Ukraine

The President of Ukraine reacted to the death of journalist Viktoria Roshchyna in Russian captivity. Zelensky discussed the release of Ukrainian prisoners with the Pope and handed over a list of imprisoned journalists.

The National Bank of Ukraine has put into circulation a new commemorative coin “Logistics Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine” with a face value of 10 hryvnias. The NBU plans to mint 10 million of these coins.

A rally in memory of Ukrainian journalist Viktoria Roshchyna, who died in Russian captivity, is held on Maidan Nezalezhnosti. Roshchyna was held in a Taganrog detention center and a colony in occupied Berdiansk, where she was tortured.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine expressed concern over Israeli shelling of UNIFIL positions in southern Lebanon. Ukraine calls on the parties to the conflict to guarantee the safety and respect the immunity of UN agencies and their representatives.

A Russian court has arrested CNN journalist Nick Peyton Walsh in absentia for “illegal border crossing”. The journalist was reporting from the town of Sudzha in Kursk region, which the FSB considers a violation.

Ukrainian farmers harvested 57. 2 million tons of grains and oilseeds. Odesa region is the leader in terms of gross grain harvest with 4.2 million tons, and Khmelnytsky region is the leader in terms of yield with 65.5 c/ha.

The Georgian Prosecutor's Office announced the possible involvement of former President Saakashvili in the attempted assassination of opposition leader Targamadze in 2016. The new circumstances were established on the basis of the testimony of the accused David Khechuashvili.

105 companies in Kyiv region have joined the National Cashback program. The region is among the top five in terms of business attractiveness and has 13 industrial parks.

Since the launch of the Ukrainian Sea Corridor, the ports of Greater Odesa have handled 75 million tons of cargo, of which 50. 1 million tons were agricultural products. Exports were carried out to 50 countries, and the round-the-clock mode increased the figures by 20%.

The “Vidmak” strike and reconnaissance group of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine jointly with the State Border Guard Service and the Armed Forces of Ukraine conducted a successful operation in the village of Tiotkino. FPV drones destroyed enemy communications equipment, vehicles and a building with personnel.

The President of Ukraine held his third meeting with the German Chancellor. Zelenskyy presented a plan of clear and realistic steps to achieve genuine peace and emphasized the importance of further assistance from Germany.

A representative of the sister city of Jena visited Brovary to identify areas for further cooperation. The German city provides a variety of assistance to Brovary, including generators, medical equipment, and special vehicles.

The Administrative Court of Cassation upheld the NACP's decision to terminate state funding of the Golos party. The reason was inaccurate information in the reports amounting to almost UAH 5 million for 2020.

The russians are considering the possibility of locating the production of Iranian drones at the seized enterprises in eastern Ukraine. They plan to carry out production underground, involving students, and store the drones in urban areas.

A 54-year-old driver threatened to break the nose of an inspector who had reprimanded him for improper parking. The woman was injured, and criminal proceedings were opened against the attacker.

EU envoys agree to provide Ukraine with €35 billion from frozen Russian assets. According to Prime Minister Shmyhal, the funds should be available by the end of 2024.

The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to sell the state-owned stake in the United Mining and Chemical Company. The winner of the auction offered about UAH 4 billion and pledged to invest at least UAH 400 million in the modernization of the company.

The Russian army is concentrating its efforts in the Avdiivka-Pokrovsky sector, creating conditions for an offensive. According to British intelligence, the Russians will try to capture Selydove in the coming weeks and are advancing toward the center of Toretsk.

Ukrenergo informs that there are no plans to limit electricity consumption on Saturday. It is recommended to use powerful electrical appliances from 10:00 to 16:00.

Defense Minister Rustem Umerov announced the creation of supervisory boards for the Defense Procurement Agency and the State Logistics Operator. There were also personnel changes: new deputy ministers were appointed.

Since July 1, Ukraine has exported 11. 739 million tons of grain, up 58.2% year-on-year. The exports include 6.798 million tons of wheat, 1.551 million tons of barley and 3.120 million tons of corn.

A Russian court has arrested $156 million of JPMorgan Chase's assets following VTB's lawsuit. VTB is seeking to recover losses incurred due to the blocking of foreign assets after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

The World Bank Board of Directors has approved the establishment of a $10 billion special financial trust fund for Ukraine. The funds will be used to support the budget and critical recovery needs.

The Ministry of Education and Science supports a bill to ban the Russian language in schools during breaks and in private communication. Minister Oksen Lisovyi emphasized the importance of protecting the Ukrainian language and the languages of national communities.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine condemned the shelling by Israeli forces of the UN Interim Force in Lebanon as a violation of international law. Ukraine called on all parties to the conflict to ensure the safety of UN agencies and their representatives.

The Government of Ukraine dismissed four officials, including deputy ministers. Three new deputy ministers and the interim head of the State Water Agency were appointed.

The meteorological autumn in Kyiv began on September 30, two weeks later than the climatic norm. This year's meteorological summer lasted 135 days, ending on September 29.

Mykhailo Fedorov announced the completion of the beta test of the National Cashback in Diia. Over UAH 73 million has been credited to Ukrainians, cashback is available for 260+ thousand products, and the service is being launched in full.

The CBOS poll showed record low support for accepting Ukrainian refugees in Poland - 53%. Two-thirds of Poles support the idea of sending men of military age back to Ukraine.

The European Commission says the EU is shocked by reports of the death of journalist Victoria Roshchina in Russia. The EU calls on Moscow to comply with international law and stop violating the rights of prisoners.