Russian court sentences Ukrainian man to life for car bombing linked to nationalist writer
Summary: A Russian court has sentenced Alexander Permyakov to life in prison for a car bombing that injured nationalist writer Zakhar Prilepin in May 2023. Prosecutors allege the attack was directed by Ukraine’s security services. Permyakov, from Ukraine's Donbas region, previously fought with Russian-backed separatists.
In related developments, Russia plans to draft 133,000 men for military service between October and January. This is part of a broader strategy to increase military spending by nearly 30% next year, prioritizing defense over social welfare.
Ukrainian air defenses faced a significant Russian drone and missile attack, marking the 33rd consecutive night of assaults. No casualties were reported, but the attacks set a new monthly record for drone usage, with over 1,300 deployed in September.
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