The All-Ukrainian radio dictation of national unity will be held on October 25 on the occasion of the Day of Ukrainian Writing and Language. It will be broadcast on all Public Broadcasting platforms, and the author and reader of the text will be announced later.
The Orlivka ferry crossing point resumed operations after Russia attacked the port and border infrastructure of Odesa region.
The occupiers have intensified checks of men in Luhansk region due to the fall conscription in the Russian Armed Forces. They stop vehicles on the highways, demanding a military ID with an updated registration mark.
The absence of almost UAH 2. 6 million in the declaration of one of the country's top tax officials, Sokur, may be a reason for an investigation by the NACP, the lawyer believes.
The President of Ukraine discussed expanding cooperation to strengthen the defense sector at the second International Defense Industries Forum. The event brought together more than 30 countries and nearly 300 companies.
U. S. Deputy Treasury Secretary Brent Nieman criticized the IMF's work. He called for more transparency, tougher analysis, and changes in the voting of the Fund's shareholders.
According to the UN, 589 civilians were killed and 2,685 injured in Ukraine this summer. This is 45% more than in the spring due to intense fighting and attacks on cities.
Oleg Kiper discussed the situation in Odesa region with Michael McFaul.
Samantha Power, USAID Administrator, made her third visit to Kyiv since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion. She expressed her admiration for the resilience of the Ukrainian people and her willingness to discuss further support for Ukraine.
Average wages for women are growing.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed First Deputy Minister of Defense Ivan Havryliuk to the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff. The decision was made based on a proposal from the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine.
A fire broke out in Izmail district of Odesa region as a result of an enemy attack. Rescuers promptly extinguished the fire, and two victims were taken to the hospital.
On the night of October 2, 2024, Russia attacked Ukraine with 32 Shahed drones. The defense forces shot down 11 UAVs, 4 returned to Russia, and 10 were lost due to electronic warfare measures in the northern and central regions.
The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 2476 UAH/USD, which devalued the hryvnia by 3 kopecks. The dollar can be bought for UAH 41.55 and sold for UAH 41.06 in banks, while the euro can be bought for UAH 46.45 and sold for UAH 45.90.
Ukrposhta has decided not to raise delivery tariffs until the end of 2024, supporting businesses and consumers. The company is also working to improve the quality of its services by introducing automated sorting and a new mobile app.
Over the last day, 155 combat engagements took place in the frontline, most of them in the Kupyansk, Pokrovsk and Kurakhove sectors. The enemy launched 2 missile and 68 air strikes, firing over 3,810 times at Ukrainian positions.
Dry weather is expected in Ukraine on October 2, with temperatures ranging from 6-11° at night to 16-21° during the day. In the east and southeast, it will be up to 25°, while in the western regions it will be cooler with possible frosts.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine released data on the losses of the invaders over the day. The enemy lost 1130 soldiers, 4 tanks, 32 armored vehicles and other equipment. The total losses of the occupiers since the beginning of the war have reached 655,560 people.
The mayor of Odesa has announced that a new group of utility workers will be sent to build fortifications in eastern Ukraine. They will replace their colleagues who have been working there for a month; two of the previous group remained in place.
The Ukrainian wrestling team won 21 awards at an international tournament in Croatia. The women's team took first place in the overall standings, and the Greco-Roman wrestling team took second.
The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reports 110 combat engagements per day. The most intense enemy attacks are in the Pokrovsk sector, where 22 assault operations took place. Fighting continues at the Kupyansk, Lyman and other directions.
The MFA and the GUR successfully evacuated 179 people from Lebanon, including 134 Ukrainians. This is the third evacuation mission, and a total of 234 people have been returned, 189 of whom are Ukrainian citizens.
Andriy Sybiga met with President of Poland Andrzej Duda in Warsaw. They discussed Ukraine's priority defense needs.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine opposed the forced mobilization of Ukrainians in the temporarily occupied territories as part of russia's “autumn draft. ” The Ministry recalled the violation of international law by the occupiers.
President Zelenskyy reports successful flight tests of a new Ukrainian ballistic missile. Ukraine has significantly increased production of munitions and drones, including a new long-range drone missile, the Palyanytsia.
The military of the 72nd Brigade denied the complete capture of Vuhledar. They reported that part of the city is still under the control of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, although the larger area is occupied by enemy forces.
The Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine met with Counselor to the Government of Sweden Henrik Landerholm. The issues of defense cooperation and energy support for Ukraine before the winter period were discussed.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Youth and Sports of Ukraine condemned the statements of the IOC Vice President about the possible return of Russia to international sports. They emphasized the unacceptability of such proposals due to Russia's ongoing aggression against Ukraine.
Dmytro Lubinets sent letters to international organizations regarding the alleged shooting of 16 Ukrainian prisoners of war in the Pokrovsk sector by Russians. The Ombudsman emphasized the systematic nature of such crimes and called for bringing the perpetrators to justice.
President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine is on its way to becoming a leader in the European defense industry. He emphasized that the country can create the best weapons and will become a global security donor.
