Ukraine

The High Anti-Corruption Court arrested former MP Dmytro Kriuchkov in absentia, accused of embezzling UAH 1. 5 billion from Cherkasyoblenergo and Zaporizhzhiaoblenergo.

Ukrainian cities are actively establishing partnerships with foreign municipalities. This allows them to receive humanitarian aid, implement energy efficiency projects, and prepare for post-war reconstruction.

PrivatBank will try again to sell the Priozerny shopping center in Dnipro at a SETAM auction. The starting price has been reduced to UAH 352.7 million, and the auction is scheduled for October 16, 2024.

A dangerous trend is spreading on social media - children inhaling toxic substances on camera. Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets urges parents to be vigilant and has appealed to the police to prevent the spread of this trend.

The situation in Ukraine's energy system is stable but fragile. The Deputy Minister of Energy urges consumers to check their insulation and prepare for winter while the damaged infrastructure is being repaired.

According to the poll, 70. 1% of Ukrainians support the ban on the activities of the UOC (MP) and other churches run by the aggressor state. 15.1% of respondents do not support this law.

Ukrenergo informs that no restrictions on electricity consumption are planned for October 5. The company recommends using powerful electrical appliances from 10:00 to 16:00.

The Parliamentary Network on the Situation of Ukrainian Children, chaired by Olena Khomenko, has officially started working in PACE. The first meeting was devoted to ensuring the right of children to grow up in a family environment.

The Belarusian dictator said that during the flight his helicopter was close to the drones. Lukashenko suggested that the drones were flying low to avoid detection by Ukrainian electronic means.

Kyiv RMA has signed a memorandum with Global Clearance Solutions UK for humanitarian demining. The company will provide a wide range of mine action assistance, including survey and clearance of territories.

The prosecutor's office has brought the case of a priest from Korsun-Shevchenkivske to court for spreading communist symbols and justifying russian aggression. He faces up to 8 years in prison with possible confiscation of property.

Russian troops shelled the village of Poniativka in the Kherson region. As a result of a mortar attack, a 38-year-old man sustained an explosive injury, he is being treated.

At the Yahodyn-Dorohusk checkpoint, a Kharkiv resident was found to be carrying prohibited items. Among his personal belongings, they found a crossbow with arrows, an air rifle and a metal knife, which were seized.

At a checkpoint in the Rivne region, an aggressive, intoxicated minibus passenger cut his hands. Border guards disarmed the man by force, provided first aid and called an ambulance and police.

The Belarusian dictator has declared his readiness to help Ukraine recover. He believes that the new US government will be preoccupied with internal problems and will not be able to support Ukraine.

The ex-soldier told us whether the most influential tax officer will be held accountable for lying in his declaration.

The man organized a scheme to sell counterfeit e-cigarettes via Telegram. During the searches, the SBU seized goods worth UAH 1.4 million, and the organizer was served a notice of suspicion.

The Cabinet of Ministers initiated Ukraine's accession to the OECD Digital and Regulatory Policy Committees. This will provide access to information and experience of successful countries in implementing effective solutions in these areas.

Air pollution levels in Kyiv are above normal due to dust and smoke, but do not pose a health risk. The situation is expected to improve by the end of the week.

Law enforcement officers reported suspicion to 9 former employees of the Kalinin correctional colony for torturing Ukrainians in the occupied territory of Donetsk region. Thousands of prisoners who were subjected to severe physical and moral abuse passed through the colony.

Shigeru Ishiba, the new prime minister of Japan, announced the extension of sanctions against Russia and continuation of support for Ukraine. He also noted strengthening Japan's defense potential and expanding cooperation with its allies.

The government dismissed and appointed deputy ministers and a member of the language commission. The dismissal of the head of the Krasnohrad District State Administration in Kharkiv region was approved.

The National Security and Defense Council's Center for Political Analysis denied Lavrov's fake about Ukrainians training terrorists in Syria. Russia is trying to create an image of Ukraine as a “terrorist state” even though it supports militants in the region.

In the Brovary community, 98% of traffic lights are equipped with alternative power sources. This will allow them to operate during power outages even at sub-zero temperatures.

Olena Duma does not comment on the petition for her dismissal and criticism of the ARMA. The deputy provided a formal response, avoiding specifics regarding accusations of non-transparency and possible ties to pro-Russian politicians.

The IMF Board of Directors will finalize the fifth review of the EFF program for Ukraine by October 21. Ukraine will have access to USD 1.1 billion after the Executive Board's approval.

Ukraine has made the first international automatic exchange of information on financial accounts under the CRS standard. This will help fight tax evasion more effectively and contribute to the country's economic stability.

Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico has expressed a desire to restore economic relations with Russia after the war in Ukraine ends. He is also in favor of maintaining the transit of Russian raw materials to Europe through Ukraine.

The Ministry of Economy has approved the decision to introduce an economic reservation model. Three models are being considered, including an assessment of the criticality of an enterprise or employee.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize, but experts do not predict he will win. The committee may focus on humanitarian actors who help civilians.