War in Ukraine
Czech police have increased patrols at railway stations and transport hubs amid reports of Russian hybrid attacks. Threat level B is in effect in the country.
As a result of the Russian attack on an administrative building in central Odesa, 10 people were injured, including two rescuers. More than 70 firefighters worked to deal with the aftermath.
Two residents of Lviv region are suspected of a terrorist attack near the Stryi Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Center, where a serviceman was seriously wounded. Two more IEDs were found in one of their homes.
During Operation "Vivaldi," Ukrainian forces inflicted losses on the Rubicon UAV unit. The Russians redeployed it from the Lyman-Borova axis.
The NABU entered a case concerning the possible extortion of $250,000 from the owner of a Kyiv shooting range into the Unified Register of Pretrial Investigations. Shovkovskyi denies the allegations.
Zelenskyy met with the leaders of Romania, Serbia and Poland. They discussed security, European integration, joint production of drones and a new aid package.
The Russian army struck the center of Odesa, injuring five people. An administrative building was damaged, and the fire engulfed several floors.
The AfD and Putin’s adviser Kirill Dmitriev are preparing a meeting on restoring gas supplies to Germany. Its holding depends on peace in Ukraine.
Estonian intelligence reported more than 10,000 Russian casualties in a week. Ukrainian strikes have reduced Russia’s oil-refining capacity by 30%.
In the coming weeks, the G7 will discuss energy supplies and strategic reserves. Macron also held talks with French political parties.
Law enforcement officers identified two employees of a penal colony from the Tula region suspected of torturing Ukrainian prisoners of war in the Kyiv region.
Hungary aims to replace Russian gas and diversify oil supplies by October 2027. The Paks nuclear power plant project is also being reviewed.
Fears of a new mobilization are growing in Russia after the State Duma elections. The Kremlin has expanded the digital conscription system and restricted escape.
Ukraine received ICAO's response regarding the danger of flights in Russia's airspace. Foreign Minister Sybiha called on the industry to cease operations in the Russian Federation.
The ground control station for the "Orion" UAVs was struck at the "Saki" airfield in Crimea. Occupiers’ facilities in Donetsk and Luhansk regions were also destroyed.
Ukraine has received another tranche from the EU under the Ukraine Support Loan. The funds will be used to purchase missiles and drones.
Ukraine’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that Russia’s “elections” in the occupied territories are illegal and do not change their international status. Kyiv called on the world not to recognize them.
Russia attacked a commuter train in the Kharkiv region. Two passengers were seriously injured during the evacuation.
On September 18–20, Russia is electing 450 State Duma deputies, including in the occupied territories of Ukraine. Pressure on observers and public-sector employees has been reported.
In four regions, the outages were caused by shelling; in Zhytomyr region, by bad weather. Emergency crews are restoring electricity supply.
The airports in Lublin and Rzeszów temporarily suspended operations on September 18 due to military aviation activity. Poland’s air defenses were placed on alert.
Due to Russian attacks on the railway, trains are running with delays. The longest delay is 11 hours and 39 minutes.
The government plans to accelerate the identification of repatriated bodies and strengthen coordination among agencies. More than UAH 600 million is allocated in the 2027 budget for the additional equipment of 21 forensic medical examination bureaus.
On the night of September 18, Russia launched 93 drones and munitions at Ukraine. Air defense shot down and jammed 72 targets; 13 hits were recorded.
Russian drones attacked the Fastiv district on September 18. Five people were injured, and houses and a car were damaged.
Over the past day, Russian forces lost 1,420 troops. Russia's total losses have reached approximately 1,514,910 personnel.
The Economist reports on intensified strikes against Kyiv and pressure on Ukraine. Talks in Abu Dhabi may take place in early October.
The occupiers are organizing voting near the front line, putting people in danger. The Russian authorities are willing to expose the civilian population in the temporarily occupied territories to mortal danger in order to create an image of legitimacy for the sham "elections".
The EU will provide Ukraine with €3. 3 billion for missiles and drones. A joint programme to develop a European air and missile defence system is also being prepared.
The Trump administration is considering deals with Russia before the end of the war to encourage the Kremlin to pursue peace. This contradicts the position of Congress and Kyiv.