LIVE, war in Ukraine: nearly 200 clashes between Russians and Ukrainians on the front Monday, October 26

Ukrainian forces reported multiple Russian attempts to advance in the east and south of Ukraine. Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre held a substantial discussion with Vladimir Putin regarding the aftermath of talks between Volodymyr Zelensky and American emissaries. Zelensky announced that Russia launched 16 ballistic missiles and 280 drones, resulting in casualties in Kyiv. He urged allies for defense systems to prevent further strikes. Additionally, Ukrainian forces faced numerous Russian offensives, particularly in Donetsk and southern regions. Reports indicated significant damage to energy infrastructure, leaving some areas without electricity.