Kyiv
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.
Movement of enemy drones is spotted in the Kyiv region. The regional military administration reports on the work of air defense forces and calls on residents to follow safety rules and stay in shelters.
An increase in the concentration of suspended particles in the air has been recorded in Kyiv. The cause of the air deterioration is believed to be fires in the ecosystem of the Kyiv region, and residents are advised to take precautionary measures.
US President Joe Biden is determined to support Ukraine and strengthen its position by the end of his term. Zelenskiy is traveling to the US with a “victory plan” to meet with Biden on September 26.
Brovary celebrated the City Day with a charity race that raised more than UAH 130,000 for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. A concert, a play, and a commemoration of the fallen defenders of Ukraine were also held.
Ruslan Kravchenko, Head of the Kyiv Regional Anti-Corruption Management Agency, spoke about the unique anti-corruption system in Kyiv region. It includes cooperation with law enforcement agencies, involvement of the public and international partners to control spending and procurement.
As of September 21, air quality in Kyiv returned to normal. The smoke caused by the fires is typical for spring and fall due to drought and careless fire handling.
At his meeting with Biden on September 26, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy will present a victory plan. It includes an invitation to NATO, guarantees of arms supplies, a path to the EU, and economic agreements.
Kyiv RMA Chairman Kravchenko told how the Kyiv region managed to build the first inclusive town for veterans in Ukraine.
On September 21, dry weather is expected in Ukraine with daytime temperatures of 21-26°C. Northeast wind of 5-10 m/s, no precipitation. In Kyiv and the region at night 6-11°C, during the day 21-26°C.
An accident involving three vehicles occurred in Brovary due to a traffic violation. A 45-year-old driver of an Opel failed to give way, which led to a collision with a Hyundai and a shuttle bus. No one was injured.
The Polish Foreign Minister said that his country supports the territorial integrity of Ukraine. The proposal on Crimea was made as part of a hypothetical discussion on the implementation of Zelenskyy's ideas.
The Prime Minister of Ukraine and the President of the European Commission discussed increasing financial assistance to EUR 400 billion. The parties plan to hold a joint meeting of the Ukrainian government and the European Commission Board in Kyiv.
As of the evening of September 20, the smoke in Kyiv has almost disappeared, and the indicators are approaching normal. The Minister of Environmental Protection said that the situation is normalizing due to warming and stronger winds.
The body of a 25-year-old woman was found in a cesspool in the Novosanzhar community. The 46-year-old man suspected of the murder was found dead with signs of suicide.
The volume of the illegal cigarette market in Ukraine is UAH 6. 65 billion. State budget losses are estimated at UAH 23 billion, and 69% of illegal products are sold in 6 regions.
Vitaliy Shabunin, who is allegedly listed as a combat medic, was seen in civilian clothes in the Kyiv subway. The State Bureau of Investigation is investigating cases against Shabunin, including mobilization evasion and illegal use of military property.
An accident occurred on the Kyiv-Chop highway: the driver of a Volkswagen fell asleep at the wheel and collided with a MAN truck. A 51-year-old man from Sumy region was injured and taken to the hospital.
An indictment against the director of a utility company for abuse of office has been submitted to court. He purchased asphalt concrete mix at inflated prices, causing losses to the state of more than UAH 300 thousand.
The National Cashback program is gaining popularity among businesses and consumers in Kyiv region. 86 local enterprises have already become participants, producing a variety of goods and contributing to the development of the regional economy.
In the Kyiv region, it will be cloudy and dry for 5 days, with temperatures of 10-11° at night and up to 24° during the day.
Maxim Krippa's Ola Fine LLC has won the auction for the privatization of the Ukraina Hotel in Kyiv for UAH 2. 5 billion. Krippa believes the price is reasonable and plans to reconstruct the hotel while maintaining its profile.
Ukraine's Prime Minister is to meet with the European Commission President in Kyiv to discuss speeding up the transfer of frozen Russian assets. Ukraine expects to receive $50 billion by the end of the year to cover the budget deficit.
A 41-year-old Kyiv resident suspected of murdering a pensioner at a gas station has been remanded in custody until November 16, 2024. The suspect is not testifying or explaining his motives.
Danil Martynov, the former deputy head of the Russian Guard for the Chechen Republic, was sentenced in absentia to 11 years in prison. He led the seizure of a psychoneurological boarding school in Borodyanka, taking 500 people hostage.
Air quality is improving in the northern part of Kyiv, but the situation remains difficult in the south and southeast. The concentration of dust particles is 5 times higher than normal due to fires in the ecosystems of 3 regions.
A Veteran's Hub was opened in Brovary to provide psychological support to war veterans. 66.8% of the surveyed veterans report having psychological problems, and 42.7% expect them after the war.
Fires of peat bogs, grass flooring, and forest litter have been reported in four districts of Kyiv Oblast. As a result, the air quality has deteriorated, with exceedances of permissible concentrations of chemical and biological substances being recorded.
There is smoke in Kyiv region due to peatland fires in the northern regions. The synoptic situation contributes to the accumulation of harmful impurities, and the radiation background is normal.
Kyivvodokanal reports on the safety of water in Kyiv. The chemical and bacteriological laboratory monitors water quality around the clock, and river water indicators meet the standards for this time of year.