Ukraine

President Zelensky met with teachers from Sumy, Chernihiv, Kharkiv and Poltava regions. He awarded them state awards and conferred honorary titles for their important work in the regions bordering the aggressor.

Poland intends to start building defense fortifications on its borders with Russia and Belarus. The Eastern Shield project envisages the creation of surveillance and drone defense systems by 2028.

Belarusian President Lukashenko confirmed that Russian drones had flown into the country. He said that Belarus shoots down any UAVs, regardless of their origin.

The President of Ukraine said that the Kursk operation adds motivation for partners to support Ukraine and put pressure on Russia. Zelensky met with the military in Sumy region who are fighting in Kursk.

The President of Ukraine chaired a meeting of the Security Council in Sumy region, discussing the protection of infrastructure and energy. Zelenskyy visits the 82nd Brigade soldiers participating in the Kursk operation and presents them with state awards.

The Government of Ukraine transferred Spetstechnoexport to the Ministry of Defense due to financial irregularities. The Ministry of Defense initiated an audit of the company's activities, which is currently underway.

The head of Energoatom said that the last of the 10 available nuclear power units will be launched within 20 days. After that, the nuclear power plants will be fully ready to operate at full capacity in the fall and winter.

The President of Ukraine met with the soldiers of the 82nd Brigade in Sumy region, listened to the commander's report and honored the military. Zelensky thanked for the Kursk operation, which helped motivate partners to provide weapons.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has welcomed the UK's decision to transfer sovereignty over the Chagos archipelago to Mauritius. Kyiv emphasizes the importance of territorial integrity and welcomes the restoration of the integrity of Mauritius, which supports Ukraine.

The trend of inhaling toxic fumes from household products is spreading abroad, but no such cases have been registered in Ukraine. The National Police provides parents with advice on child safety on the Internet.

The OGP opened 38 criminal proceedings regarding the executions of Ukrainian prisoners of war. Six russian servicemen were notified of suspicion, two have already been convicted.

British scientists have found that COVID-19 can cause cognitive impairment equivalent to 20 years of natural brain aging. The study found markers of brain damage and reduced cortical volume in patients.

Artur Gerasymov bought an estate in Pluty near Kyiv in July 2022. Experts estimate the real value of the property at $2-2.5 million, but the declaration shows less than UAH 3 million.

The Government of Ukraine has allocated UAH 2 billion for free meals for pupils in grades 1-4 starting in October 2024. The funds will be transferred to local communities as a subvention to provide hot lunches to all primary school children.

The OGP reports 93 executions of Ukrainian soldiers by Russians on the battlefield. 80% of these cases occurred in 2024, which indicates a significant deterioration in the occupiers' attitude toward prisoners.

The Ministry of Agrarian Policy has announced the actual completion of the harvest in Ukraine. The company harvested 37.3 million tons of grains, 15.8 million tons of oilseeds and 3.5 million tons of sugar beet from an area of 15.8 million hectares.

The head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Yermak had a phone conversation with US Presidential Advisor Sullivan. They discussed preparations for the Ramstein meeting, Zelenskyy's visit to the United States, and increased security assistance to Ukraine.

The Prosecutor General's Office has preliminarily identified 16 Ukrainian servicemen shot by Russians in the Pokrovsk sector. A war crime investigation is underway to verify the involvement of a Russian Armed Forces unit.

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.