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Russian dictator Vladimir Putin began a new phase of the war against Ukraine after returning from China. This is confirmed by the attack on the Cabinet of Ministers building in Kyiv, which happened for the first time in three years of full-scale invasion.
On September 9, warm weather with short-term rains and thunderstorms is expected in Ukraine, especially in the West. Air temperature will range from +18°C to +29°C.
The Trump administration unilaterally terminated memoranda of understanding, ending cooperation with European countries in combating disinformation from Russia, China, and Iran. This decision has been called "unilateral disarmament" in the information war.
In Yampil, Sumy region, local blogger Oleksandr Takhtai, who investigated corruption schemes, died. His body was found on September 5 in his own home, the cause of death is being established.
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.
WACS judges, despite salaries exceeding 150,000 hryvnias, sued the state for millions in additional payments. Ex-MP Boryslav Bereza suspects the assistance of the head of the WACS apparatus, Bohdan Kryklyvenko.
Maria Zakharova stated that the AFU allegedly launched a drone strike on a children's playground in occupied Donetsk. Moscow promises retaliation, without mentioning its own daily shelling of Ukrainian cities.
InformNapalm published material on the financing and lobbying of the interests of the UOC-MP in Ukraine.
Serhiy Rebrov commented on the strike on Heorhiy Sudakov's home. The coach believes this will add motivation to the Ukrainian national team players for the match against Azerbaijan.
EU Ambassador to Ukraine Katarina Maternova visited the Cabinet of Ministers building after the Russian Iskander-K missile strike. She saw significant missile fragments and the consequences of the hit.
Representatives of 60 diplomatic missions visited the damaged building of the Government of Ukraine after the Russian shelling. Diplomats were shown the consequences of the attacks and informed about the work of rescue services.
Heavy rain caused flooding of Kyiv streets, residents are moving through water. Kyiv City State Administration urged caution and provided contacts for emergency services.
Explosions occurred near military unit 6912 near Khabarovsk, Russia. As a result of the incident, there are dead and wounded among the personnel.
Seven first ladies will arrive at the Fifth Summit of First Ladies and Gentlemen in Kyiv. Melania Trump will not participate, but will meet with Olena Zelenska in New York.
Emergency rescue operations have been completed in Kyiv's Sviatoshynskyi district following the Russian strike on September 7. Over 360 tons of debris have been removed, and 171 people received psychological assistance.
German Greens accuse the Merz coalition of obstructing the allocation of 4. 5 billion euros to Ukraine. This issue escalated during the budget session, when the Greens' proposal for additional funds was rejected.
Law enforcement officers in Ivano-Frankivsk region exposed 12 members of an organized criminal group that extorted money from entrepreneurs in several regions of Ukraine. The total amount of demands amounted to over 828 thousand US dollars.
The European Union is considering a 19th round of sanctions that could affect Russian banks, energy companies, and oil trade. Restrictions may affect payment systems, cryptocurrency exchanges, and oil traders from third countries.
The Kyiv Prosecutor's Office announced suspicion to a lawyer who organized the departure abroad of a wanted man for 34 thousand euros. He faces up to 9 years in prison with confiscation of property.
Forecaster Natalka Didenko predicts local rains in Ukraine on September 9, with temperatures at night +12-18°C, and during the day +22-28°C. In Kyiv, rain is possible in the evening, with temperatures up to +25°C during the day.
The commander of the reconnaissance platoon reported possible facts of corruption in the Kyiv TCC. The DBR calls for official appeals for investigation.
The SBI is investigating a fatal road accident in Kyiv that occurred on September 8 on Olena Teliha Street. A military staff sergeant, driving a service vehicle, drove into the oncoming lane, where he collided with a police car, resulting in the death of a police officer and another man.
As a result of a Russian drone attack in Kyiv region, a store, a fitness club, and an industrial enterprise were damaged. There are no casualties, and electricity supply has been restored.
Over the past day, September 7, 156 combat engagements were recorded. The occupiers launched three missile and 75 air strikes on the positions of Ukrainian defenders and settlements, using 16 missiles and 143 guided bombs. In total, the enemy carried out 4703 shellings, involving 4679 kamikaze drones.
In Kyiv, the public transport scheme has been changed due to the elimination of the consequences of the Russian attack on Yakuba Kolasa Street. Trolleybus route No. 41 has been closed, a temporary bus route has been organized, and bus route No. 90 operates according to a modified scheme.
In the Sviatoshynskyi district of Kyiv, rescuers found the body of a man under the rubble of a destroyed nine-story building. In total, three people, including a child, died as a result of the Russian missile strike on September 7.
On September 8, Ukraine is expected to have variable cloudiness, with short-term rains in places. Daytime air temperature will be 21-26°, in the south up to 29°.
US President Donald Trump announced the upcoming visits of European leaders to Washington to discuss the settlement of the Russian-Ukrainian war. He also plans to talk with Putin amid recent Russian shelling of Kyiv.
Austrian Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger stated that Russia's night attacks on the government building in Kyiv indicate a transition to a new level of terror. She called on Europe to give a decisive response and strengthen support for Ukraine.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha discussed with representatives of the EU and Canada the strengthening of sanctions against Russia. He informed about the escalation of attacks and emphasized the need to strengthen air defense and energy resilience.