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The Kyiv Court of Appeal upheld the decision of the Desnianskyi District Court, recognizing the de facto marital relations between Zoryan Kys and Tymur Levchuk. This is the first such decision in modern Ukraine.
The SBI reported suspicion to Oleksandr Bortnikov and Volodymyr Kolokoltsev, the heads of the FSB and the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation. They are accused of aiding Ukrainian law enforcement officers during the violent suppression of protests on Maidan in 2013-2014.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal met in London with representatives of the E5 countries. Priority issues discussed included strengthening air defense, joint arms production, and obtaining long-range capabilities.
On September 11, dry and sunny weather with temperatures up to +28 degrees is expected in most regions of Ukraine. In contrast, the western regions, especially the Carpathians, will face rain, wind, and coolness down to +17+22 degrees.
On September 24, 2025, the United by Mining forum will take place in Kyiv, bringing together government, business, and investors to develop Ukraine's resource economy. The event will facilitate attracting investments into critically important sectors and forming partnerships.
Lviv Prosecutor's Office exposed a large-scale corruption scheme within the probation system. The director of the Central institution and the head of the regional branch extorted money from subordinates, disguising it in coffee boxes.
President Zelenskyy announced the invasion of 8 Russian drones into Polish territory. Kyiv is ready to help Warsaw build a warning and protection system against Russian challenges.
In the first half of 2025, the tourist tax brought UAH 142. 6 million to local budgets, which is 33% more than last year. Kyiv, Lviv region, and Ivano-Frankivsk region provided 58% of all revenues.
Russian occupiers attacked Izmail district of Odesa region on September 10. The strike hit warehouses and outbuildings, with no casualties.
On the night of September 10, Lviv was subjected to a massive attack by missiles and drones. There are no dead or injured, and life support systems are operating normally.
In the Khmelnytskyi region, three people were injured as a result of a massive Russian attack. A sewing factory was destroyed, and a gas station and houses were damaged.
The Russian army attacked Zhytomyr region with missiles and drones. Civilian enterprises and private houses were damaged.
On the morning of September 10, the Russian army launched cruise missiles at Ukraine. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine recorded missiles from the northern direction moving southwest, posing a threat to Kyiv.
On September 10, Ukraine will be divided: western regions expect rain with thunderstorms, while the south and east will have mostly dry and warm weather. An anticyclone will provide stable conditions for most regions, and an atmospheric front in the west will bring precipitation.
On the night of September 10, Russian attack drones entered Polish airspace. This happened during a massive air attack on Ukraine.
Explosions were heard in Kyiv on the evening of September 9, air defense is working on Russian drones. Residents are urged to remain in shelters.
On Monday, September 8, due to thunderstorms and strong winds in the Kyiv region, over 50,000 households were left without electricity. Energy workers have restored power for most families, and work continues.
In the village of Knyazhychi, a Lexus driver ran over a 9-year-old girl who was walking on the roadside. The child was hospitalized with a fracture and bruises; the driver was found to have 2.2 per mille of alcohol.
On September 10, traffic will be temporarily restricted in the central part of Kyiv. This is likely due to the Summit of First Ladies and Gentlemen, which will last two days.
A special meeting of the OSCE Permanent Council in Vienna condemned Russia's terrorist acts in Ukraine. International partners expressed support for Kyiv and called for Russia to be held accountable.
Kyiv city authorities are striving to maintain current public transport fares. Mayor Klitschko assured that there would be no price increase until the end of the war.
In Kyiv, a 60-year-old native of Cherkasy Oblast was detained for attacking women throughout the summer. The man has been charged with rape and armed assault and has been taken into custody without bail.
The new Polish president considers discussions about Ukraine's membership in NATO and the EU premature. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine emphasized the strategic necessity of integration for Europe's security.
European Commissioner Marta Kos declared the irreversibility of Ukraine's path to the EU, emphasizing that membership is a guarantee of security for Ukraine and Europe. She called on the EU Council to decide on opening the first cluster of negotiations.
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.
President Zelenskyy stated Ukraine's readiness for negotiations with Russia without a ceasefire or security guarantees. He noted that Putin is deliberately delaying peace initiatives, refusing meetings.
A 14-year-old girl, separated from her mother for over three and a half years, has been returned from Russian occupation. Her grandfather was threatened with institutionalization of his granddaughter for attempting to send her to her mother.
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.
Oil prices rose after OPEC+'s decision to increase production less significantly and rumors of new sanctions against Russia. Brent and WTI rose to $66.37 and $62.58 per barrel, respectively.