Antonina Tumanova
Rescuers pulled two people from the rubble, including a man from a hydropower plant tunnel. After the floods, 1,300 people died and more than 5,000 went missing.
U. S. forces attacked three Iranian oil tankers after Iran struck two U.S. Navy ships. There were no casualties among Americans.
Trump representatives Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff arrived in moscow and had lunch with Kirill Dmitriev. Later, they will meet with putin.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha called Russia's hybrid attacks a coordinated strategy against Europe. He called for strict restrictions and sanctions.
Explosions were heard in the Khmelnytskyi, Rivne, Zhytomyr and Vinnytsia regions. A drone was shot down in the Rivne region, and there are reports of attacks on "Nova Poshta".
A two-seat F-4 Phantom fighter jet crashed at an air show in Tanagra. The fate of the pilots and any possible casualties among spectators are unknown.
In Nepal, 1,344 people have died and nearly 4,900 are missing. In Tibet, 31 deaths and 531 missing people have been reported.
Ukraine lost to Brazil 2–3 in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Socca World Cup in Germany. The winning goal was scored in the last minute.
Serbia’s ruling party has nominated Aleksandar Vučić for the post of prime minister after the parliamentary elections expected on October 25. The vote will take place amid prolonged protests and political tensions.
At least 10 people were killed and more than 60 injured in an explosion at a fireworks warehouse in Viacha. The cause of the incident is being investigated.
The Russian army struck the Metinvest enterprise "Kametstal. " Five people were killed, and another four employees were injured.
164 countries supported the use of Equal Earth maps, which more accurately represent the sizes of the continents. The United States voted against the resolution.
In Kyiv’s Sviatoshynskyi district, a man detonated a munition and was injured. Three other people were also injured; the police are investigating the circumstances.
Berlin links the suspected attack on Leipzig Airport to Russian special services. Germany demands tougher visa restrictions for Russians.
In Bucha district, a Russian attack damaged warehouse premises. According to preliminary data, there are no fatalities or injuries.
Zelenskyy discussed defense needs and the PURL program with Rutte. With the President of Finland, he coordinated further steps to support Ukraine.
Witkoff and Kushner will visit moscow and Kyiv to resume peace talks. The US called on the parties to temporarily halt strikes.
Zelenskyy said that U. S. special representatives Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner would visit Moscow on Saturday and that Ukraine guarantees the "normal functioning of Russian airspace," while they are expected in Kyiv on Sunday.
The man was detained after confessing to his brother that he had killed his mother. A video of the crime was found on his phone; the motives are being established.
Tesla has begun transporting passengers in driverless Cybercabs in Austin. The NHTSA is checking whether the vehicles comply with federal safety standards.
A Russian drone hit the office of SBU chief Oleksandr Poklad. The security service spoke about the chief's condition and what the response to the enemy will be.
Zelenskyy discussed preparations for a response to Russian strikes with SBU Head Oleksandr Poklad. The timing of the attack will be chosen to achieve a result.
The enemy attacked the SBU building in central Kyiv today. As a result of the strike, the "Saint-Sophia Cathedral of Kyiv" reserve was also damaged — windows were shattered in the 18th-century Consistory building.
Sybiga condemned Russia’s strike on the SBU’s central building during peace efforts. He called on partners and UNESCO to protect Saint Sophia Cathedral.
In August, the FAO Food Price Index rose to its highest level since November 2022. Weather and the war drove up grain and sugar prices.
Rain, thunderstorms, and strong westerly winds are expected in most regions. By September 7, daytime temperatures will drop to 15–23°C.
President Zelenskyy reported that a Russian drone struck the central SBU building opposite St. Sophia's Cathedral. The drone was heading toward the SBU head's office.
In August, Canada lost 41,700 jobs, while unemployment remained at 6. 4%. New US tariffs threaten further slowdown.
Investigators suspect a resident of Odesa of recruiting and blackmailing seven girls aged 10–11. The man is also charged with creating and distributing child pornography.
A Japanese man was arrested for the second time on suspicion of killing hamsters at hotels for couples. Two women were detained along with him.