A Volkswagen and a Mitsubishi Pajero Sport collided on the Kyiv-Kovel-Yahodyn highway. 10 people were injured, including 4 children, and criminal proceedings were opened for violation of traffic safety rules.
On the night of August 9, 2024, Ukraine shot down 27 Russian 'Shahed' attack drones. The attack was carried out from the Prymorsko-Akhtarsk area, and the drones were destroyed in seven regions of Ukraine.
On August 9, Ukrainian athletes will compete in diving, rhythmic gymnastics, rowing, wrestling, breaking, modern pentathlon and artistic swimming. The competition schedule covers the period from 11:00 to 20:30 Kyiv time.
An air alert has been declared in Kyiv region due to the threat of enemy attack drones. The Ukrainian Air Force calls on the public to be vigilant and follow safety rules.
Short-term rains and thunderstorms are expected in western and central Ukraine. In the south of the country, the temperature will reach 28-33° during the day, and 24-29° in the rest of the country. In Kyiv, there may be short-term rain during the day.
Due to technical reasons, validators in Kyiv's public ground transportation are temporarily out of service. Fares can be paid through the Kyiv Digital app, and controllers will not fine passengers during the repair.
An air alert has been declared in the capital of Ukraine. The Kyiv City State Administration urges all residents to immediately go to civil defense shelters.
From August 9 to October 15, traffic on the first and second lanes of the Northern Bridge in Kyiv will be restricted to the right bank. Road workers will be carrying out routine repairs to the roadway.
The HACC imposed a bail of UAH 10 million on the former acting head of the Main Department of the State Tax Service in Kharkiv region. The bribery suspect is also subject to a number of restrictions, including wearing an electronic bracelet.
An anonymous advisor to Zelenskyy said that Ukrainian troops control the Sudzha station in Russia. Gas continues to flow through the station, which is the last point of transportation of Russian gas to Europe via Ukraine.
A sewerage breakdown occurs on Kharkivske Highway in Kyiv. Social networks report a power outage in buildings due to flooding of switchboards in basements.
The Ministry of Finance has held meetings with business representatives to find additional UAH 500 billion for defense in 2024. It is proposed to revise the military duty and excise taxes, which will provide UAH 138.7 billion by the end of 2024.
In Kyiv, the car of a civic activist was burned down on Vidradny Avenue. Police promptly detained two suspects who face up to 10 years in prison for intentional destruction of property by arson.
The SBU detained two saboteurs who set fire to a relay cabinet at the Ukrzaliznytsia freight station in Kyiv on the instructions of Russian intelligence. They face life in prison for sabotage under martial law.
An accident with victims occurred on the bypass road of Bobrynets, Kirovograd region. Vehicular traffic is temporarily restricted in both directions on 115 km of the H-14 highway.
A Mazda and a Mercedes collided in the Kyiv region. The driver and passenger of the Mazda died on the spot, and their 14-year-old child was hospitalized. The police launched an investigation into the fatal accident.
Affected by the aggressor's air attacks will be able to participate in the Vadym Stolar Foundation's Restore project.
The IMF requires an open competition for the position of the DGF director, but the authorities can appoint the head in a closed mode. Experts warn that ignoring the IMF's requirements could lead to the loss of critical financial assistance.
Law enforcers do not like to investigate economic crimes, says the former judge.
Electricity consumption in Ukraine remains high, but no blackouts are expected. Due to the hostilities and technical reasons, 487 settlements in different regions are without electricity.
A 16-year-old FSB agent who, according to the special service, "set fire to the vehicles of the Defense Forces" was detained in Kyiv. The teenager was carrying out an assignment for the Russian secret service in exchange for the promise of a monetary reward, which he never received.
On August 8, Ukrainian Olympians will compete in rhythmic gymnastics, sport climbing, rowing, modern pentathlon, wrestling, and weightlifting. The day before, Oleksandr Khyzhniak won a gold medal in boxing.
On August 8, Ukraine will be mostly without precipitation, with short-term rains possible only in the northeast. The temperature at night will be 13-22°, during the day 22-31°, northwest wind 5-10 m/s.
On August 8, Kyiv is expected to have comfortable weather without precipitation, up to +26°. Across Ukraine, the temperature will range from +25° to +32°, with partly cloudy skies and light rains possible in most regions.
A traffic accident has occurred on the Paton Bridge in Kyiv. The Patrol Police reports that traffic is hampered in both directions and urges drivers to take this information into account when planning their route.
A large-scale fire has broken out in the abandoned Tampere movie theater in the capital of Ukraine. Rescuers are working at the scene, but there is no official information from the State Emergency Service.
Washington has not changed its policy on strikes against Russia with American weapons. The White House wants an explanation from Ukraine on the situation in the Kursk region.
The BES conducted searches in Poltava City Council over the embezzlement of UAH 5. 3 million in the purchase of drones. The former director and chief specialist of the defense department were notified of suspicion.
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said that the school year in the capital will traditionally begin on September 1. Only schools with proper shelters will be open, and students of schools without shelters will be able to attend neighboring institutions.
A 26-year-old Kyiv resident posed as a volunteer and deceived people who wanted to buy military equipment. He received payment but sent empty parcels, defrauding 19 people of almost UAH 600,000.
