Russia’s Defense Ministry spokesman said “with superior tank units … the enemy managed to penetrate into the depths of our defense.” Updates.
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Russia’s retreat from Lyman draws angry criticism in Moscow; Russian drone attack targets Zelenskyy’s hometown: Ukraine updates
The retreat drew criticism in Moscow because Lyman is in Donetsk Oblast, a region Russia is attempting to “liberate” in Ukraine, officials say.
Hurricane Ian death toll climbs to at least 68; over 4,000 people rescued in Florida: Live updates
Confirmed fatalities from Ian include 61 in Florida, four in North Carolina and three in Cuba, where the storm made its first landfall. Updates.
Ukrainians ‘outraged’ over referendum as Russia gets ready to annex regions; Americans warned to leave Russia: Live updates
Referendums dismissed by the West as “shams” in Russian-held regions in Ukraine won overwhelming support of voters, Russian officials said. Updates.
Hurricane Ian one of strongest storms in US history; 2M in Florida without power; 911 callers stranded in homes
Hurricane Ian slammed into Florida as one of the most powerful storms to make landfall in the U.S. 2 million reported power outages. Live updates.
Hurricane Ian strengthens into Category 4 storm, on a collision course to slam Florida Gulf Coast: Live updates
Hurricane Ian is expected to cause life-threatening storm surge, catastrophic winds and flooding in the Florida Peninsula. Latest updates.
Russia declares victory in annexation vote after US called it a sham; nearly 100K Russians flee to Kazakhstan: Sept. 27 recap
The seemingly preordained outcome sets the stage for a dangerous new phase in Russia’s seven-month war. Live updates.
Hurricane Ian makes landfall in Cuba as it strengthens to Category 3
Ian made landfall in Cuba early Tuesday after it strengthened to a Category 3 storm with 125 mph winds, officials said. Live updates.
Putin grants Russian citizenship to US fugitive Edward Snowden: Ukraine live updates
Former U.S. security contractor Edward Snowden, a fugitive who has been living in Russia since 2013, has been granted Russian citizenship. Updates.
‘Catastrophic consequences for Russia’ if Putin uses nukes, top US official says: Ukraine updates
Zelenskyy said Putin plans on annexing Ukraine territories so he can justify his invasion by claiming he is actually defending Russian territory.