Ukraine
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.
In the Donetsk region, the Russian military executed 16 captured Ukrainian soldiers. The Office of the Prosecutor General has launched an investigation into this war crime for violating the laws and customs of war.
The President announced a significant increase in weapons production in Ukraine. In particular, 4 million drones can be produced annually and up to 20 Bohdan self-propelled artillery systems per month, and a new ballistic missile has been successfully tested.
The President of Ukraine discussed with the Prime Minister the financial situation and the acceleration of decisions on the use of Russian assets. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of ensuring justice for Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine has begun producing 155mm shells, long-range and maritime drones. It is also developing a missile program and creating a base for the use of Western armored vehicles.
Since the beginning of 2024, the number of deportations from Germany to Russia has increased to 32 people. This is a significant increase compared to the 7 deportations in 2023, although still less than the 280 deportations in 2021.
A spokesperson for the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine reported a decrease in the activity of Russian subversive and reconnaissance groups on the territory of Ukraine. However, the enemy's subversive activities continue, including attempts to mine certain areas.
Andriy Sybiga met with Andrzej Duda in Warsaw during his working visit to Poland. The politicians held one-on-one talks.
Georgia has begun to compile a list of “foreign agent” organizations. The list includes the Youth Organization of Ukrainians in Georgia - Svitanok, which helps Ukrainian refugees integrate in the country.
The Head of Odesa RMA met with Italian parliamentarians. They discussed assistance to hospitals, reconstruction of irrigation systems and restoration of cultural heritage sites in the region.
The Heavenly Watch memorial sculpture in honor of the fallen Heroes of the 10th Mobile Border Guard Detachment was unveiled in the Darnytsia district of Kyiv. The memorial was created in the new Heroes of the Border Guard Park with the support of patrons.
The veteran policy of Ukrzaliznytsia JSC clearly defines all the procedures that HR specialists must follow when hiring veterans and returning them to work.
NPC Ukrenergo has announced that there are no plans to apply blackout schedules in Ukraine on October 2. The power company asks Ukrainians to shift their consumption to the period from 10:00 to 16:00 as much as possible.