Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha has completed visits to Romania, Slovakia, and Moldova. He announced agreements on European integration, support for Ukraine, and joint projects with neighboring countries.
An air alert has been declared in the Zakarpattia region due to the threat of enemy ballistic missile use. The acting head of the RMA, Myroslav Biletskyi, urged not to ignore the alert, and the alert was also announced in other southwestern regions.
Air quality is improving in the northern part of Kyiv, but the situation remains difficult in the south and southeast. The concentration of dust particles is 5 times higher than normal due to fires in the ecosystems of 3 regions.
The EU Commission will provide Ukraine with a loan of up to €35 billion as part of the G7 pledge. This is another significant contribution by the EU to Ukraine's reconstruction amid constant Russian attacks.
The head of the National Security and Defense Council's Center for Countering Disinformation explained that the ban on Telegram applies only to official devices of civil servants and the military. The use of the messenger on personal smartphones is not restricted.
The Deputy Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs announced that the US is approaching a stricter regime for Russian oil. This includes restrictions on the shadow fleet and the amount of oil Russia is allowed to supply to the market.
Russian troops shelled Kherson, killing a 27-year-old local resident. The man sustained injuries incompatible with life while on the street during the attack.
The Pentagon's deputy spokeswoman announced the intention to use all available funding for Ukraine. The US Department of Defense is working with Congress to extend authorizations for further support.
Kyivvodokanal reports on the safety of water in Kyiv. The chemical and bacteriological laboratory monitors water quality around the clock, and river water indicators meet the standards for this time of year.
Severe flooding and landslides hit the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. Two people went missing, about 1000 were evacuated, schools were closed, and trains were canceled due to storm Boris.
In Kherson, the Russian military dropped explosives from a drone on a car. A 60-year-old man received multiple injuries and was taken to the hospital in moderate condition.
During a nighttime air raid in Kirovohrad region, the defenders of the sky successfully worked. The attack was repelled without consequences
Donald Trump's planned speech with Polish President Andrzej Duda in Pennsylvania has been canceled. The reasons for the cancellation were not reported, but voters of Eastern European descent may influence the outcome of the election in this state.
In Kindiytsia, Kherson region, two men were injured as a result of an explosive drop from a Russian drone. The victims, aged 62 and 64, were taken to hospital with leg injuries.
The EU and China have agreed to reconsider the possibility of setting a minimum price for Chinese electric vehicles instead of tariffs of up to 35. 3%. The European Commission postponed the vote on the final introduction of tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles.
Air quality in Kyiv has deteriorated amid shifting winds and fires in peat bogs and open areas in three regions. Rescuers are extinguishing 21 large-scale fires in Ukraine, covering a total area of about 2,200 hectares.
Six UAVs were shot down in Mykolaiv region. Air defense forces destroyed a total of 15 kamikaze drones in southern Ukraine overnight.
The Vostok Air Command destroyed a Shahed missile and drone in the Dnipro region.
Ivano-Frankivsk region came under enemy attack at night. The air defense forces responded during an air raid alert, which helped avoid casualties.
In Zaporizhzhia, the SBU detained a 22-year-old demobilized conscript of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, recruited by Russian intelligence. He was collecting data on Ukrainian troops on the southern front to prepare enemy attacks.
On the night of September 20, Russia attacked Ukraine with missiles and 70 Shahed drones. The defense forces shot down 61 UAVs and an X-59 missile, and air defense was operating in 13 regions.
During the night attack, a Russian Shahed UAV was spotted flying near the KhNPP. Ukraine calls on partners to provide modern air defense systems to protect against Russian nuclear blackmail.
There is one smoldering fire in the Vyshgorod district of Kyiv region with an area of up to 2 hectares. The State Emergency Service warns of an increased risk of fires on weekends, which are statistically the peak of fires.
As of 9:30 a. m. on Friday, Kyiv was ranked first in the global ranking of cities with the dirtiest air by IQAir. The KCSA recommends closing windows, limiting time outside, and drinking plenty of water.
Unmanned aerial vehicles are spotted in the airspace of Kyiv region. Air defense forces are working on targets. People are urged to stay in shelters until the air raid is over.
In Lviv region, rescuers extinguished a fire caused by the fall of the wreckage of an enemy drone. The incident occurred in one of the villages of Lviv district, with no casualties.
In Kyiv, an increase in the concentration of suspended particles was recorded due to fires in the Kyiv region and unfavorable weather conditions. The KCMA advises to limit outdoor activities and drink more water.
Dry weather is expected in Ukraine with temperatures of 4-17° at night and 20-26° during the day. Northeast wind of 5-10 m/s is expected. In Kyiv, the temperature will be around 10° at night and 22-24° during the day.
At night, the enemy attacked Kyiv region with attack drones. Air defense forces shot down the targets, preventing any hits to the objects. The only damage was caused by the burning of grass in two districts.
Security measures have been tightened at the German Oktoberfest festival due to recent acts of violence. For the first time in 189 years, metal detectors will be installed and knives and backpacks will be banned.
