing a large-scale attack on Ukraine, urging citizens to take air raid alerts seriously.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned on Oct. 6 that Russia is preparing a large-scale attack on Ukraine, urging citizens to take air raid alerts seriously. According to Ukrainian intelligence, Russia has stockpiled up to 700 ballistic missiles and more than 6,200 attack drones for strikes against Ukraine.
Zelensky announced the first combat use of the FP-7 ballistic missile from Fire Point company, which was likely launched on the night of September 30 to October 1. The FP-7 was developed from the design of the 48N6 surface-to-air missile from the Russian S-400, using lighter materials.
Ukrainian intelligence also reported that Russia has around 115 Iskander-M ballistic missiles in its current stockpile and produces up to 65 per month. Additionally, Russia has temporarily suspended production of Kinzhal air-launched ballistic missiles due to unsatisfactory accuracy, redirecting production capacity toward conventional ballistic missiles.
According to Dailykos, Russia is preparing another mass missile strike on Ukraine, with Kyiv as the priority target. Around 50 Kh-101 cruise missiles and 35 Iskander-M, KN-23, and Zircon ballistic missiles are reportedly ready for deployment.
Zelensky urged Ukrainian citizens to take shelter when air raid alerts sound, citing updated intelligence reports about a massive strike planned by Moscow. He also called on Ukraine's allies, particularly in Europe and the U.S., to transfer any means of protection to the country if they can.
The Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS) poll published Oct. 6 showed that 62% of Ukrainians are ready to endure Russia's war for as long as necessary. KIIS said the results show that the attacks had not led to a decline in Ukrainians' willingness to endure the war as of Sept. 21.
In a separate development, two merchant ships were hit by drones around 112 kilometers off Bulgaria's coast on Oct. 6. Additionally, at least 13 people were killed and 104 others injured in Russian attacks across Ukraine over the past day, with a Russian air strike damaging a hospital in Kryvyi Rih.
Ukraine’s 60th Mechanized Brigade remains in full control of the city center, as confirmed by Ukrainian commander Andriy Biletsky in a video response to Russian forces.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, “We're watching it very closely, hour by hour.” Zelensky wrote on Telegram, “Please, please, take care of yourself. Please respond to signals of missile danger.”
What this adds
The FP-7 ballistic missile was first announced for development on September 4, 2025, marking slightly less than one year and one month since its initial announcement. The first combat use result of the FP-7 is currently unknown, as is the specific target of the first Ukrainian ballistic missile launch.
Background
Iran-backed Houthi rebels struck a military camp in Yemen's Shabwa province on Monday, killing at least 53 recruits and injuring over 200, according to reports from the BBC (United Kingdom) and The Times of Israel (Israel).
What's confirmed
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned on Oct. 6 that Russia is preparing a large-scale attack on Ukraine, urging citizens to take air raid alerts seriously. According to Ukrainian intelligence, Russia has stockpiled up to 700 ballistic missiles and more than 6,200 attack drones for strikes against Ukraine.
- Zelensky announced the first combat use of the FP-7 ballistic missile from Fire Point company, which was likely launched on the night of September 30 to October 1. The FP-7 was developed from the design of the 48N6 surface-to-air missile from the Russian S-400, using lighter materials.
- Ukrainian intelligence also reported that Russia has around 115 Iskander-M ballistic missiles in its current stockpile and produces up to 65 per month. Additionally, Russia has temporarily suspended production of Kinzhal air-launched ballistic missiles due to unsatisfactory accuracy, redirecting production capacity toward conventional ballistic missiles.
- According to Dailykos, Russia is preparing another mass missile strike on Ukraine, with Kyiv as the priority target. Around 50 Kh-101 cruise missiles and 35 Iskander-M, KN-23, and Zircon ballistic missiles are reportedly ready for deployment.
- Zelensky urged Ukrainian citizens to take shelter when air raid alerts sound, citing updated intelligence reports about a massive strike planned by Moscow. He also called on Ukraine's allies, particularly in Europe and the U.S., to transfer any means of protection to the country if they can.
- The Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS) poll published Oct. 6 showed that 62% of Ukrainians are ready to endure Russia's war for as long as necessary. KIIS said the results show that the attacks had not led to a decline in Ukrainians' willingness to endure the war as of Sept. 21.
- In a separate development, two merchant ships were hit by drones around 112 kilometers off Bulgaria's coast on Oct. 6. Additionally, at least 13 people were killed and 104 others injured in Russian attacks across Ukraine over the past day, with a Russian air strike damaging a hospital in Kryvyi Rih.
- Ukraine’s 60th Mechanized Brigade remains in full control of the city center, as confirmed by Ukrainian commander Andriy Biletsky in a video response to Russian forces.
What's still developing
- "As enlargement countries advance on their path of reform, the EU must be ready to welcome them," Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said in a press release.
- Russia lost two Su-35 fighters thanks to a mid-air collision.
- Ministry says forces ready to safeguard sovereignty amid rising regional tensions The UAE Ministry of Defence said its air defence systems detected two ballistic missiles launched from Iran towards the country.
- North Korea has heightened tensions by launching several short-range ballistic missiles from the Wonsan area towards the east coast, according to South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff.
- The South Korean military remains on high alert, ready to respond to any provocations, as confirmed in an official statement by the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
- #Ukraine It looks like the truce ended earlier than planned.
- Ukraine's Defence Intelligence reported a successful strike on a Russian military aircraft at an airfield in annexed Crimea.
- "The world is bigger than Russian evil, and protecting life must be a common cause. I thank everyone who is really helping," he said.
- Hours later, Ukraine’s Air Force reported three Tu-160 strategic bombers taking off, saying possible cruise missiles could enter Ukrainian airspace after 3 a.m. local time.
- Between Oct. 1 and Oct. 5, Ukrainian Unmanned Systems Forces recorded 2,699 Russian troops killed or wounded, compared with 1,931 during the same period in September, Robert Brovdi, commander of Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces, said.