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The Kremlin has developed a “time of heroes” strategy to transfer power in the occupied territories of Ukraine to war criminals. The program allows them to be integrated into leadership positions and control key areas.

At night, Russian occupants attacked Ukraine with missiles and drones. Air defense systems shot down 3 drones over Odesa region, 10 more were lost locally. The missiles did not reach their targets due to electronic warfare.

The SBU has served a notice of suspicion to the “head of the Department of Philology” in occupied Crimea for developing Russian language textbooks. She also trains teachers to implement Russian education standards and Russify schoolchildren.

At least four explosions occurred in the temporarily occupied Kerch. The occupation authorities of Crimea claim military exercises, but local residents report a missile threat.

Billionaires Arkady and Boris Rotenberg have seized 10 plots of land in Crimea that previously belonged to Ukrainian businessmen. The land is needed for the construction of a yacht marina in Balaklava Bay on behalf of Putin.

The Ukrainian Air Force reported shooting down 9 out of 19 Russian Shahed attack drones over Ukraine at night. Another 7 enemy drones were lost locally, probably due to electronic warfare.

Ukraine asks the Arbitration Tribunal in The Hague to order Russia to dismantle the Kerch Bridge to restore shipping. Zolotareva calls for an end to Russia's violations of international maritime law.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine welcomes the first annual report of the UN Secretary-General on human rights violations in the occupied territories. The report documents numerous cases of torture, violence and other violations by the Russian Federation.

Severe smog with limited visibility has been reported over Kerch and eastern Crimea. A yellowish haze hangs over the city and the Kerch Strait, but the authorities do not comment on the causes of this phenomenon.

The Chinese Coast Guard has entered the Arctic for the first time for joint patrols with the Russian Federation. Western analysts see this as a growing nuclear threat and a power struggle in the region.

On the night of October 3, Russia attacked Ukraine with 105 Shahed drones. Air defense forces shot down 78 drones in 15 regions, 23 were lost to electronic warfare, and one flew to Belarus.

The National Bank of Ukraine presented a commemorative coin “Absolute” dedicated to Oleksandr Usyk's victory over Tyson Fury. The 5 hryvnia coin was put into circulation on October 1, 2024, with a mintage of up to 50 thousand pieces.

Conscription to the Russian army has started in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine and will last until the end of the year. The Kremlin plans to recruit at least 150,000 recruits, most of whom come from the occupied regions.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine opposed the forced mobilization of Ukrainians in the temporarily occupied territories as part of russia's “autumn draft. ” The Ministry recalled the violation of international law by the occupiers.

The High Anti-Corruption Court has upheld the claim of the Ministry of Justice to nationalize six Ukrainian enterprises of the russian Polyplastik Group. The owners of the conglomerate support russian aggression and supply polymers to the russian military-industrial complex.

The Ukrainian Air Force reported shooting down 29 of 32 Russian Shahed attack drones over Ukraine at night. The attack was carried out from the territory of Russia and occupied Crimea, and countermeasures were taken in seven regions of Ukraine.

Rains are expected in the west and center of Ukraine, and no precipitation in the east. The temperature at night will be 3-17°, during the day 8-25°. In Kyiv, no precipitation, 10-12° at night, 18-20° during the day.

On October 1, Ukraine is holding events to mark the Day of Defenders of Ukraine. A nationwide minute of silence will be held at 9:00 a.m., and traffic will be temporarily stopped on Independence Square and Khreshchatyk in Kyiv.

On the anniversary of the illegal “referendums,” G7 ministers reaffirmed their non-recognition of Russia's annexation of Ukrainian regions. They called on Russia to withdraw its troops and promised to continue supporting Ukraine.

At the fall session, PACE will discuss mechanisms for the return of Ukrainian prisoners of war and civilians. They will also consider the genocidal policy of the Russian Federation, the creation of a Special Tribunal and the work of the Register of Damages.

On the night of September 30, Russia attacked Ukraine with 76 air strikes. The Ukrainian Armed Forces destroyed 67 Shahed drones and an X-59 missile over 11 regions, and the attack on Kyiv lasted more than 5 hours.

The underground movement ATES reported a sabotage on a key railroad line in the Kursk region. The explosion of a relay cabinet will complicate the supply of the Russian army to the front.

A bipartisan committee in the United States calls for recognizing Russia as a permanent threat and revising the strategy. It proposes massive assistance to Ukraine and preparations for a long-term confrontation with Russia.

Russian occupants launched 22 attack UAVs at Ukraine on the night of September 29. Air defense forces shot down 15 drones in different regions, and another 5 were lost as a result of electronic warfare countermeasures.

Ukrainian guerrillas from the ATES movement conducted reconnaissance at the training ground of the 126th Separate Coastal Defense Brigade in Crimea. They collected data on exercises, new fortifications, and the movement of occupiers' equipment.

The so-called head of the Molochne village village, appointed on September 18, died in occupied Crimea. Russian media report a possible suicide, and security forces are investigating.

Elvira Nabiullina was served with a notice of suspicion of facilitating the financing of the war against Ukraine and organizing the activities of Russian banks in the occupied territories. She also contributed to the aggressive war of the Russian Federation.

The Ukrainian Air Force repelled a massive attack by Russian drones at night, destroying 24 of the 32 “Shaheds” launched. The enemy also attacked with an Iskander-M ballistic missile and two X-22 cruise missiles.

Germany's Defense Minister has announced plans to strengthen its military presence in Europe. By 2025, it is planned to bring more than 35,000 troops, 200 aircraft and additional forces to readiness.

The Ministry of Justice appealed to the HACC to nationalize the assets of the former head of Yanukovych's security worth over UAH 100 million. He is accused of aiding and abetting Russia and illegal handling of weapons.