Political scientist Ihor Reyterovych outlined key tasks for the parliament and government in the new political season. He emphasized the importance of defense, European integration, and the 2026 budget.
The occupiers hit a civilian critical infrastructure object in the Chernihiv region. Over 30,000 households in the Nizhyn district were left without electricity.
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 3631/USD, which strengthened the hryvnia by one kopeck. Euro and zloty exchange rates were also set, and banks and exchange offices offer their own rates.
The Ukrainian Defense Forces neutralized an S-300 air defense system and a 9S36 radar near Oleksiivka in the occupied Zaporizhzhia region. This is the second S-300 destroyed in the region in recent days.
On the night of September 2-3, a traction substation at Kuteinikovo station in the Rostov region of Russia was attacked. As a result, 26 trains were delayed for at least 4 hours.
The Ministry of Energy of Ukraine states that Russia, by seizing the Zaporizhzhia NPP, creates critically dangerous conditions for its operation and uses the facility as a tool of warfare. Systemic deformations and multiple disconnections from the power system have already led to a complete blackout nine times, which is a prerequisite for a nuclear accident.
President Zelenskyy stated that Putin demonstrates contempt for the world's efforts to end the war by denying Trump's words about a meeting. Ukraine will respond asymmetrically to Russian strikes so that Russia feels the consequences of its audacity.
The dictator lies about "retaliation for strikes on Russian oil refineries," as Russia has been systematically attacking Ukrainian energy infrastructure since 2022.
In August, Ukraine increased electricity exports by 60%, reaching 450 thousand MWh. This is the highest figure since integration into ENTSO-E, strengthening energy independence.
Elon Musk stated that Optimus robots will account for up to 80% of Tesla's value, despite a decline in electric car sales. Deliveries of robots to other companies may begin in the second half of 2026.
The Specialized Prosecutor's Office in the defense sector exposed offenses totaling almost UAH 60 million. These include manipulations with electricity procurement, inflated prices for timber, and embezzlement of military property.
The exposure of illegal schemes by officials and entrepreneurs continues in Sumy region. In the second phase, 7 individuals were exposed, causing almost UAH 36 million in damages.
A 24-year-old Kyiv resident died from a high-voltage electric shock received on the roof of an electric train at Darnytsia railway station. The man was taking a selfie when he was electrocuted.
President Zelenskyy held a meeting of the Staff, where they discussed preparations for the heating season. Key points include energy, procurement of air defense, and gas volumes.
The Center for Countering Disinformation predicts an intensification of Russian propaganda campaigns in the first two weeks of September. They are aimed at discrediting security guarantees for Ukraine, the negotiation process, and international support for Kyiv.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov announced a Technology Staff meeting, where they will discuss means of countering "Shaheds" and long-range weapons. Also, at the Staff meeting of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief, preparations for the heating season will be considered.
ChatGPT developer, OpenAI, plans to create one of the largest data centers in India. This facility will be part of the global Stargate initiative and the state program IndiaAI.
Brent and WTI oil prices fell by 0. 44% due to rising production and concerns about the impact of US tariffs on demand. Russian oil exports fell to a four-week low.
A fire broke out in the village of Ilsky, Krasnodar Krai, after drone debris fell. Two houses and a fence were damaged, and there were no casualties.
People's Deputy Mariana Bezuhla announced possible power outages and a difficult winter period. President Zelenskyy previously discussed preparations for the heating season.
The IAEA has received information about a new dam at the ZNPP, which provides cooling for the reactors, but does not have access to it. This complicates the assessment of the nuclear safety situation at the plant.
In Zaporizhzhia on August 30, 34 people, including three children, were injured by enemy shelling. There were also interruptions in electricity and gas supply, and one person died.
Odesa region suffered a massive drone attack, energy infrastructure was damaged. More than 29,000 subscribers were left without electricity, and there is one injured person.
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Tianjin during the SCO summit. The parties discussed strategic partnership, growing trade, and cooperation in energy and digitalization.
All subscribers in Zaporizhzhia who were left without electricity after the Russian attack on the night of August 30 have already been reconnected. Head of Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration Ivan Fedorov thanked the energy workers for their work.
Kherson region received three powerful generators from American partners worth about a million dollars. Two of them will provide heating, and one will ensure the uninterrupted operation of a hospital.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan arrived in Tianjin to participate in the SCO summit. Bilateral meetings are planned, including with the leaders of China and Russia, to discuss regional security and economic cooperation.
In Zaporizhzhia, energy workers restored electricity supply to most consumers after the night enemy attack on August 30. Gas supply has not yet been returned to three multi-story buildings and 32 private houses.
Kyiv region suffered a massive night attack by drones and missiles; the air raid alert lasted 10 hours. Air defense forces shot down enemy targets; there were no hits on critical infrastructure.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Russia attacks European infrastructure daily and tries to destabilize democracy. He agreed with Macron, who called Putin a “cannibal” and a “predator” who “does not want peace.”
