The President of Ukraine has decided to replace the commander of the Ukrainian Air Force, Mykola Oleshchuk. Zelenskyy emphasized the need to strengthen and protect the personnel.
The Romanian Ministry of Defense has submitted a bill to parliament on the transfer of the Patriot system to Ukraine. The document envisages the transfer of one of the seven systems purchased from the United States in the most advanced 3+ configuration.
The Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Office has decided to dismiss the head of Ukrenergo, Volodymyr Kudrytskyi. The reason is the incomplete construction of protective structures around the substations, which led to power outages after the shelling on August 26.
Andrey Kostin called on Mongolia to execute the ICC arrest warrant for Putin during his visit in September. Mongolia, as a signatory to the Rome Statute, is obliged to cooperate with the ICC and detain the suspect.
Mykola Oleshchuk released a video of the planning and execution of an operation to destroy bridge crossings in the Kursk region. A Ukrainian MiG-29 piloted by Vadym Voroshilov used GBU-62 JDAM-ER bombs.
The Russian military launched a massive air strike on Kharkiv, hitting civilian objects. The attack killed 5 people, wounded 38, and there may be more people under the rubble.
There were 17 patients in a Kyiv hospital with West Nile fever, which is transmitted by mosquitoes. An infectious disease doctor spoke about the symptoms, risk groups, and methods of protection against this disease, which can affect the nervous system.
Ukrainian defense forces have advanced up to 2 km in some areas in Kursk region, taking control of 5 square kilometers of territory. In other areas, the situation remains difficult but under control, said Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrsky.
Dynamo Kyiv will play against 8 teams in the new format of the Europa League. The matches will take place from September 2024 to January 2025, including games against Lazio, Roma and Real Sociedad.
The first recruitment center for the Ukrainian army in Cherkasy region has opened in Uman. The center offers opportunities to join the Armed Forces and other defense forces, with more than 10,000 vacancies available.
The fifth round of the Ukrainian Premier League will take place from Friday to Sunday. Leader Oleksandriya will host Kolos, while Dynamo will play LNZ after being eliminated from the Champions League.
The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry has rejected Russia's accusations of provocations against nuclear safety. The Ministry emphasized that it is Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure that pose a real threat to nuclear safety.
Power engineers prevented a systemic failure after the Russian attack on August 26. The power system remains intact, but the situation is complicated. Restoration works are underway and outage schedules are possible.
The Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights reported the return of 14 children with their families from the occupied territories. The families faced threats and harassment from the occupiers, but were able to leave thanks to the help of the Ukrainian authorities.
Lieutenant Colonel Oleksiy Mes was killed on August 26 in an F-16 crash while repelling a massive Russian attack. He destroyed three cruise missiles and one attack UAV, saving Ukrainians at the cost of his own life.
A Toyota crashed into concrete blocks on the Kyiv-Odesa highway. The driver and a passenger, MP Ihor Kopytin, were hospitalized with severe injuries, including spinal fractures and head injuries.
In occupied Yevpatoria, a power grid failure occurred, leaving 5,474 people without electricity. Some streets, including Gorky, Kirov, Pushkin and Peremohy avenues, were cut off.
The OP advisor called for an end to treating Russia as a global threat. He emphasized that Ukraine has a plan and people to establish peace, only permission and tools are needed.
President Zelenskyy called to honor the memory of Ukraine's defenders. He emphasized the importance of gratitude to those who made a choice in favor of Ukraine and its independence.
Irina Bolgar said that a court in Switzerland deprived Pavel Durov of parental rights to their three children. This happened after Durov stopped financial support and refused to renew the children's immigration documents.
The Netherlands does not impose any restrictions on the use of F-16s for strikes against Russia, but only if the laws of war and humanitarian law of war are observed.
The Ministry of Education and Science is updating the school subject “Defense of Ukraine” for students in grades 10-11. The program includes practical skills, modern technologies, and the creation of special educational centers with a budget of UAH 1.64 billion.
The administration of the colony declared Russian terrorist Igor Strelkov-Girkin “prone to escape”. This may prevent him from obtaining the parole he was planning to apply for in the near future.
Applicants for contract education can receive a state grant at 176 universities in Ukraine. The grant covers part of the tuition fee and ranges from UAH 15 to 37.5 thousand per year, depending on the NMT score.
Ukrainian banks issued 607 mortgage loans worth UAH 1 billion in June, down 41. 4% from May. Most loans were issued in Kyiv and the region, accounting for 51% of the total volume.
Russian prisoners of war from a camp in Ukraine have recorded a video message to Putin asking for their return. The project “I Want to Live” reports that Russia is returning them “for surrender” after elite units.
Polish Prime Minister Tusk said that the country does not shoot down air objects from Ukraine because it is impossible to quickly check their status. He also noted that there was no evidence of Russian drones entering Polish airspace on August 26.
The State Environmental Inspectorate found no excess of hazardous substances in the Desna River in Kyiv Oblast. Nevertheless, residents were advised not to use water from the river, swim or fish.
On August 28, forklifts, anti-drone systems and folding beds from Lithuania arrived in Ukraine. Since the beginning of the war, Lithuania has provided military support to Ukraine worth more than 647 million euros.
Holders of 97% of Ukraine's international bonds have agreed to restructure more than $20 billion in debt. This will allow the country to receive debt relief to finance its defense against Russian aggression.
