Russian Threats to European Infrastructure Prompt Government Briefings and Business Damage

On September 25, 2026 the United Kingdom government is scheduled to brief leaders of companies designated as critical national infrastructure about threats it attributes to Russia. Security Minister Dan Jarvis will address sectors such as communications, civil nuclear power, energy and water, while Armed Forces Minister Louise Sandher-Jones will meet representatives of the defence industry.

UK ministers to brief key businesses on threats posed by Russia: Report

In parallel, Russian forces carried out overnight strikes across Ukraine, targeting civilian businesses including the textile manufacturer TK-Domashniy Tekstyl, the delivery service Nova Poshta, and the bakery chain Titka Klara. The attacks destroyed facilities, ignited fires and caused four fatalities in Dnipro.

Russian Strikes Hit Ukraine’s Leading Textile Manufacturer and Other Civilian Businesses

Ukrainian Interior Minister Ivan Vyhivskyi reported that more than 500 rescuers and police officers were deployed to the strike sites, that all fires had been extinguished, and that authorities were checking for people trapped under rubble.

Russian strikes hit food warehouses, businesses and homes overnight

• TK-Domashniy Tekstyl (part of Textile-Contact) recorded 2025 revenue of Hr 1.15 billion ($27.4 million) and net profit of Hr 68 million ($1.6 million).

Russian Strikes Hit Ukraine’s Leading Textile Manufacturer and Other Civilian Businesses

• Titka Klara generated 2025 revenue of Hr 8.5 million ($201 000) but posted a net loss of Hr 260 000 ($6 700).

Russian Strikes Hit Ukraine’s Leading Textile Manufacturer and Other Civilian Businesses

• The Ukrainian strikes killed four people in Dnipro and prompted the deployment of over 500 rescuers and police officers.

Russian strikes hit food warehouses, businesses and homes overnight

The ballistic missile that hit TK-Domashniy Tekstyl destroyed its production facility and warehouse. The company’s Facebook statement framed the strike as a deliberate attack on the civilian economy. Nova Poshta’s Kyiv-area sorting depot was damaged; the firm announced backup logistics and plans to lease smaller warehouse spaces of at least 500 m² to maintain service continuity. Titka Klara confirmed damage to a production site and pledged to resume operations as quickly as possible.

Russian Strikes Hit Ukraine’s Leading Textile Manufacturer and Other Civilian Businesses

“Russia is actively seeking to disrupt the organisations that form the bedrock of our national security,” — Louise Sandher-Jones, armed forces minister

UK ministers to brief key businesses on threats posed by Russia: Report