Russian troops attacked Kharkiv with S-400 missiles and KAB-250 bombs. Civilian objects in three districts of the city were damaged, including a school, a kindergarten and residential buildings.
Over the past day, Russians shelled 13 localities in Donetsk region, injuring 10 civilians. Thirty objects were damaged, including residential buildings, businesses and critical infrastructure.
An anonymous report of a bomb threat to the Rivne City Council building is received. Employees are being evacuated and the premises are being inspected by special services, and the results of the inspection will be announced later.
Russian troops shelled Nevske with rocket artillery. In the occupied territories, teachers are being forced to campaign for contracts with the Russian army, and state employees are being forced to obtain Russian passports.
At night and in the morning, Russians fired 19 times at the border areas of Sumy region, 38 explosions were recorded. In the Krasnopilska community, 2 civilians were killed and 2 others were wounded as a result of shelling.
North Korea has tested new tactical ballistic missiles with “super-sized warheads” and modified cruise missiles. The tests were led by Kim Jong-un, who stated the need to expand the country's nuclear capabilities.
6 people were injured in the morning strike on Kupyansk by Russian Federation. In Kharkiv, a hit by an unidentified aerial vehicle on civilian infrastructure was recorded, damaging a school and a kindergarten. There were several more attacks on the region during the day.
The enemy attacks Ukrainian positions with missile and air strikes. Ukrainian defenders hold back the onslaught, inflicting maximum losses on the enemy in all frontlines.
The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution demanding that Israel withdraw from the occupied Palestinian territories within 12 months. The resolution also calls for the evacuation of settlers, the dismantling of the wall, and the return of confiscated property.
The situation is the hottest in the Kurakhove and Pokrovske sectors. Ukrainian defense forces are repelling numerous attacks by Russian occupants, restraining their advance in various parts of the frontline.
NPC Ukrenergo reported that there are no plans to apply blackout schedules in Ukraine on September 19. The power company urged people to use electricity sparingly during the evening peak hours.
In Kyiv, a 50-year-old man was sentenced to 11 years in prison for the attempted murder of the owner of a vegetable market. The criminal opened fire on the victim's Lexus car, firing at least 5 shots.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga will visit Slovakia on September 18. He will discuss support for Ukraine, the Peace Formula, Euro-Atlantic integration, and bilateral projects with the country's leadership.
During the year of operation of the Ukrainian sea corridor, 70 million tons of cargo were exported on 2,500 ships. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of this for the countries of Asia, Africa, Europe, and America, as well as for the humanitarian initiative Grain from Ukraine.
Lloyd Austin and Rustem Umerov had a telephone conversation on the dynamics of the fighting and priorities for security assistance to Ukraine. The successful meeting of the Contact Group on Ukraine's Defense in Ramstein was discussed.
A 42-year-old man wounded in a Russian drone attack on Nikopol died in hospital. Earlier it was reported that two people were wounded and an administrative building was damaged as a result of the strike.
The Verkhovna Rada has approved an increase in defense spending by UAH 495. 3 billion in 2024. UAH 274.4 billion will be allocated for payments to defenders and their families, and UAH 76.2 billion for weapons and equipment.
Tomorrow, the European Parliament will consider a resolution to lift restrictions on Ukraine's use of Western weapons to strike Russia. Stoltenberg supported the discussion of this issue, but the decision should be made by individual allies.
Flooding in neighboring countries poses a threat of pollution to the Dniester and Danube rivers and Lake Yalpug in Odesa Oblast. The authorities have stepped up water quality monitoring and public health control.
The Lithuanian Defense Minister announced plans to provide Ukraine with additional assistance worth 40-50 million euros this year. Lithuania has already provided €153 million and is committed to allocating 0.25% of GDP annually for military assistance to Ukraine.
Alexander Stubb proposes to expand the UN Security Council, abolish the veto and exclude aggressor countries. He also calls for supporting Zelenskyy's “victory plan” and lifting restrictions on Ukraine's use of weapons.
Two girls aged 15 and 16 set fire to a car for the Ukrainian Armed Forces on the instructions of a “curator” who promised a reward. They face up to 8 years in prison for obstructing the activities of the Armed Forces during a special period.
Russian troops shelled Malynivka and Kostyantynivka in Donetsk region. Six civilians were wounded in the attacks, and houses, cars and a power line were damaged.
A Russian drone strike on Nikopol wounded two people, their condition is serious. An administrative building was damaged, said the head of the Dnipropetrovsk RMA, Sergey Lysak.
The SBU has completed the investigation of 4 Russian agents who were preparing terrorist attacks in Kyiv and Lviv. The criminals planned to blow up hypermarkets and cafes on May 9 and face life imprisonment.
The Kyiv police denied the information about the detention of military personnel in the capital. In fact, two apartment burglars were detained, one of whom was wearing a military uniform for disguise.
The man sustained mine-blast injuries as a result of a nighttime shelling of the Komyshuvash community. The victim's condition is assessed as moderate, he is receiving the necessary medical care.
The Verkhovna Rada did not support the resolution on the de-Russification of 333 geographical names. After the vote failed, MPs blocked the rostrum and went to a conciliation council.
The Kyiv City Council responded to a petition to install protective screens in the subway. The DBN does not provide for such structures, but the issue may be considered when designing new subway lines.
An earthquake was recorded in Toropka, Tver region of Russia, after Ukraine attacked an ammunition depot. Local residents report that the attacked depot continues to detonate.
