81 international observers will work in the local elections in Georgia on October 4, which is significantly less than 1024 in 2021. The OSCE and reputable local NGOs refused to observe due to late invitation and legislative restrictions.
The GUR intercepted the testimony of a Russian soldier who spoke about a shooting in an entrance hall in the occupied Kharkiv region. The occupier fatally wounded three civilians, and then died from his own bullets.
Ukraine rescued 22 children and teenagers from temporarily occupied territories. Among them is a 10-year-old boy who was threatened with being sent to Crimea with a fabricated psychiatric diagnosis.
Nadiia Mishei, a 23-year-old employee of the Odesa Regional Military Administration, died as a result of bad weather; her body was found in Serhii Eisenstein Lane. The girl stopped communicating on September 30 after 7:00 p.m.
SES rescuers have been working for the fourth day to eliminate the consequences of bad weather in Odesa, work is still ongoing in 13 locations. SES psychologists are providing assistance to the victims, while the number of victims of the bad weather has risen to 10 people.
Since the beginning of the day, 92 combat engagements have been recorded on the front, 31 of which took place in the Pokrovsk direction. The enemy carried out 6 air strikes and 90 shellings.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with President of the Democratic Republic of Congo Félix Tshisekedi, thanking him for his solidarity. The leaders discussed peace, sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the development of bilateral relations, including defense cooperation, agricultural technologies, and digitalization.
Mikheil Saakashvili stated that the core of a new revolution in Georgia will be "Generation Z," not political parties. The ex-president also accused two opposition parties of loyalty to billionaire Ivanishvili and attempts to discredit the protests.
Since the beginning of the day, 133 combat engagements have taken place on the front. The occupiers used 1803 kamikaze drones and carried out 3247 shellings, launching 47 air strikes and dropping 115 guided aerial bombs.
Air defense forces are working on enemy drones on the left bank of Kyiv. Many more drones are heading towards the capital, an air raid alert has been declared.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin stated that the use of Tomahawk missiles without the involvement of the American side is impossible. He also called statements about the supply of these missiles dangerous, which, according to him, would harm relations with the United States.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Prime Minister of Portugal Luís Montenegro. They discussed new aid packages, Portugal's readiness to participate in Ukraine's recovery, and financial assistance for Superhero Schools.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine announced the severance of diplomatic relations with the Republic of Nicaragua. This decision was made in response to Nicaragua's recognition of the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine by Russia as part of Russia's territory.
President Zelenskyy met with the leaders of Denmark, France, Germany, and Poland in Copenhagen. They discussed violations of Russian airspace, the creation of a joint air shield, and security guarantees.
The Ministry of Defense is preparing to launch a new feature in the Army+ application, which will allow military personnel to submit electronic reports for changing their place of service between the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the National Guard. This procedure is provided for by the Government's decision of October 1 and will become effective soon after the publication of the changes.
Vladimir Putin stated that Moscow twice expressed its readiness to join NATO in 1954 and 2000, but was rejected. According to him, US President Bill Clinton initially acknowledged such a possibility, but later "changed his mind."
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the Ukrainian authorities are making every effort to maintain political support from the United States. He emphasized the importance of destroying false narratives spread by the Russian Federation.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. They discussed countering Russian provocations, filling the PURL initiative with new contributions, and further cooperation.
Russia deliberately de-energized the Zaporizhzhia NPP, which was a manual shutdown to connect it to its energy system. The next step is to start the reactor without proper cooling, which increases the risk of nuclear incidents.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President of Moldova Maia Sandu in Copenhagen. The leaders discussed their joint movement towards the European Union and the development of trade and economic relations.
Tbilisi City Hall denied the organizers of the October 4 protest rally permission to install four stages, allowing only one. The organizers expect tens of thousands of participants, despite the authorities' warnings of legal measures in case of violations.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev. The leaders discussed diplomatic work to establish peace and energy cooperation.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with the Prime Minister of Italy, Giorgia Meloni. Threats from Russia and security guarantees were discussed, as well as preparations for the next coalition meeting.
On October 1, a baby girl named Adelina was born by caesarean section at St. Anna's Hospital of the First Medical Association of Lviv. Her weight was 5340 grams, and her height was 60 cm.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the President of the European Commission, the President of the European Council, and the Prime Minister of Denmark. They discussed European integration, the "Drone Wall" initiative, and the 19th package of EU sanctions against Russia.
In the Pokrovsk direction, Ukrainian servicemen captured a 31-year-old citizen of the Russian Federation, a native of Tuva, with the call sign Taiga. The detainee had no military training, had a low level of Russian language proficiency, and surrendered voluntarily.
Starting October 3, the heating season will begin in Kyiv for hospitals, schools, kindergartens, and other social institutions. Heat connection is carried out upon individual requests from the heads of institutions.
The Russian Ministry of Defense announced a prisoner exchange with Ukraine, under which 185 Russian servicemen returned in exchange for 185 Ukrainian prisoners of war. 20 civilians were also returned.
Vitaliy Zaichenko, Chairman of the Board of NEC "Ukrenergo", and members of the Board continue to perform their duties. The company is focused on preparing for the autumn-winter period and restoring electricity supply.
President Zelenskyy reported that a Russian strike on an energy substation in Slavutych, carried out by over 20 drones, led to a three-hour blackout at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant facilities. This affected the new confinement and the spent nuclear fuel storage facility, which holds 80% of the fuel accumulated during the NPP's operation.
