Ukrainian pharmacists, despite shelling and danger, continued to work, turning pharmacies into shelters and aid stations. They provided medicines, supported people, and saved lives in the most difficult conditions.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a law on the ratification of the agreement on a century-long partnership between Ukraine and Great Britain. The document provides for annual military aid of 3 billion pounds sterling and cooperation in seven key areas.
NABU has declared former MP from the Party of Regions Yuriy Ivanyushchenko wanted. He is suspected of legalizing 18 hectares of state land worth over 160 million hryvnias.
Polish Deputy Prime Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz arrived in Kyiv as part of a delegation. He will discuss military cooperation and further support for Ukraine.
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 1941/USD, which devalued the hryvnia by two kopecks. Different exchange rates were recorded in banks, exchange offices, and on the interbank market.
Due to the night shelling of Poltava region and power outages in several sections, passenger train traffic was delayed. The damage has now been localized, power has been supplied, and trains will move on their own.
Prime Minister of Ukraine Yulia Svyrydenko met in Kyiv with the President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola. The parties discussed Ukraine's progress towards EU membership and the safety of Ukrainian children, as well as the opening of a European Parliament representative office in Kyiv.
Some passenger services that were rerouted around the damaged section are already arriving at their final stations. Power restoration is ongoing, and trains are passing through the section with backup diesel locomotives.
On September 17, the first matches of the Ukrainian Cup Round of 16 took place. "LNZ" defeated "Metalist", and "Kryvbas" was eliminated from the tournament due to a violation of regulations, despite winning against FC "Chernihiv".
As a result of the Russian strike on railway infrastructure, a number of Ukrzaliznytsia passenger services are delayed. Some trains are delayed by more than eight hours.
Kyiv expects the Reconstruction Investment Fund to have $150 million by the end of 2024, and the volume could grow to $200 million by the end of 2028. The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) announced a $75 million contribution to the fund, with Ukraine also contributing $75 million.
The 1/16 final of the Ukrainian Cup begins on September 17, with 4 participants of European cups joining. UNN publishes the match schedule and information about broadcasts.
The European Commission is developing plans to use frozen Russian assets to provide €170 billion in reparations loans to Ukraine. These plans involve transferring Russian cash to Ukraine without formally seizing the assets.
The State Border Guard Service of Ukraine records the arrival of thousands of Hasidic pilgrims from September 22 to 24 to celebrate Rosh Hashanah in Uman. Border guards ensure controlled and safe border crossing for organized groups, of which about 7 thousand have already arrived.
Since the beginning of 2025, 8,345 Ukrainian companies have changed their legal addresses, which is almost equal to last year's figure and 10% less than in 2021.
The prosecutor's office will petition for the search and detention of the head of the department of the Education Department of the Dnipro District State Administration, who is accused of embezzling budget funds. The woman did not appear at the court hearing, stating that she was traveling to Turkey for treatment and fearing for her own life.
On September 18, an atmospheric front with rains and low temperatures will move to eastern Ukraine. The maximum air temperature will be +15+20 degrees, strong gusty winds are expected.
As a result of Russia's night attack on the railway infrastructure, power supply to the network is being restored. A number of trains are running with delays, routes have been changed to minimize waiting times.
The Verkhovna Rada ratified the agreement on a century-long partnership with Great Britain, with 295 deputies voting in favor. The document provides for annual military aid of 3 billion pounds sterling and mutual support in case of aggression.
Shevchenkivskyi District Court of Kyiv has concluded the judicial debates in the case of former UDO employee Artem Kosov. The verdict in the case of the murder of a 16-year-old boy on the capital's funicular will be announced on September 22.
During the court debate in the case of former UDO employee Artem Kosov, the victim's lawyer emphasized the lack of remorse. The accused expressed condolences to the victim's mother only 16 months after the murder.
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola announced the opening of a permanent representation of the European Parliament in Kyiv during her address to the Verkhovna Rada on September 17. She also emphasized the need for genuine peace for Ukraine and announced the 19th package of sanctions against Russia.
The SBU detained two FSB agents who installed 4G cameras to monitor missile and drone attacks and air defense operations. They face life imprisonment for treason.
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola arrived in Kyiv 1,300 days after the start of the aggression to express support for Ukraine. She was met by the Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada, Ruslan Stefanchuk.
As of September 1, 2025, 328 Ukrainian companies out of 2,242 sanctioned legal entities generated UAH 240 billion in revenue. Most of these companies are registered in Kyiv, Crimea, Donetsk, and Luhansk regions.
In Kyiv's Shevchenkivskyi district, a fire on the roof of a residential building covering an area of 1,500 square meters was extinguished overnight. 150 residents were evacuated, and there were no casualties.
The President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, announced her visit to Kyiv. She published a photo against the backdrop of a train resembling a Ukrainian one.
Due to Russia's massive attack on substations on September 17, passenger trains in the Odesa and Dnipro directions will run with delays. 20 reserve locomotives have been deployed, and some routes are running on altered paths.
On September 17, cloudy weather with clearings, significant rains, and thunderstorms in places are expected in Ukraine. Daytime air temperature will range from 15 to 25 degrees Celsius.
Ukraine and the Czech Republic have agreed to accelerate the signing of an intergovernmental agreement (G2G) to implement Ukraine's reconstruction projects. The Czech Republic has received 188 million euros in credit guarantees for these purposes and plans to begin their implementation in 2026.
