Kharkiv
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.
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.
In the Kharkiv region, two men aged 63 and 82 were wounded as a result of FPV drone strikes. Damage to residential buildings and infrastructure was also recorded in the Kupyansk and Bohodukhiv districts.
On September 16, Russian troops attacked Sumy with at least five UAVs. Rescuers extinguished all fires, there were no casualties.
On the morning of September 16, Russian troops attacked civilian infrastructure in Kharkiv, damaging the building of the National University of Pharmacy. Employees managed to move to a shelter, one person received medical assistance due to stress.
The incidence of ARVI and COVID-19 is increasing in Ukraine, especially among children. Virologist Alla Myronenko explains that this is a statistical feature, as parents more often turn to doctors due to children's illnesses.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia continues to strike Ukrainian cities, including Zaporizhzhia, Kyiv Oblast, Kharkiv, Sumy Oblast, Donetsk Oblast, and Kherson. He emphasized that the only reason Russia can afford to do this is because it does not feel sufficiently heavy losses.
Kharkiv was subjected to a drone attack by Russian troops in the Slobidskyi district. Currently, four people are known to have been injured as a result of the strike.
Kharkiv was attacked by enemy UAVs. A strike was recorded in the Slobidskyi district, a fire broke out. Three injured have been reported.
Police have opened a criminal investigation into the fatal accident on September 13 on Tyurinska Street. The Renault driver died after crashing into a pole, and three passengers were injured.
In the Russian Federation, as a result of a combined attack, the roadbed was damaged, 15 fuel tanks were destroyed on the railway section, and two representatives of the occupying armed forces were eliminated.
Train No. 73 "Kharkiv - Przemyśl" resumed movement after the incident near Boyarka. Most of the 240 evacuated passengers continue their journey, 21 passengers were taken to Kyiv railway station.
Infrastructure in Fastiv district of Kyiv region has been damaged. This has led to the rerouting of passengers on train 73 Kharkiv – Przemyśl to Kyiv. Also, three women have been provided with medical assistance due to an acute stress reaction.
A 17-year-old boy has been detained in Kharkiv on suspicion of premeditated murder of a 39-year-old man. The conflict arose from religious differences.
The Kharkiv Institute of Physics and Technology refutes information about radiation danger. The institution operates normally, no emergencies have been recorded.
DTEK and American Fluence completed the construction of the largest energy storage system (BESS) in Eastern Europe. The project will ensure stable electricity supply to Ukrainians, despite Russian attacks.
A significant portion of the 20 million UAH bail for Tetiana Krupa, former head of Khmelnytskyi MSEK, has already been paid. According to her lawyer, the remaining amount is planned to be deposited as soon as possible.
The former head of Khmelnytskyi MSEK, Tetiana Krupa, wears an electronic bracelet and has surrendered her international passport. Her movements are controlled by the National Police, and she is not allowed to leave Khmelnytskyi.
A 15-year-old boy who was injured in the Russian shelling on August 10 in Kupyansk district died in a Kharkiv hospital. Doctors fought for his life for a month, but the injuries were incompatible with life.
On September 11, rain, thunderstorms, and a cold snap down to +23°C are expected in western Ukraine. In other regions of the country, warm weather up to +26°C without precipitation will persist.
Decentralized gas distribution capacities are being actively implemented in Ukraine, with 152 megawatts already connected. However, real results are not expected earlier than in 2-3 years due to the need for funds and equipment.
Seven employees of the Kharkiv pre-trial detention center, including the acting head, will face trial for ignoring the critical condition of a beaten inmate, which led to his death. After a brutal beating, the victim was moved to another cell, where he died several hours later.
Five Ukrainian cities, including Kryvyi Rih, Sumy, Kharkiv, Mykolaiv, and Odesa, remain at risk of heating season disruption due to the consequences of missile attacks. In Kryvyi Rih, over 450 buildings may remain without heating for the second year in a row.
The expert spoke about the current state of the real estate market in Ukraine. The most affordable apartments are now in large cities of the East and Center, Lviv remains the most expensive.
Former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valerii Zaluzhnyi commented on the performance of Russian singer Anna Netrebko in London. He emphasized that her performance is a tool for legitimizing Russian aggression.
A monograph about Hryhorii Skovoroda has been presented in Ukraine. The publication was made possible thanks to the support of MHP company and the "MHP-Hromadi" Charitable Foundation.
A 36-year-old Russian Armed Forces serviceman is on trial in Kharkiv, accused of murdering Ukrainian prisoners of war at the Vovchansk Aggregate Plant. The accused has pleaded guilty and faces life imprisonment.
A rare total lunar eclipse, known as the "Blood Moon," is being observed in Ukraine. This phenomenon, which will last over three hours, is visible in Kharkiv, Dnipro, and Chornomorsk.
Railway infrastructure in Kremenchuk suffered from the actions of the occupiers, which led to changes in the routes of a number of trains. Ukrzaliznytsia specialists are continuously working to restore traffic, and some passengers will be transported by buses.
Due to damage to a section in the Kremenchuk district, trains No. 59 Odesa — Kharkiv and No. 8 Kharkiv — Odesa will follow a changed route. Passengers will be transported to Kremenchuk by buses, the detour will continue.