The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 1941/USD, which devalued the hryvnia by two kopecks. Different exchange rates were recorded in banks, exchange offices, and on the interbank market.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy instructed a working group led by Andriy Yermak to prepare a draft annual address to the Verkhovna Rada on the internal and external situation of Ukraine. The document must be submitted for consideration by December 1, 2025.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 184 combat engagements over the past day, with over a third occurring on the Pokrovsk direction. The enemy was also active on the Novopavlivka and Lyman directions, launching missile and air strikes.
In the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, an increase in the rate of issuing summonses to the Russian armed forces at checkpoints is being recorded. In Zaporizhzhia, men aged 18-30 are massively handed summonses, forcing them to undergo medical examinations.
On September 17, Russian troops lost 930 soldiers and 33 artillery systems. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 18.09.25 amount to 1,098,380 personnel.
On September 18, cloudy weather with clearings is expected in Ukraine. Significant rains and thunderstorms will occur in Kherson, Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Donetsk regions.
Russian officials, likely with Putin's approval, dismissed Dmitry Kozak from his position as deputy head of the presidential administration. This happened after years of Kozak's disagreement with the policy regarding the war in Ukraine, including his opposition to the invasion and proposals for peace negotiations.
The 19th EU sanctions package against Russia could be presented as early as this week. It will include oil companies, banks, payment systems, and over 100 tankers.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine has detailed the process of repatriating the bodies of fallen defenders, which includes their return, identification, and a dignified farewell. This procedure is complex and lengthy, but extremely important for the families of the deceased.
Ukraine received 100 additional permits for cargo transportation from Azerbaijan and 300 from Bosnia and Herzegovina. These permits will allow carriers to perform more trips and expand their business.
Prime Minister of Ukraine Yulia Svyrydenko met in Kyiv with the President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola. The parties discussed Ukraine's progress towards EU membership and the safety of Ukrainian children, as well as the opening of a European Parliament representative office in Kyiv.
Since the beginning of September 17, 155 combat engagements have been recorded on the front line. Russian troops launched 1 missile strike, 67 air strikes, and used 1876 kamikaze drones.
King Charles III of Great Britain called for support for Ukraine at a banquet for US President Donald Trump. He emphasized the unity of allies against tyranny in Europe.
On September 17, the first matches of the Ukrainian Cup Round of 16 took place. "LNZ" defeated "Metalist", and "Kryvbas" was eliminated from the tournament due to a violation of regulations, despite winning against FC "Chernihiv".
Polish prosecutors have charged a 32-year-old man with seriously injuring a Romanian citizen during a shooting in Wroclaw on March 15. The attacker shot the victim in the head and beat him, believing he was Ukrainian.
A 31-year-old employee of the TCC and SP in Ternopil, while intoxicated, caused a mass road accident in which police cars, a truck, and an Audi were damaged. The issue of bringing him to administrative and criminal responsibility is being decided.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy appointed Yuriy Barabash as a judge of the Constitutional Court of Ukraine. Barabash is the vice-rector of the Yaroslav Mudryi National Law University and received 6 votes during the selection of candidates for the Constitutional Court.
Refusal to obey orders leads to transfer to the infantry, which has already resulted in the deaths of three servicemen.
The device will be seized and sent for examination, the pre-trial investigation is ongoing.
Favbet company has signed a title partnership agreement with the Odesa hockey club "Storm", which won the Ukrainian Cup 2024. This partnership will contribute to the development of the club's infrastructure and media recognition.
The corresponding mark and specialty code in the "Reserve+" mobile application are not grounds for a fine or other restrictions.
Funds received from the UN World Food Programme will be used to improve the quality of hot meals and finance primary school students.
During the celebration of the Jewish New Year in Uman, the sale of alcohol, pyrotechnics, knives, and pneumatic weapons is prohibited. Patrol officers monitor law and order around the clock, checking individuals and vehicles.
The National Bank of Ukraine will gradually withdraw 10 kopeck coins from circulation starting October 1, 2025. This decision will reduce state expenditures, and the coins will remain a means of payment.
The Cabinet of Ministers allocated over UAH 6. 2 billion for teachers' allowances for unfavorable working conditions in September-December 2025. The funds will be received by 409,241 teachers.
The Cabinet of Ministers extended the experimental project for distributing liquefied gas as humanitarian aid until May 1, 2026. Zaporizhzhia Oblast was also included in the project.
The defendants have been charged with official negligence, embezzlement, and official forgery.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia will continue its attacks on Ukraine's energy and railway facilities. At the same time, Ukrainian special operations on enemy territory are disrupting Russia's logistical plans as it prepares for the heating season.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee on Budget heard a presentation from the Ministry of Finance regarding the draft State Budget of Ukraine for 2026. The Budget will be presented to the Rada on September 19, after which deputies will submit amendments until October 1.
The President of Ukraine emphasized that Ukraine's main goal is to end the war. In addition, according to the Head of State, if the hostilities drag on, "Plan B" provides for annual funding of $120 billion.
