It is believed that the earliest prototype of the postal service existed in the territory of modern Iran in the fifth century BC. On October 9, 1874, representatives of 22 countries established the Universal Postal Union in Bern, which was renamed the Universal Postal Union four years later.
The Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reports a threat of air strikes in the southeast. The military urges to be prepared for possible air attacks in the region.
In Kostyantynivka, Kramatorsk district, a fire caused by an enemy strike on October 6 was extinguished. Rescuers fought the fire for several days, finally eliminating it on October 8.
The U. S. military has prepared a list of weapons that could significantly help Ukraine. The list includes air-to-ground missiles and the Link 16 communications system, but the reasons for their non-transfer remain unclear.
The Ukrainian Air Force reports enemy tactical aircraft activity in the northeast. There is a threat of the use of air strikes.
In the occupied territories of Zaporizhzhia region, preparations are underway to intensify repression under the pretext of “anti-terrorist exercises. ” This is a reaction to the successful actions of the Ukrainian underground to eliminate traitors.
In Sumy, the aftermath of Sunday's drone attack continues. Forty-six residential buildings and three educational institutions were damaged, one victim is in the hospital, and 50 applications for medical examinations and 92 for compensation have been filed.
Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andriy Sybiga discussed with the UAE Vice Prime Minister support for Ukraine's territorial integrity. The importance of continuing bilateral dialogue and achieving a just peace based on the Ukrainian Peace Formula was emphasized.
The US government has backed Ukraine in a legal battle over $42 million frozen in the accounts of a russian bank in the US. The Justice Department filed a letter with the Court of Appeals in support of the Ukrainian side.
There were 142 combat engagements in the frontline, most of them in the Kurakhove sector - 39 attacks.
An explosion has occurred in Kharkiv. The Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces informs about the launch of enemy guided aerial bombs in the direction of Kharkiv region.
Journalist Bob Woodward claims that Trump spoke to Putin up to 7 times after 2021. It is also reported that Trump sent COVID-19 tests to Putin during the pandemic.
The authorities of the Belgorod region of the Russian Federation have decided to close the villages of Petrivka and Solovyovka and evacuate their residents due to constant shelling. The residents will be provided with new housing.
The Verkhovna Rada has banned the use of Telegram on official devices in accordance with the decision of the National Security and Defense Council. When you try to open the messenger, a message appears about blocking access.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine expressed concern about Russia's activities in Africa through the African Corps. It condemned Russia's use of African and Arab citizens as mercenaries in the war against Ukraine.
The President of Ukraine signed two decrees on personal sanctions against 90 individuals and 61 legal entities. The sanctions are aimed at traitors to Ukraine and military production in Russia.
The President of Ukraine said that the Armed Forces of Ukraine maintain the necessary pressure on Russia in the Kursk region, where fighting has been going on for three months. Zelenskyy also heard reports on processes in the enemy's system and cooperation with partners.
As part of the President of Ukraine's Bring Kids Back UA initiative, 7 children aged 3 to 17 were returned. The families were persecuted in the occupied territories and the children were forced to attend propaganda events.
In 2024, Russia used more than 1,000 munitions against Ukraine's energy facilities. The loss of energy capacity exceeds 9 GW, which is equivalent to the electricity supply of four EU countries.
The President of Ukraine chaired a meeting of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff on weapons production and supply. They discussed the needs of the army, domestic production, drones, electronic warfare systems, and the missile program.
The Prosecutor General's Office has completed an internal investigation into Dmytro Verbytskyi and handed over the materials to the NABU. Earlier, journalists discovered that Verbytskyi's girlfriend had purchased elite property worth UAH 52 million without sufficient official income.
Ukraine's captain Andriy Yarmolenko played his 500th match for Ukrainian teams in all tournaments. He became the 10th player to reach this milestone, scoring 195 goals in his career.
The Register of International Public Bus Routes is now available on a single state web portal. The register contains information on more than 1,200 official routes with permits.
Analysts of the CHESNO movement found that the European Solidarity spent UAH 167 million of state funding on companies related to Poroshenko. The party also provided UAH 120 million in “repayable assistance” to a close NGO.
Ukrenergo reports that there are no plans to limit electricity consumption in Ukraine tomorrow. The company recommends using powerful electrical appliances from 10:00 to 16:00, when solar power plants are most productive.
The German government has expressed regret over the cancellation of US President Joe Biden's visit due to the hurricanes in Florida. The visit, scheduled for October 10-12, was supposed to include meetings with European leaders and discussions on the war in Ukraine.
A 42-year-old woman from Odesa was behaving aggressively and swearing at a minibus driver who did not stop at the station. The police classified the woman's actions as disorderly conduct and drew up an administrative report.
The head of the Kyiv RMA met with representatives of the French Embassy and 20 French companies. They discussed increasing investment, rebuilding the region, and implementing joint projects.
A commission of international experts has started the long-awaited audit of the NABU. They will have access to criminal proceedings and will be able to interview employees, but experts doubt the effectiveness of the audit.
The Verkhovna Rada passed a law on the redistribution of functions between executive authorities. The State Labor Service is deprived of some of its non-essential functions in the field of industrial safety and labor protection as part of deregulation.
