National Cashback payments for August will soon begin to be accrued, which will be the largest cashback in the program's history. For this purpose, the government has allocated UAH 2.4 billion from the state budget's reserve fund.
Kyiv Metro denied information about the absence of light at stations, including "Arsenalna" and "Khreshchatyk". All stations are operating without failures, and the disseminated information is fake.
US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker said that the US expects European allies to continue purchasing weapons for Ukraine. Important announcements regarding arms supplies are expected on October 15.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree on stripping Odesa Mayor Hennadiy Trukhanov of Ukrainian citizenship. Earlier, media and activists repeatedly published information about Trukhanov's possible dual citizenship, including Russian.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that a Chinese attack on Taiwan could provoke Russia to act against NATO. He emphasized that these two countries should be viewed as a single entity.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that the Alliance is significantly stronger than the Russians, so there is no need to shoot down Russian planes that violate the airspace of member countries. This is a proportionate response to a violation if the aircraft does not pose a threat.
Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine, reported that the Russian Belgorod and Kursk regions were left without electricity. This happened after strikes that also affected Kharkiv, where the enemy hit energy infrastructure and a medical facility.
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy will begin serving a five-year prison sentence on October 21 at the Santé prison in Paris. He was convicted of criminal conspiracy to illegally finance his 2007 presidential campaign.
US President Donald Trump praised Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, calling him a "fantastic" and "great leader. " Trump also mentioned his support for Orban in the last election, where he won by a 28-point margin.
Mykola Povoroznyk announced his last day as First Deputy Head of the Kyiv City State Administration, a position he held for almost 8 years. However, no relevant orders for his dismissal have been published yet.
US President Donald Trump commented on the appearance of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni during a joint photo opportunity after the Gaza agreement. Meloni, the only woman in the photo, maintained a serious expression during the praise.
Serhiy Rebrov has named the starting lineup for the Ukrainian national team's 2026 World Cup qualifier against Azerbaijan. The match will take place today, October 13, at 9:45 PM Kyiv time at the Cracovia Stadium.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine might need to import electricity after one or two more attacks and is discussing gas imports. The main problem lies in financing these purchases.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet with US President Donald Trump in Washington this week. The meeting will take place on October 17 after two telephone conversations between the leaders.
The Zakarpattia Court of Appeal is reviewing the verdict of the Volovets District Court regarding three minors for sexual violence. The court hearing on October 13 was postponed due to the non-appearance of the lawyer.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed energy restoration at the meeting of the Staff of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief. The most difficult situation is observed in the frontline communities and near the border with Russia.
Donald Trump said that his special envoy, Steve Witkoff, had a five-hour meeting with Vladimir Putin, although only 20 minutes were planned. Witkoff, who knew little about Russia and Putin, said he discussed "many interesting things."
US President Donald Trump said that after the Israel-Hamas war, his team should focus on the war in Ukraine. After that, he proposes to conclude a peace agreement with Iran, considering it an easy task.
President Zelenskyy stated that the Russians promised the US to occupy Donbas by October-November, but the Armed Forces of Ukraine are advancing. He emphasized the need to strengthen air defense to protect against Russian air terror.
Today, October 12, Freethought Day is celebrated in the USA. In Ukraine, Trade Union Day, Economist Day, and Artist Day are celebrated, as well as the Day of Workers of the State Sanitary and Epidemiological Service.
In Kyiv's Obolon district, near garbage containers, the body of a woman born in 1971 was found. According to preliminary data, there are no signs of violent death.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, by decree, enacted the NSDC decision on synchronizing sanctions with Japan. The restrictions apply to 7 Russians, 1 North Korean citizen, and enterprises involved in supporting the Russian war machine.
From October 12, the EU is gradually implementing the biometric registration system EES, which will replace passport stamps. Ukrainians with temporary protection or a residence permit are not subject to registration, but for others, border crossing times may increase.
In Kyiv, a man began to insult disabled musician Ivan Zamiga because of his refusal to sing in Russian. The police are currently investigating all the circumstances of the incident.
In Kyiv, the body of 32-year-old blogger Kostiantyn Hanich was found in a car. Before his death, he informed his girlfriend about serious financial problems and sent a farewell message.
Today, October 11, Ukrzaliznytsia received a bomb threat for three trains: No. 68/20 Kyiv — Warsaw, No. 733 Dnipro — Kyiv, No. 748 Ternopil — Kyiv. No explosives were found, and the trains resumed movement with a delay of less than an hour.
On October 11, long-range SBU drones attacked the Bashneft-UNPZ oil refinery in Ufa. According to preliminary information, the fire occurred in the area of the ELOU-AVT-6 crude oil processing unit.
In one of the buildings in Sofiivska Borshchahivka, power supply has been cut off due to equipment failure at the Europeanka residential complex. Energy workers and utility services are working to restore it; the facility has not been transferred to DTEK's balance sheet.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed bill No. 13627, which provides for a monthly payment of 50,000 hryvnias to military personnel released from captivity who require long-term inpatient treatment. Payments are stopped in case of suspicion of crimes against national security or military criminal offenses.
As of October 11, the situation in Ukraine's energy system is under control, and there are no emergency blackouts. In some regions, hourly blackout schedules are being applied to eliminate the consequences of shelling.
