Ukraine has not received any of the promised $50 billion from frozen Russian assets. The deputy head of the OP calls for a clear roadmap for the provision of these funds and points to a lack of political will.
The Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine plans to introduce artificial intelligence into the work of the state. Mykhailo Fedorov said that AI and automation are a priority for the ministry.
Japan's Ambassador to Ukraine announces its readiness to provide Ukraine with loans under the G7 initiative on frozen Russian assets. The G7 plans to provide Ukraine with about $50 billion in financing by the end of the year.
On the border with Poland, customs officers found 168 hidden Xiaomi smartphones worth UAH 2 million. A 19-year-old minibus driver tried to smuggle them into Ukraine by hiding them behind the interior lining.
The Chinese Foreign Ministry did not comment on Zelensky's statement about Russia's use of Chinese satellites to photograph Ukrainian nuclear power plants. A spokesperson for the ministry evaded answering a journalist's question.
Law enforcement officers detained a foreigner who organized drug smuggling to the Middle East and Ukraine. More than 5 kg of drugs worth almost UAH 5 million were seized, and a measure of restraint was chosen for the suspect.
The Ministry of Digital Transformation plans to launch e-residency in a few days. This will allow foreign entrepreneurs to open online businesses in Ukraine and pay taxes, creating a new ecosystem for competition in the IT arena.
The experts of Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise spoke about the use of artificial intelligence in forensic examinations. AI helps in data processing and modeling, but cannot replace humans in analyzing and drawing conclusions.
Ukraine has made progress in the production of drones, but the area of robotic platforms remains underdeveloped. Fedorov noted the need to solve problems with electronic warfare, the fight against the Shahed, and the protection of the sky.
In the Kyiv region, UNITED24 has rebuilt a five-story building destroyed by Russian troops in March 2022. 300 residents will return to their homes, and 9 completely destroyed apartments have been restored.
The former head of the company suspected of illegal alienation of the National Cinematheque buildings was extradited to Ukraine. The HACC imposed on him a preventive measure in the form of detention with an alternative bail of UAH 10 million.
Brazil's president has called for a plan to negotiate an end to the conflict in Ukraine. Zelenskiy rejected the proposal as “destructive,” insisting on his own peace initiative.
The dollar is expected to rise by UAH 2 by the end of the year, which will lead to higher prices for new housing. The expert advises developers to reconsider their investment strategies due to the decline in the purchasing power of the population.
Turkish President Erdogan declared his readiness to help achieve a just peace in Ukraine, including mediation. He reaffirmed his support for Ukraine's territorial integrity and efforts to restore the grain initiative.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga met with his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan. They discussed strategic partnership, expansion of consular presence and safety of navigation in the Black Sea.
The eRestoration certificate can now be used for the down payment under the eHouse program through Diia. This will allow Ukrainians who have lost their homes due to the war to get a mortgage at a reduced rate of 3% or 7%.
Ukraine has planted 1. 8 million hectares of winter crops, including 862.2 thousand hectares of rapeseed. Farmers in five western regions have completed sowing rapeseed, with Poltava, Kirovograd and Mykolaiv regions leading the way in grain sowing.
Russian troops are occupying the outskirts of Vuhledar and attacking the city from three sides, British intelligence reports. Russians are also fighting in Toretsk, south of Pokrovsk and in the area of Chasova Yar.
India's foreign minister said the government is engaged in a dialogue with both sides to speed up the end of the war. India is sharing information between Ukraine and Russia, hoping to start serious peace talks.
The President of Ukraine thanked the NATO Secretary General for his support and discussed strengthening air defense. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of inviting Ukraine to join NATO as soon as possible and implementing the agreements of the Washington Summit.
Ukraine views Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a potential mediator in peace talks with Russia.
The Land Forces Command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has clarified some issues regarding the mobilization of certain categories of citizens. The decision was made to reduce social tension, but details are not disclosed for security reasons.
The presidents of Ukraine and Vietnam meet in New York to discuss bilateral relations and trade. Zelenskyy invited Vietnam to join the Peace Summit Joint Communiqué.
EU Diplomacy Chief Josep Borrell said that the EU's support for Ukraine exceeds that of the United States. He emphasized the need to continue supporting Ukraine as long as Ukrainians resist.
US House Speaker Mike Johnson is not sure whether he will meet with Ukrainian President Zelensky on September 26. The reason may be a change in the meeting schedule due to the hurricane's approach to the Gulf Coast.
At a meeting of the UN Security Council, Polish Foreign Minister Sikorski accused Russia of abducting Ukrainian children. He compared these actions to Nazi crimes during World War II.
A petition to dismiss Olena Duma from the post of head of the ARMA was posted on the Cabinet of Ministers' website. The initiators accuse her of having ties to pro-Russian politicians and ineffective management of seized assets.
The Biden administration is working on a plan to extend arms authorization to Ukraine by $5. 9 billion by the end of the month. This will allow the supply of weapons to Kyiv to continue without congressional action.
Electricity consumption in Ukraine increased by 2. 3% compared to the previous day. Due to shelling and hostilities, there were power cuts in 6 regions over the past day, but no scheduled outages are planned.
Soldiers of the “Wings” unit of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine destroyed a Russian self-propelled artillery system “Msta-S”. The reconnaissance men used two long-range FPV drones to destroy the enemy howitzer.
