The Kharkiv laboratory, containing extremely dangerous materials, including uranium, has been damaged 74 times. Potential radioactive contamination threatens 640,000 Ukrainians.
Russian drones made of wood and foam broke into Polish airspace, forcing NATO to deploy F-35 fighters, refueling aircraft, and the Patriot system. This revealed an imbalance between cheap weapons and the Alliance's expensive response.
The SBI has opened criminal proceedings regarding a road accident involving a NABU detective. The truck driver sustained severe injuries, including partial leg amputation, while the NABU detective suffered minor injuries.
MHP entered the list of the 30 best employers for veterans in Ukraine according to Forbes. The ranking includes companies that systematically work to support defenders and their families.
The US is urging G7 countries to impose high tariffs on India and China due to their continued purchases of Russian oil. The goal is to pressure Moscow and stop financing Russia's military actions in Ukraine.
Great Britain announced a new package of sanctions against Russia, aimed at the shadow fleet transporting Russian oil, as well as companies and individuals supplying technology and materials for arms production.
Prince Harry arrived in Kyiv by train to see the destruction from the Russian invasion. He will announce new initiatives to support the wounded.
Minister of Education and Science Oksen Lisovyi reported that about 300,000 Ukrainian children abroad continue their education within the Ukrainian education system. Ukraine is doing everything possible for their education under Ukrainian studies programs, re-crediting disciplines acquired in the national education systems of other countries.
SBU counterintelligence detained the abbot of a temple of the Sumy Eparchy of the UOC MP, who collaborated with the Russian military intelligence. He transmitted data to the occupiers about Ukrainian military positions, which could have contributed to the invasion of Russian sabotage and reconnaissance groups.
Russia and Belarus have launched joint military exercises "Zapad-2025" amid escalating tensions with NATO after the incident with Russian drones in Poland. More than 40,000 troops are taking part in the maneuvers, practicing scenarios with nuclear weapons and testing a new missile.
On September 12, 280 passengers departed on direct flights from Uzhhorod to Bratislava, Budapest, and Vienna. This marks the beginning of regular service, which opens up new travel opportunities and integrates Ukrainian infrastructure into the European transport space.
New Zealand lowers the price cap on Russian oil to $47. 6 per barrel. The country also introduced the 32nd package of sanctions against Russian entities involved in cyberattacks against Ukraine.
Ukraine aims to become one of the top three countries in the world in terms of practical implementation of artificial intelligence by 2030. Minister of Digital Transformation Mykhailo Fedorov emphasized the importance of creating beneficial AI that solves real problems.
Mykhailo Fedorov announced a competition for universities to finance 70-80% of the construction of robotic laboratories. This is part of the Brave1 program, for which UAH 2.77 billion has been allocated.
Japan has introduced a new package of sanctions against Russia, freezing the assets of 47 companies and 9 individuals. Exports to 11 organizations have also been banned, and the price cap on Russian oil imports has been lowered.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski arrived in Kyiv. Negotiations are expected on security, Ukraine's Euro-Atlantic integration, and strengthening pressure on Russia.
On the night of September 12, the Defense Forces of Ukraine repelled an attack by enemy drones, shooting down 33 Shahed, Gerbera, and other types of drones. Six attack UAVs were recorded hitting targets in the north, east, and center of the country.
The educational application "Mriya" will remain free for all users, and from October 1, beta testing of the internal currency "mriyky" for schoolchildren will be launched in it. By the end of the year, 2.5-3 thousand schools are planned to be involved in "Mriya", currently there are more than 2 thousand.
Prince Harry made a surprise visit to the capital of Ukraine.
On Thursday, September 11, the Russian army launched 440 attacks on 16 settlements in Zaporizhzhia region. As a result of the shelling, one person was killed in Polohy district.
A bipartisan group of American senators proposes recognizing Russia and Belarus as state sponsors of terrorism. This will happen if the countries do not return more than 19,000 Ukrainian children taken during the war.
DTEK and American Fluence completed the construction of the largest energy storage system (BESS) in Eastern Europe. The project will ensure stable electricity supply to Ukrainians, despite Russian attacks.
On September 12, Ukraine is forecast to have variable cloudiness and moderate rain in places. Significant precipitation is expected in Rivne and Khmelnytsky regions, while Kyiv will be without rain.
At midnight on September 12, Poland completely closed traffic on its border with Belarus due to the "Zapad-2025" military exercises, which, according to Interior Minister Marcin Kierwiński, are clearly directed "against Poland and the European Union. " Resumption of traffic is only possible if the safety of Poles is guaranteed, and this decision is not temporary and will depend on the development of events.
At the DSEI exhibition, the Minister of Defense of Ukraine met with representatives of Saab. The parties agreed on cooperation regarding the supply of radars and strengthening situational awareness in the airspace.
A meeting was held in Kyiv with the Special Representative of the US President, Keith Kellogg. Security guarantees were discussed, as well as the PURL initiative for financing arms procurement.
Almost 10,000 Ukrainian men aged 18–22 left for Poland after the government decree of August 26. Polish border guards recorded their arrival from August 28 to September 3, mainly through Przemyśl and the Volyn region.
Russia is preparing to hold "gubernatorial elections" in occupied Sevastopol, bringing in extras to simulate turnout. Voting will last from September 12 to 14 to conceal low activity.
British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper will arrive in Kyiv for her first foreign visit. She will meet with Zelenskyy and announce a £142 million aid package.
Poland will invest in joint projects with Ukraine for the development of anti-drone technologies and the modernization of air defense systems. This decision was made after an incident involving Russian drones that violated Polish airspace.
