Ukraine started providing grants for missile development in 2024. In 2025, grants are planned for powder factories, which should stimulate investment in the defense industry.
British scientists have found that COVID-19 can cause cognitive impairment equivalent to 20 years of natural brain aging. The study found markers of brain damage and reduced cortical volume in patients.
Air pollution levels in Kyiv are above normal due to dust and smoke, but do not pose a health risk. The situation is expected to improve by the end of the week.
The UINP appealed to the Cabinet of Ministers to allocate funds for the exhumation of the victims of the Volyn tragedy. The search is scheduled for 2025 in response to an appeal from Polish citizens.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize, but experts do not predict he will win. The committee may focus on humanitarian actors who help civilians.
The French Minister of Defense announced the signing of a contract for the supply of 12 Caesar self-propelled artillery systems to Ukraine. The contract was signed during an industrial forum in Kyiv, and will be financed by Ukraine.
As of October 1, 2024, 30% of Ukraine's state budget financing was provided by domestic government bonds, which amounted to USD 10. 1 billion. The total amount of budget financing amounted to $34.6 billion.
The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 2202 UAH/USD, strengthening it by 5 kopecks. The euro exchange rate is set at 45.52 UAH/euro, and the dollar is trading at 41.18-41.2 UAH on the interbank market.
Ukraine plans to create a €16 billion investment fund to support communities and businesses affected by the war. The fund will be part of the Ukraine Facility program and will be financed by international financial institutions.
Ukraine's Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko discussed security issues and areas of cooperation at the G7 meeting. He spoke about the work of the Ministry of Internal Affairs during the war, including the elimination of the consequences of shelling and the documentation of war crimes.
Russian troops attacked a public transportation stop in Kupyansk with a kamikaze drone. Two people were wounded in the attack - a 44-year-old man and a 16-year-old girl, who were hospitalized.
In January-July 2024, exports of Ukrainian goods reached 80. 8 million tons, up 37.8% year-on-year. The growth was driven by the recovery of maritime exports despite the war and logistical constraints.
According to the Ministry of Economy, the average salary for vacancies in Ukraine in August 2024 increased by 18. 9% compared to last year, reaching UAH 19674. The average salary for a resume also increased by 14% to UAH 20503.
Due to unfavorable weather conditions, Ukraine's grain harvest in August 2024 amounted to 28. 7 mln tonnes, down 1.6% year-on-year. The yield decreased to 42.2 c/ha, although the threshing area increased to 6.8 million hectares.
The Ministry of Justice reports a 30% increase in alimony payments compared to last year. This is attributed to the possibility of obtaining a deferral from mobilization for parents who support their children in good faith.
As of August 2024, Ukraine's state budget deficit amounted to UAH 676. 4 billion, or 34.9% of revenues. Budget revenues, including international assistance, amounted to UAH 1935.6 billion, which is 17% more than last year.
Due to the intensification of hostile attacks in the north of Kharkiv region, the possibility of forced evacuation of civilians is being considered. Already, 200 families from three communities have been evacuated, and 75 more remain.
Educational security inspectors have been working in Ukrainian schools since August. They provide security, coordinate access control, conduct safety classes and work with parents.
The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 2755 UAH/USD, which devalued the hryvnia by 3 kopecks. Here are the exchange rates in banks, exchange offices and on the interbank market.
Kyiv Customs intercepted two parcels from Thailand containing almost 3 kg of cannabis hidden in packages of toys and cookies. A joint operation with the SBU led to the detention of a suspect for drug smuggling.
Lukas Ilves, a former CIO of the Estonian government, has been appointed as an advisor to the Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine. He will work on AI implementation and digital reforms.
The Ministry of Environment reported a deterioration in air quality in Kyiv due to fires in Kyiv region and dust from the Caspian lowland. The Ukrhydrometeorological Center predicted that dust would fall on the territory of Kyiv region on October 1 and 2.
The Ukraine Facility plan aimed at improving the situation in the energy and human capital sectors continues to be implemented. As part of the plan, the Cabinet of Ministers approved the Demographic Development Strategy and agreed on the terms of reference for the NEURC information system
Conscription to the Russian army has started in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine and will last until the end of the year. The Kremlin plans to recruit at least 150,000 recruits, most of whom come from the occupied regions.
The Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine called for investment in the Ukrainian defense industry, which demonstrates high efficiency. The priority is to introduce the latest technologies, including drones and missiles.
A 48-year-old man is accused of raping his 22-year-old stepdaughter with mental disorders. As a result of the crime, the girl became pregnant and gave birth to a child, whom the family abandoned.
Israel is sending additional troops to Lebanon for a ground operation against Hezbollah. The IDF called on residents of 25 villages in southern Lebanon to evacuate north of the Awali River.
Satellite imagery shows that Russia is installing new barriers and air defense systems near the Kerch Bridge in an effort to protect the bridge from attacks by Ukrainian naval and airborne drones.
Ombudsman Lubinets said that Russia deliberately delays the process of returning abducted Ukrainian children. Ukraine is working to improve legal mechanisms to protect children's rights and return them.
The All-Ukrainian radio dictation of national unity will be held on October 25 on the occasion of the Day of Ukrainian Writing and Language. It will be broadcast on all Public Broadcasting platforms, and the author and reader of the text will be announced later.
