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.
After the massive Russian attack, more than 200 people sought help at aid headquarters in Kyiv. In the Sviatoshynskyi district, 197 people submitted applications for payments, and in Darnytskyi – 29.
President Zelenskyy stated that the Kremlin's main goal is the full occupation of Ukraine, and for Ukraine, victory means preserving its statehood. He emphasized that only its own army can provide true security guarantees for the state.
A road accident occurred in the Darnytskyi district of Kyiv, resulting in the death of two people. The Audi driver swerved into the oncoming lane and collided with a Nissan.
On September 7, Russia attacked Ukraine using over 800 drones, including 400 "Shaheds," as well as missiles and ballistic weapons. Ukrainian air defense forces shot down over 150 targets, but hits and destruction were recorded in Kyiv, Zaporizhzhia, Kryvyi Rih, Kremenchuk, and Odesa.
The Russian Ministry of Defense commented on the massive shelling of Ukraine on September 7, stating that drone production and storage facilities were hit. The occupiers claim that the objectives of the strike were achieved, and all designated targets were hit.
The commander of the reconnaissance platoon of the 28th Brigade exposed corruption schemes in Kyiv's TCCs. For 8,000 dollars, a mobilized person can be transferred to a chosen unit, and "going home" costs 30,000 dollars.
President Zelenskyy informed Macron about the death of four people and the injury of 44 as a result of the Russian attack. Ukraine and France are preparing new measures to strengthen defense.
Starting September 8, rain and gusty winds are expected in Ukraine, with the exception of the southern and western regions. The air temperature will remain comfortable, reaching up to +28 degrees, and up to +30 in the south.
The Kyiv City Military Administration denied information about the third fatality as a result of the night Russian attack. Earlier, it was reported that a 32-year-old woman and her two-month-old child had died.
The death of a third person as a result of the night Russian attack has been confirmed in Kyiv. Earlier, the mayor of Kyiv reported the death of a 32-year-old woman and her two-month-old child.
Poland scrambled its aviation during Russia's massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine. One Russian drone flew into Polish territory and disappeared.
Heorhiy Sudakov's house in Kyiv was damaged by a night missile and drone attack. The footballer published a video of the destruction, expressing his indignation at the actions of the occupiers.
In Kyiv, a fire in a government building covering an area of over 1,000 square meters has been localized. In the Sviatoshynskyi district, firefighting and debris removal continue, where two people died.
The elimination of the consequences of Russian strikes continues in Ukraine, with over 800 drones and 13 missiles recorded. In Kyiv, two people died, including a child, and the Cabinet of Ministers building was damaged.
Ukrainian air defense shot down 747 "Shaheds" and 4 "Iskander-K" cruise missiles during the massive attack. Hits were recorded at 37 locations and debris falling at 8.
Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko confirmed damage to the Ukrainian government building as a result of the night attack. She called on partners to strengthen sanctions against Russian oil and gas and provide Ukraine with more weapons.
