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Heavy rain is expected in Kyiv and the region until the morning of September 22. A yellow level of danger has been declared; disruptions to the operation of enterprises are possible.
russia may have reduced ballistic missile launches, stockpiling them for winter strikes on energy infrastructure. Ukraine lacks missiles for Patriot.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that an oil enterprise and a logistics facility of the Russian Federation in the Moscow region had been hit. The attack was carried out using Ukrainian long-range weapons.
Russia launched two Tsirkon missiles and 174 drones. Air defenses shot down or suppressed 141 targets, but hits were recorded at 15 locations.
Cuba's power grid suffered a complete collapse, causing a nationwide blackout. The grid is suffering from fuel shortages and wear and tear.
The Carpathian countries have combined around 100 projects into a portfolio worth nearly €40 billion. More than 50 agreements have been prepared for signing.
In the coming weeks, the G7 will discuss energy supplies and strategic reserves. Macron also held talks with French political parties.
Hungary aims to replace Russian gas and diversify oil supplies by October 2027. The Paks nuclear power plant project is also being reviewed.
In four regions, the outages were caused by shelling; in Zhytomyr region, by bad weather. Emergency crews are restoring electricity supply.
The National Bank raised the key policy rate to 16% per annum to contain inflation and support hryvnia savings. The decision is effective from September 18.
Kyiv and the region have been included among the territories at increased risk for business compensation. For residents, this does not introduce any new payments.
The NBU raised the key policy rate by 0. 5 percentage points to 16% due to persistent price pressures and war-related risks. Inflation reached 8.1% in August.
Following shelling of energy facilities, consumers in seven regions remain without electricity. No restrictions are forecast; restoration work is ongoing.
Zelenskyy thanked the U. S. Congress for Lindsey Graham's bill on sanctions against Russia. He called pressure a condition for ending the war.
Zelenskyy said that meetings in the United States are being prepared on peace, energy, food security, and weapons. Ukraine expects new support packages, including air defense.
More than 56,000 subscribers were left without power due to an accident at a substation. Most were supplied via backup schemes, while nearly 20,000 — according to schedules.
Kyiv expects Moscow to provide a list of facilities and details of a possible cessation of strikes on energy infrastructure. The agreement is not currently in effect.
Even if a business operates transparently and pays all its taxes, the risk of a search remains high. Under such circumstances, the involvement of a lawyer is critically necessary.
The President of the European Commission proposed special status in the EU to Canada. The parties plan to deepen economic, technological and defence cooperation.
The EU is preparing its own "Article 4" for a rapid response to threats and is strengthening its defense. One of the key projects is the Freyja anti-ballistic system, developed jointly with Ukraine. Until it is fully operational, Europe plans to strengthen Ukraine’s air defense and support its energy sector.
The 2027 draft budget envisages a deficit of 15% of GDP and debt exceeding 110% of GDP. UAH 4.885 trillion is planned to be allocated to security and defense.
Russian shelling has cut off power to some consumers in six regions. Restoration is ongoing, and no electricity restrictions are expected.
ATESH reported damage to the power supply of the «VZPP-Sborka» plant in Voronezh. The movement claims that this caused delays in the production of missiles and air defense systems.
Ukraine is ready for an energy truce, but Russia continues to strike energy facilities and critical infrastructure.
The government submitted the 2027 draft budget to parliament with UAH 4. 885 trillion allocated for defense. More funds were also earmarked for education, healthcare, and business support.
77% of Ukrainians believe that armed resistance should continue after Russia's attacks on the energy infrastructure. 12% support any demands by the Russian Federation.
The Kremlin called Trump's proposal for an energy truce a good idea. Moscow believes that this could increase fuel supplies within Russia.
Power outages were recorded in eight regions due to shelling and bad weather. No electricity consumption restrictions are forecast for today.
The EPA repealed Biden-era rules requiring power plants to cut 90% of their emissions by 2032. The authorities expect savings of $300 billion.
Putin is in no hurry to stop strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure before winter, hoping to increase pressure on Kyiv. Moscow did not confirm Trump's statement.