As a result of the Russian attack on Lviv on September 4, 64 people sought medical care, 25 remain hospitalized. 188 buildings were damaged, including educational institutions, medical facilities, and a church.
A spokesperson for the State Border Guard Service said that no unusual situations or provocations have been recorded on the border with Belarus. Ukraine continues to reinforce the border, although it has not observed any troop movements from Belarus.
Oleksandr Syrskyi, the commander-in-chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, said that the mobilized soldiers undergo a shorter training period due to the requirements of the frontline. Recruits receive a month of basic and up to a month of specialized training before being sent to the front.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces commander-in-chief acknowledged Russia's superiority in weapons and numbers, but emphasized that this has forced Ukraine to become more effective. Syrskyi emphasized the use of drones and high-tech weapons to compensate.
Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi spoke about a successful operation in Kursk region that reduced the threat of a Russian offensive in Sumy region. Ukraine moved the fighting to enemy territory, achieving key goals.
Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said that the enemy has not advanced in the Pokrovsk sector over the past 6 days. Ukraine's strategy is working, depriving Russia of the ability to maneuver and weakening it in other areas.
The NATO Secretary General noted Ukraine's success in the offensive against the Kursk region of Russia, but emphasized the difficulty of predicting further developments. He reaffirmed Ukraine's right to self-defense, including strikes on military targets in Russia.
Dmytro Lubinets called for an immediate investigation into the death of a man after he was detained by TCC employees in Zakarpattia. The Ombudsman has sent a request to the Prosecutor General and will demand punishment for those responsible, regardless of their positions.
The SAPO has completed the investigation into the embezzlement of UAH 88 million of budget funds during the reconstruction of the State Migration Service office in Kyiv. The businessman, in collusion with the management of the SMS, organized a scheme to misappropriate funds through fictitious works.
Russia is reinforcing air defense on the Kerch Bridge, even using exhibition models. Construction has begun on a “mysterious structure” at the Kerch crossing that could be an additional defense against drones.
The SNRIU chairman said that RBMK reactors at the Kursk NPP pose a threat due to the lack of containment and other shortcomings. Daily radioactive emissions are 100 times higher than at Ukrainian NPPs.
The Deputy Minister of Energy reported on the difficulties of preparing for the heating season in the frontline regions due to shelling. Particular attention is being paid to Kharkiv region and Kharkiv city, where separate plans are being developed.
The IAEA will expand its presence in Ukraine to include monitoring of power substations important for the safety of nuclear power plants. The mission's first visit to the damaged substation will take place next week.
A pumping unit at South Ukraine NPP was shut down due to increased vibration, which led to a 66% reduction in power output at Unit 2. “Energoatom plans to restore the unit and return it to its rated capacity.
The court ordered the release of Volodymyr Maibozhenko, a suspect in a car accident with four victims, from custody on his own recognizance. Maybozhenko pleaded guilty and partially compensated the victims for their medical treatment.
The President of Ukraine said that only the United States, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany are capable of providing Ukraine with long-range weapons to drive out Russia. Zelenskyy emphasized the need for permission from these countries to use them.
President Zelenskyi said that it is too early to discuss a new position for Dmytro Kuleba after his possible dismissal from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Verkhovna The Council postponed the consideration of Kuleba's dismissal.
President Zelenskyy commented on the resignations and new appointments in the government. He said that these steps are related to strengthening the state in various areas, including international politics and diplomacy.
The Verkhovna Rada did not consider the dismissal of Dmytro Kuleba from the post of Foreign Minister and went on recess. Kuleba had earlier tendered his resignation, but remains in office.
Parliament has supported the resignation of Justice Minister Denys Malyuska with 249 votes. Prior to the vote, Malyuska reported on his work in office, as required by the regulations.
244 MPs voted to dismiss Ruslan Strilets from the post of Minister of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources of Ukraine. Strelets had been heading the ministry since April 2022, and had been acting minister for six months before that.
Parliament has approved the resignation of Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration Olha Stefanishyna. She may remain in the government as Minister of Justice, retaining responsibility for European integration.
The Verkhovna Rada did not get enough votes to dismiss Iryna Vereshchuk from the post of Deputy Prime Minister. 214 MPs voted for the dismissal, out of a required 226.
The Verkhovna Rada has voted to dismiss Oleksandr Kamyshyn as Minister of Strategic Industry. Kamyshin said he would continue to work in the defense sector, but in a “different role.
The Verkhovna Rada failed to dismiss the head of the State Property Fund of Ukraine, Vitaliy Koval. 225 deputies voted for his resignation out of the 226 required, missing one vote.
The Verkhovna Rada did not support the recall of Mariana Bezuhla from the post of deputy head of the National Security Committee. 205 MPs voted in favor of this decision out of a required 226.
The State Bureau of Investigation has announced a new and amended suspicion against MP Dubinsky. The MP and his former assistant are accused of repeatedly facilitating illegal border crossing.
Six ministers and the head of the State Property Fund of Ukraine are expected to be dismissed at today's session of the Verkhovna Rada. The relevant committees will approve the dismissals, after which a vote will be held in the parliamentary hall.
A rocket attack on an educational institution in Poltava on September 3 killed 52 people and injured 271. Rescue operations are ongoing, with more than 200 rescuers and 50 pieces of equipment involved.
At night, the enemy launched a combined attack with rockets and shaheds in the Lviv region. Two hits were recorded in Lviv, killing 5 people, including a child.
