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The Russian warship "Yantar" repeatedly entered British and Irish waters from autumn 2023 to November 2024, stopping over key communication cables. The vessel, equipped with underwater vehicles, is capable of connecting to cables to intercept data or plant explosives.
On the night of September 27, Russian occupiers attacked critical infrastructure in Vinnytsia region with drones. Also, almost 9,000 subscribers in Zaporizhzhia were left without electricity due to the enemy attack.
The SBU prevented an FSB agent, who coordinated Russian attacks on Odesa and recruited Ukrainian Armed Forces personnel, from fleeing to the EU. The 52-year-old associate professor of a local university planned to go to Russia.
As a result of the enemy attack on the night of September 27, almost 9,000 subscribers in Zaporizhzhia were left without electricity. This happened after the Russian army launched at least two strikes on Zaporizhzhia on September 26, hitting a civilian infrastructure facility.
The Pension Fund of Ukraine will automatically calculate housing subsidies for the 2025-2026 heating season for most households starting October 1. The calculation will take into account income for the first and second quarters of 2025, and pensions for August 2025.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expects the approval of the 19th EU sanctions package and steps from the US. He hopes that Hungary will hear a key NATO ally and respect US President Donald Trump, who criticizes buyers of Russian oil.
Prosecutors of the Kirovohrad Regional Prosecutor's Office have notified 18 individuals of suspicion. They are accused of embezzling almost 80 million hryvnias of budget funds and illegal extraction of minerals.
The Ukrainian Startup Fund is launching the Startup EDGE grant program, which will allocate up to €40,000 for innovative early-stage projects. The program will help bring Ukrainian technologies to the international market and is aimed at startups in the Deep Tech, Green Tech, and EdTech sectors.
Great Britain is adding €48. 7 million to Ukraine's Energy Support Fund, bringing the total contribution to €150.6 million. These funds will strengthen Ukraine's energy resilience, including network repairs and asset protection.
Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council, stated that Ukraine has tools to retaliate against Russian attacks on critical infrastructure in the Chernihiv region, as well as on Zaporizhzhia and Kherson.
In Chernihiv, all facilities of the Chernihivvodokanal utility company have been de-energized as a result of enemy attacks on critical infrastructure. Utility workers are working to restore the operation of sewage pumping stations, urging citizens to urgently stock up on drinking water.
Owners of Kia EV6 2025 and EV9 2026 electric cars will be able to charge their cars without apps and cards thanks to the new Plug & Charge function. The system will automatically verify the car and process payment.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy asked Donald Trump for Tomahawk missiles to pressure Putin. Trump agreed to consider the proposal, which had previously been rejected by Biden.
Law enforcement officers detained an "Ukrenergo" employee who was transmitting official information, including data on the location of a hidden protected center, to a representative of the Russian special services. The perpetrator was charged with high treason, which carries a life sentence.
The head of the Chernihiv Regional Military Administration, Viacheslav Chaus, reported on the continued attacks by Russian troops on energy facilities in the Chernihiv region. Hits were recorded, causing power outages in Chernihiv and the district.
Belarus plans to build a new nuclear power plant in the east of the country to supply electricity to Russian-controlled territories of Ukraine, as stated by Lukashenka during talks with Putin. Putin noted that financing is not a problem if there is a consumer willing to pay for electricity.
President Zelenskyy stated that Donald Trump now sees that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin does not want to end the war. According to Zelenskyy, Trump realized that Putin lied to him and now understands the importance of trusting Ukraine.
The government has instructed to ensure uninterrupted supply of electricity and gas in frontline regions, despite debts accumulated during martial law. Economist Oleh Pendzyn noted that this decision will only slightly worsen the financial condition of suppliers.
Since the beginning of the year, demand for specialists in many fields has exceeded supply. Employers are most lacking in electricians, teacher assistants, plumbers, waiters, and pedagogical assistants in preschools.
The government has instructed to ensure uninterrupted supply of electricity and gas to life-support enterprises in frontline regions, despite debts. Action plans are also being prepared for the stable functioning of the energy sector during the 2025/2026 heating season.
The Israeli military attacked Houthi headquarters and military camps in Yemen. The Houthis reported 8 dead and 142 wounded as a result of strikes on a power plant and residential areas.
Mercedes-Benz has showcased the upcoming VLE electric van, built on a new modular platform that can accommodate up to eight people. The vehicle covered 1,100 km from Stuttgart to Rome with two 15-minute charging stops.
As of mid-September 2025, 788,507 proceedings for non-payment of utility services have been recorded in Ukraine, which is 13% more than in July 2024. The largest debts are in the frontline regions, and the lion's share of arrears concerns heat supply and water.
During the night, the Odesa region was attacked by Russian drones, damaging transformers at a transport infrastructure facility. The fire was promptly extinguished, and there were no casualties.
Odesa Railway is temporarily canceling suburban train services No. 6208, No. 6207, No. 6254, No. 6256 and changing the route of train No. 6255 from September 26. This is due to damage to energy infrastructure as a result of hostilities, which has led to delays in other services.
An IAEA observer team recorded the downing and explosion of a Russian UAV 800 meters from the perimeter of the South Ukrainian NPP. This highlights the constant danger to nuclear safety during military conflict.
On the night of September 26, Russian troops attacked Sumy region with a guided aerial bomb, damaging a residential area. Possible interruptions in electricity and gas supply, no casualties.
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi met with Vladimir Putin in Moscow. Issues of nuclear energy, non-proliferation, and nuclear safety were discussed.
The Ministers of Ukraine and Denmark signed a Memorandum of Cooperation at the UN General Assembly. The document provides for joint projects in bioeconomy, forest restoration, emissions reduction and agricultural sector development, as well as support for Ukrainian farmers.
Turkey and the US signed a memorandum of cooperation in the field of nuclear energy. The document was signed at the White House after negotiations between the leaders of the countries.