In Kharkiv region, a 59-year-old man was sentenced to 8 years in prison for lewd acts against two 11-year-old girls and creating pornographic materials. He also received a three-year ban on activities involving children.
Belarusian diplomat Yury Ambrazevich is holding meetings with representatives of European countries, trying to resume dialogue with the West. This is happening against the backdrop of intensified contacts between the US and Belarus.
In Chernivtsi, a historic building, known as "Ukrainian Book", was returned to the community. The total area of the monument is about 150 square meters, and its market value exceeds 10 million hryvnias.
In Ukraine, in 2026, excise taxes on fuel are planned to increase by 10–17%, on cigarettes – by approximately 5%, and the excise tax on sweet drinks is expected to bring almost UAH 8 billion to the budget. The actual increase in the retail price of fuel is predicted to be around UAH 1–2 per liter.
During a meeting in Alaska, Russian dictator Putin did not want peace in Ukraine; instead, he began talking about a "single nation" with Ukrainians, which led Donald Trump to almost walk out of the meeting and raise his voice several times.
The Russian animated series "Masha and the Bear" may be banned in Ukraine, said Yaroslav Yurchyshyn, head of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Freedom of Speech.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy arrived in Washington for meetings with representatives of US defense and energy companies, as well as for negotiations with President Donald Trump. Zelenskyy announced that he would discuss additional supplies of air defense systems and the resilience of Ukraine's energy sector.
The Ukrainian sea corridor has transported over 150 million tons of cargo, including 90 million tons of grain, to 55 countries. Over 6,000 vessels have ensured exports, and shelters are being set up and logistics hubs modernized in ports.
Moldovan President Sandu stated that she personally offered Alexandru Munteanu, who has lived in Ukraine for over 20 years, to become prime minister. This decision was made collectively with party colleagues, with the candidate's economic profile being a priority due to the difficult situation in the country.
The German University of Bonn has restricted access for Russian students to certain modules of the master's programs "Cybersecurity" and "Computer Science" due to sanctions. These students can continue their studies by choosing alternative modules and will receive individual consultations.
US President Trump stated that the US and Israel will intervene if Hamas continues to kill people in Gaza. This was not part of the agreement, and they will have no choice but to intervene.
Ukrainian Prime Minister Shmyhal visited Luxembourg, where he held talks on military aid, financial support, and strengthening sanctions against Russia. A new package of military assistance was agreed upon, including tactical vehicles, drones, and night vision devices.
91-year-old French actress Brigitte Bardot was hospitalized in Toulon due to serious health problems. The star is being treated at the private clinic Saint-Jean after surgery.
Criminal groups from China stole over $1 billion in three years through fraudulent SMS. The scheme operates through SIM farms, phishing sites, and a network of straw subscribers in the US.
The concentration of carbon dioxide in Earth's atmosphere has increased the most in over 50 years of observations, with a sharp jump in CO2 recorded between 2023 and 2024. The main reasons are the burning of fossil fuels and large-scale forest fires, which exacerbate extreme weather events.
A man in Prykarpattia tied a dog to a car and dragged it along a dirt road, leaving it in a ditch. Law enforcement officers informed him of suspicion for animal cruelty.
Mykhailo Podolyak stated that America is changing its approach to Russia's war with Ukraine and increasing military aid.
Since the beginning of 2025, the Ministry of Internal Affairs service centers have conducted over 500,000 tests, but only 25% of driver candidates successfully pass the theoretical traffic rules exam on the first try. The cost of taking the exam is 250 hryvnias, and retesting is possible after 10 days.
US President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social a lengthy conversation with Russian leader Vladimir Putin. This comes ahead of his meeting with Zelenskyy at the White House to discuss Ukraine's security and support.
The Third Assault Brigade showed a video of battles in the Kharkiv region, where intelligence officers eliminated a Russian sabotage and reconnaissance group near Novoselivka. They prevented the creation of a bridgehead for an offensive on Oskil and the cutting of the Izium–Sloviansk highway.
Former world boxing champion Ricky Hatton died at the age of 46 on September 14, his body was found hanged in his own home. The investigation officially recognized hanging as the preliminary cause of death.
As part of the American Innovation program, the US Mint will issue a dollar coin featuring Steve Jobs in 2026. The coin will represent California and will bear Jobs' quote "Make something wonderful."
Donald Trump will hold a phone conversation with Putin to discuss the situation in Ukraine. The conversation will take place ahead of Trump's meeting with Zelensky at the White House, where they will discuss peace talks and the possible supply of Tomahawk missiles.
In Kharkiv region, a morgue employee was detained for appropriating gold jewelry and personal belongings of fallen soldiers. The police are identifying all victims and checking for other possible cases.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak and the Ukrainian delegation held a series of meetings with US senators in Washington. The negotiations concerned military cooperation, strengthening sanctions against Russia, and the return of deported Ukrainian children.
After several months of strained relations, the relationship between the US and Ukrainian presidents, Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, has improved. A new meeting at the White House is expected to strengthen the partnership rather than lead to another quarrel.
At the Ukrainian-Romanian border, customs officers found a man in a truck from Istanbul, hiding among packages of baby diapers. According to preliminary data, he may be a Syrian citizen, and border guards are establishing the circumstances of the illegal border crossing.
Tomorrow, October 17, a decision may be made to temporarily cease hostilities near the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant to repair damaged power lines. Restoring stable power supply is critically important for cooling reactors and the safety of nuclear material.
As a result of the attack on Chernihiv region, Nova Poshta's sorting depot and cargo department in Nizhyn were damaged. The company guarantees full compensation to clients whose parcels were destroyed or damaged.
The Volkswagen Touareg will cease production in the spring of 2026, with order taking ending in March. The company introduced the Touareg Final Edition, which features laser engraving and interior lighting.
