Ukraine
On the Day of Defenders of Ukraine, President Zelenskyy emphasized the selflessness of the military in the fight for the Motherland. He thanked every defender for their service and dedication to Ukraine.
The EU diplomat called for Ukraine to be allowed to strike Russian military targets with Western weapons. He emphasized the critical importance of air defense to protect energy infrastructure.
The European Asylum Agency (EUAA) recently released data on asylum trends in the European Union for the first half of 2024.
The Ukrainian Air Force reported shooting down 29 of 32 Russian Shahed attack drones over Ukraine at night. The attack was carried out from the territory of Russia and occupied Crimea, and countermeasures were taken in seven regions of Ukraine.
There were 189 combat engagements in the frontline over the last day. The situation remains the most tense in the Pokrovsk sector, where Ukrainian troops repelled 43 enemy attacks.
Rains are expected in the west and center of Ukraine, and no precipitation in the east. The temperature at night will be 3-17°, during the day 8-25°. In Kyiv, no precipitation, 10-12° at night, 18-20° during the day.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has updated data on the losses of the Russian army in Ukraine. Over the past day, the enemy lost 1,370 soldiers, 44 armored vehicles and 98 drones.
The Pentagon has allocated $6. 9 billion to Boeing for the production of small-diameter bombs. The weapons will be delivered to Ukraine, Japan, and Bulgaria by the end of 2035.
On October 1, Ukraine is holding events to mark the Day of Defenders of Ukraine. A nationwide minute of silence will be held at 9:00 a.m., and traffic will be temporarily stopped on Independence Square and Khreshchatyk in Kyiv.
The US State Department says that Ukraine does not need authorization to strike targets in Russia with its own weapons. The US is considering additional tools to support Ukraine, but does not comment on restrictions on long-range strikes.
Prime Minister Mishustin visited Iran to expand economic cooperation. They discussed investment, trade and signing a strategic agreement at the upcoming BRICS summit.
In Truskavets, two men were producing up to 40 kg of psychotropic drugs per month. Precursors, equipment and drugs were seized during the searches.
There were 159 combat engagements in the frontline. The most intense fighting took place in the Pokrovske, Kupianske, Lyman and Kurakhove sectors, with the enemy launching missile and air strikes and using kamikaze drones.
The United States expressed concern over rumors that Russia may have transferred supersonic Yakhont missiles to the Yemeni Houthis. The US Special Envoy for Yemen called such cooperation “very destabilizing.
A state registrar in Zakarpattia illegally withdrew 4 hectares of land from state ownership, causing UAH 120 million in losses. He faces up to 6 years in prison and a ban on holding certain positions.
The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and Hungary discussed important topics of war and peace. Special attention was paid to cooperation in education and support for the Ukrainian community in Hungary.
An air alert has been declared in the capital and several regions of Ukraine. The Kyiv City State Administration urges residents to immediately go to civil defense shelters.
On October 1, temporary traffic restrictions will be in place in the center of Kyiv due to security measures with the participation of foreign delegations. UDO urges you to take this information into account when moving around the city.
On the anniversary of the illegal “referendums,” G7 ministers reaffirmed their non-recognition of Russia's annexation of Ukrainian regions. They called on Russia to withdraw its troops and promised to continue supporting Ukraine.
NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg says Putin's nuclear threats should not prevent military assistance to Ukraine.
NATO has launched additional AWACS surveillance flights over Romania following the downing of Russian drones. The flights will take place from air bases in Greece and Germany to monitor Russian military activities.
At the meeting, the President of Ukraine discussed the issue of manning brigades, purchasing and supplying weapons. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of putting pressure on Russia and achieving a just peace for Ukraine.
The 5-part Ukrainian mini-series shows the impact of Russian propaganda on everyday life. The project, featuring opinion leaders, demonstrates how disinformation is changing the way Ukrainians think and culture.
President Zelenskyy announced preparations for a special Ramstein meeting. Partners will receive details and arguments to ensure results on the front and in diplomacy.
President Zelenskyy has announced that he is preparing to sign the 27th security agreement for Ukraine. The country has already signed 26 such agreements, the most recent being with Ireland in September of this year.
Tomorrow, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga will visit Poland. The day before, he held talks with his Hungarian counterpart in Budapest to discuss bilateral relations and Ukraine's Euro-Atlantic integration.
Donald Trump spoke about his good relationship with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, which developed after the impeachment case. According to Trump, the Ukrainian president helped him without confirming the accusations of pressure.
A family with three children has been returned from the occupied Donetsk region to the territory controlled by Ukraine. The initiative of the President of Ukraine Bring Kids Back UA helped the family, which had been threatened by the occupiers, to leave safely.
Street lighting is being turned on in Kharkiv in courtyards and on central highways. This became possible due to the lifting of government restrictions, said Mayor Igor Terekhov.
A new recruitment center for the Ukrainian army, the 40th in the country, has opened in Ternopil. The center offers information about the service and assistance in choosing a position in the Defense Forces, without issuing summonses.