Ukraine and the Czech Republic have agreed to accelerate the signing of an intergovernmental agreement (G2G) to implement Ukraine's reconstruction projects. The Czech Republic has received 188 million euros in credit guarantees for these purposes and plans to begin their implementation in 2026.
Russian troops launched a complex attack on Ukraine's railway infrastructure on the night of September 17. Due to power outages, delays are possible for trains in the Dnipro direction, including Lviv – Zaporizhzhia and Kyiv – Kryvyi Rih services.
On the night of September 17, the Russian army attacked Cherkasy region with attack drones. As a result of the shelling, critical infrastructure facilities were hit.
The IAEA mission at the Zaporizhzhia NPP recorded shelling near the facility and black smoke rising from three surrounding locations. Several artillery shells hit 400 meters from the diesel fuel storage site, causing fires.
The European Commission will soon present a new package of sanctions against Russia, covering cryptocurrencies, the banking sector, and energy. This will increase economic pressure on the Kremlin in coordination with the United States, accelerating the rejection of fossil fuel imports from the Russian Federation.
The SBU and the National Police detained three Russian agents, recruited via Telegram, who carried out arsons in the eastern and western regions of Ukraine. The detainees were charged with obstructing the activities of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and sabotage.
The international working group has prepared proposals to increase pressure on Russia to cease fire. They include sanctions against the energy and financial sectors, asset confiscation, and restrictions on access to military technologies.
Ford announced up to 1,000 job cuts at its Cologne plant due to significantly lower-than-forecast demand for electric vehicles in Europe. From January 2026, production at the plant will switch to a single-shift operation.
In August 2025, Ukraine imported 9,274 electric vehicles, more than double last year's figure. The state received UAH 31.9 million to the budget from the import of these cars.
European Commission spokesperson Paula Pinho stated that the European Union is confidently moving towards abandoning Russian fossil fuel imports. Details of the 19th sanctions package will be announced later.
During the night, Russian troops attacked an agricultural enterprise in the village of Velykyi Burluk, Kupyansk district, Kharkiv region, causing a fire covering an area of 1000 square meters. Over the past day, one person died and five were injured in shelling in the region.
In Sumy, enemy drones attacked a warehouse building, causing a fire, and hit an object, leaving part of the Zarichny district without electricity. One of the city's water intakes was also de-energized, and relevant services are working to eliminate the consequences.
A 61-year-old man was killed in Kupiansk as a result of Russian shelling. In the village of Borova, an FPV drone hit a civilian car, wounding a 71-year-old man and his 40-year-old son.
As a result of the Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia, cars, buildings, and infrastructure were damaged. The number of wounded increased to 5 people after a hit on a private residential area.
The Cabinet of Ministers, in the draft budget for 2026, has allocated 878 million hryvnias for the activities of the President and the Office of the President. This is 12.2% or 95.6 million hryvnias more than in the current year.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia was counting on a fuel crisis in Ukraine, but now it has faced a gasoline shortage itself. The head of state also noted Ukraine's resilience in providing fuel despite Russian strikes and honored the memory of fallen oil and gas industry workers, presenting awards to their families and other employees.
Russia has sent more than 34,000 drones and decoys to attack Ukraine this year, nine times more than last year. Moscow has established large-scale production, manufacturing up to 6,000 devices monthly.
In Vinnytsia region, a man stole an electric wheelchair from a 74-year-old disabled pensioner while he was fishing. The perpetrator was detained and faces up to 10 years in prison.
Hyundai reported a 12% increase in sales in August, selling over 88,000 units. Sales of electric vehicles, including the Ioniq 5, increased by 61%.
The Center for Countering Disinformation warns of intensified Russian strikes on energy infrastructure, attempting to use cold and darkness. Despite the threats, the system is working, and international partners are providing support.
Due to the night shelling by Russian troops, part of the Zaporizhzhia district, including Balabyne and Kushuhum, was left without electricity, affecting almost 4,900 subscribers. Energy workers are working on restoration, planning to complete the work by the end of the day.
A hybrid solar power plant with a capacity of 30 kW has been installed in the Tarashcha community of Kyiv Oblast. It provides uninterrupted water supply for 35,000 people during power outages.
On the night of September 15, the enemy attacked Zaporizhzhia and the region. One community is without electricity, private houses are on fire, and there are no casualties reported so far.
In southern Ukraine, Russians continue shelling, which resulted in the death of one civilian and injuries to 14 people in Kherson and Dnipropetrovsk regions. Dozens of residential buildings, enterprises, and infrastructure facilities were damaged.
Andriy Besedin, head of the Kupyansk Military Administration, denied the presence of Russians in Kupyansk, stating that fighting continues on the outskirts. He emphasized that the Armed Forces of Ukraine fully control the territory, despite critical infrastructure damage and enemy attempts to break through.
Russian troops attacked Nikopol and Synelnykove districts of Dnipropetrovsk region. Two men were wounded, a church and residential buildings were damaged.
The European Commission is allocating 40 million euros in humanitarian aid to prepare Ukraine for winter. The funds will provide materials for shelters, housing repairs, access to water, sanitation, and heating.
In Ukraine, electricity consumption increased by 5. 4% compared to the previous day. The reason is cloudy weather, which reduces the efficiency of solar power plants.
The Kharkiv laboratory, containing extremely dangerous materials, including uranium, has been damaged 74 times. Potential radioactive contamination threatens 640,000 Ukrainians.
SBU counterintelligence detained the abbot of a temple of the Sumy Eparchy of the UOC MP, who collaborated with the Russian military intelligence. He transmitted data to the occupiers about Ukrainian military positions, which could have contributed to the invasion of Russian sabotage and reconnaissance groups.
