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The Russian attack damaged an important energy facility and several elements of Kyiv’s power grid. Emergency blackouts occurred in the capital and the region.
In Kyiv’s Obolonskyi District, UAV debris caused a car fire, and a woman’s body was found nearby. Power outages caused disruptions to the water supply.
Hungary informed the European Commission that it is maintaining broader protection for some Ukrainians liable for military service. The rules will remain in effect until March 4, 2028.
Lithuania has extended temporary protection for Ukrainians until March 2028. Those liable for military service must confirm that they left the country legally or provide grounds for doing so.
Brent and WTI prices rose due to the threat of a storm to U. S. oil facilities and Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia.
The 12th "Azov" Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine is looking for machine gunners and trains recruits from scratch. You can join through mobilization or under a contract.
Russia may try to destabilize NATO through acts of sabotage, drones, and limited operations. The expert believes that the allies have enough strength to fight back.
Poland will allocate $26 billion for shelters, warning systems, and crisis stockpiles. The program was strengthened because of the war in Ukraine.
The serviceman transmitted data about Ukrainian Armed Forces units in the Vovchansk sector to Russia. He faces up to 8 years in prison.
An expert warned of prolonged outages in Kyiv due to new Russian strikes on the energy infrastructure. At temperatures as low as +5°C, they may last 14–16 hours.
The EU is discussing increased scrutiny of Russian diplomats due to hybrid attacks. So far, only two countries have introduced a strict transit permit requirement.
Military units will be expanded in the Lublin Voivodeship, and an additional Patriot battery will be deployed. The number of air operations over Ukraine has increased 15-fold.
The authorities are preparing to reopen the skies, but without resolving aviation leasing issues, Ukrainian carriers may disappear. Their return should support the economy.
The 2027 Budget includes more than UAH 1. 5 trillion in external loans without identified creditors. The Accounting Chamber considers the forecast overly optimistic.
In the "Reserve+" app, it is once again possible to apply for a deferment due to one's own disability or the disability of one's children or parents. Technical work has been completed.
Estonia is transferring a brigade to Jõhvi, 50 km from the border with the Russian Federation, and implementing an active defense strategy. The country is purchasing HIMARS and Chunmoo.
Following attacks in the Black Sea and the Persian Gulf, shipowners have sharply increased demand for counter-drone systems. Protecting a tanker costs around $500,000.
The FSB of the Russian Federation plans to limit the issuance of dress uniforms to military personnel to save on the budget. Some women’s clothing will be issued once every five years.
Yemeni President Rashad al-Alimi announced an operation to liberate territories from the Houthis. The rebels said they had carried out strikes against Saudi Arabia.
Ukrainian military forces struck a Russian Buk-M3, a base for attack UAVs, an electronic warfare station, telecommunications nodes and repair units.
In Kyiv, dams and pontoon crossings are being prepared in case the bridges are damaged. In the future, the authorities are considering a tunnel under the Dnipro.
The Defense Forces struck a base for attack UAVs near Donetsk. Command posts, a crossing, a repair base, and a Russian warehouse were also damaged.
The government will reallocate over UAH 50 billion from the reserve for payments to military personnel and their families. The funds are promised to be paid on time and in full.
Ukrainians are invited to join the fundraiser for vehicles for the front line.
Poland’s Ministry of National Defence has drafted a bill to coordinate defence management and speed up the deployment of troops to a state of war. The document is undergoing consultations.
Starting October 2, Reserve+ will temporarily not process deferments due to disability. The service is expected to be restored on October 4 after 16:00.
The power system has spare capacity, while demand is forecast to be lower. Massive Russian strikes could cause a deficit and localized outages.
Russia is creating a new shadow fleet of tankers to circumvent sanctions and preserve gas revenues. Britain has imposed sanctions on the vessels and individuals involved.
On October 1, Russia attacked Ukraine with 97 attack UAVs, including 66 jet-powered ones. Air defense shot down or suppressed 78 drones.
In 2026, the construction and reconstruction of 113 shelters was funded, with 33 already completed. At the same time, 1,349 schools are operating remotely.