The latest 24-hour situation tracking of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict (October 4)

< br > < b > Conflict situation: < br > < span class = "section-news" > 1. Russia claims to be advancing across the board, and Ukraine claims to be launching an attack in multiple directions. < br > < span class = "section-news" > 2. Energy facilities in many parts of Ukraine were attacked, and electricity restrictions were implemented in some areas. < br > < span class = "section-news" > 3. Russian Ministry of Defense: Russian air defense systems shot down 20 Ukrainian drones over multiple areas. < br > < b > Other situations: < br > < span class = "section-news" > 1. Ukraine announced the severance of diplomatic relations with Nicaragua. < br > < span class = "section-news" > 2. Putin refutes claims that Russia will attack NATO member states. < br > < span class = "section-news" > 3. Dutch Prime Minister says he does not rule out bypassing Hungary through sanctions against Russia. < br > < span class = "section-news" > 4. European Union Council extends sanctions regime against Russia for one year. < br > < span class = "section-news" > 5. European Union extends sanctions against some Russian-linked individuals until 2026. < br > < span class = "section-news" > 6. Kremlin: The United States has not yet responded to Russia's proposal for the New START Treaty. < br > < span class = "section-news" > 7. The Russian government approves the extension of restrictions on imports and exports to unfriendly countries. < br > < span class = "section-news" > 8. Hungarian Prime Minister: The European Union should build a partnership with Ukraine rather than accept its accession. < br > < span class = "section-news" > 9. According to the Financial Times, Trump remains opposed to using U.S. taxpayer funds to assist Ukraine, preferring that NATO allies buy weapons from Washington and ship them to Kiev.