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Heavy rain is expected in Kyiv and the region until the morning of September 22. A yellow level of danger has been declared; disruptions to the operation of enterprises are possible.

Ukrzaliznytsia reported delays of dozens of trains ranging from 20 minutes to 16 hours and 33 minutes amid Russian attacks. The Mykolaiv–Kyiv service is the most delayed.

Near Zviahel, a Russian strike damaged a gas station on the M-06 highway. The aftermath is being dealt with, and information about casualties is being уточнено.

russia may have reduced ballistic missile launches, stockpiling them for winter strikes on energy infrastructure. Ukraine lacks missiles for Patriot.

Rustem Umerov said there had been significant progress in talks with the United States. The number of disagreements has been reduced to 1–2 key issues.

Zelenskyy and Trump discussed the peace track, de-escalation, and security. The presidents agreed to meet in New York.

Russian shelling caused significant train delays, particularly in southern Ukraine. The Dnipro–Uzhhorod service is delayed by 13 hours and 40 minutes.

From September 21, rain, strong winds, and a drop in temperature to +15. ..+18°C are expected in Ukraine. Warmer weather is forecast from September 26.

The Kyiv City State Administration warned of possible smoke and a burning smell on the right bank of Kyiv. Residents are advised to close their windows and spend less time outdoors.

He fired at least 10 shots at two people: a man was detained in the Kyiv region

In Vasylkiv, a 32-year-old man wounded two local residents with a traumatic pistol. He was notified of suspicion and faces up to 7 years in prison.

In August, 372 civilians were killed in Ukraine and another 2,349 were injured. Missile strikes and long-range drones caused 47% of the casualties.

The HUR showed the Japanese delegation components of a ballistic missile from North Korea

Ukrainian intelligence demonstrated components of a North Korean ballistic missile to the Japanese delegation. The details help assess Pyongyang's weapons.

In Ukraine, Inventors’ Day and Pharmaceutical Workers’ Day are celebrated. Around the world, World Smiley Day and the independence of Saint Kitts and Nevis are commemorated.

No one worked on technologies to counter enemy MESH networks for a year — "Flash"

Serhii Beskrestnov stated that the Armed Forces of Ukraine had not systematically developed electronic warfare against MESH networks for a year. Now Russia is attacking Kyiv with jet-powered "Shaheds".

Ukraine expects to open all negotiating clusters for EU accession by the end of 2026. Zelenskyy called on parliament to take the necessary legislative steps.

Shovkovskyi, a shooting range, and extortion of $250,000 — what is known about the case involving the former Dynamo coach

The NABU entered a case concerning the possible extortion of $250,000 from the owner of a Kyiv shooting range into the Unified Register of Pretrial Investigations. Shovkovskyi denies the allegations.

Rabies was detected in a cat in Kyiv’s Sviatoshynskyi District. A veterinarian advises vaccinating animals annually and immediately washing wounds after being bitten.

In Kyiv schools, lessons are suspended during an alert, not canceled. In-person classes continue in shelters or after the all-clear.

Due to Russian shelling, a number of trains are delayed, with some services running almost 12 hours behind schedule

Due to Russian attacks on the railway, trains are running with delays. The longest delay is 11 hours and 39 minutes.

The Economist reports on intensified strikes against Kyiv and pressure on Ukraine. Talks in Abu Dhabi may take place in early October.

On September 18, partly cloudy skies and rain are expected in western Ukraine

Most of Ukraine will have partly cloudy skies, while occasional showers will occur in some western areas. No precipitation is expected in Kyiv, with temperatures reaching +21°C.

The EU will provide Ukraine with €3. 3 billion for missiles and drones. A joint programme to develop a European air and missile defence system is also being prepared.

In Kyiv’s Podilskyi district, a drone struck a non-residential building, and a man was hospitalized. In the Sviatoshynskyi district, debris fell near a school.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said that he would not give up support for Ukraine. He considers this necessary for Europe’s freedom.

Washington may allow Berlin to transfer 10 Patriot interceptors worth $29. 6 million to Kyiv. The deal is still under consideration by the U.S. Congress.

The Ministry of Finance has halted funding for capital expenditures, said Avtostrada director Maksym Shkil. The company is suspending work at all sites.

At the yellow alert level, trains and passenger boarding are permitted. At the red alert level, boarding is suspended and people are moved to shelters.

Kyiv and the region have been included among the territories at increased risk for business compensation. For residents, this does not introduce any new payments.

The investigation uncovered a message from 16-year-old Viktoriia stating that she intended to throw herself under a car because of relationship problems. The girl survived the road accident.

The Cabinet of Ministers expanded war risk insurance for businesses to 5 million hryvnias

Kyiv and the region were included in the high-risk zones, while compensation was extended to fuel, transport, equipment, and leased property.