Ukrainian border guards discovered a fossilized skeleton of a marine reptile, approximately 200 million years old, in the possession of a man transporting it from France. The find has been handed over for expert examination to determine its value.
During the 36th week of 2025, 14,414 new cases of COVID-19 were registered in Ukraine, which is 32. 3% more than the previous week. Also, 21 fatal cases were detected.
A 14-year-old girl, separated from her mother for over three and a half years, has been returned from Russian occupation. Her grandfather was threatened with institutionalization of his granddaughter for attempting to send her to her mother.
Global gold prices rose to a record level, exceeding $3650 per ounce. This happened amid expectations of a US Federal Reserve interest rate cut and increased demand for "safe-haven assets" due to political turmoil worldwide.
DPRK leader Kim Jong Un personally observed the test of a solid-fuel rocket engine, which will form the basis of the Hwasong-20 ICBM. This is the ninth and final test of the engine, made from carbon fiber composites.
In Penza, Russia, two main gas pipeline pipes and two regional gas pipeline pipes were damaged as a result of a series of incidents.
In August 2025, over 7,900 electric vehicles were added in Ukraine, which is 13% more than in July. Passenger cars predominated, a significant portion of which were used.
The company lost millions of hryvnias, but promises to return the drugs to pharmacies in the autumn.
Ukraine may be left without sufficient air defense systems due to irregular supplies from the US, which coincided with intensified Russian airstrikes. Western and Ukrainian officials are sounding the alarm as ammunition stocks are depleting faster than they are being replenished.
The expert spoke about the current state of the real estate market in Ukraine. The most affordable apartments are now in large cities of the East and Center, Lviv remains the most expensive.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine changed the procedure for reserving conscripts, prioritizing manufacturers of unmanned systems, weapons, and ammunition under state contracts. The Ministry of Defense became the sole specialized body, and reservation was extended to territories preserving the operation of state resources.
On the night of September 9, Russian occupiers attacked Ukraine with 84 UAVs of various types. Air defense forces destroyed 60 enemy drones in the north, south, and east of the country.
Russian occupiers and collaborators are actively seizing housing from Ukrainians in the occupied territories.
On September 8, the Russian army lost 950 servicemen and dozens of pieces of equipment. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 09.09.25 amounted to over a million people.
On August 8, Ukraine and the European Commission began screening Ukrainian legislation under the last negotiating chapter in the agriculture cluster. Meetings will continue until September 10 in a hybrid format.
On September 9, warm weather with short-term rains and thunderstorms is expected in Ukraine, especially in the West. Air temperature will range from +18°C to +29°C.
Russians are launching a new program in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine. The invaders will train bloggers and mentors to attract teenagers to pro-Kremlin movements.
The Iskander missile, which Russia used to attack the building of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, contained over 30 foreign parts. Among them were components manufactured in the USA, Japan, Great Britain, and Switzerland.
From October 1, Ukrainians in Poland may receive a fine of 2,000 zlotys for invalid driver's licenses. This is due to the expiration of a special resolution that allowed the use of Ukrainian licenses.
The Kherson City Court заочно (in absentia) found the former head of the Henichesk District Court guilty of treason and collaboration. She was sentenced to life imprisonment with confiscation of property.
The Accounting Chamber has begun an audit of the development of innovations and technologies for defense needs during martial law. Auditors will assess the support of the Ministry of Digital Transformation and the Innovation Development Fund, the report is expected in December 2025.
The Trump administration unilaterally terminated memoranda of understanding, ending cooperation with European countries in combating disinformation from Russia, China, and Iran. This decision has been called "unilateral disarmament" in the information war.
The German concern Rheinmetall will expand military aid to Ukraine by supplying the Armed Forces with Skyranger anti-drone systems. The contract is expected to be signed on September 10 at the DSEI exhibition in London.
Polish President Karol Navrotskyi in Vilnius expressed disagreements with Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda regarding Ukraine's integration into the EU. Navrotskyi holds a moderate position and previously blocked a bill on the rights of Ukrainian refugees.
France and Germany propose that the EU target Lukoil and other players who help Russia sell oil. This is part of the 19th sanctions package, which aims to reduce the Kremlin's oil revenues.
Over the past day, 158 combat engagements took place, the occupiers used 1952 kamikaze drones and carried out 3449 shellings. In the Pokrovsk direction, 137 occupiers and a significant amount of enemy equipment were neutralized.
Finland is convening a special meeting of the OSCE Permanent Council on September 9 at the request of Ukraine. This is a response to Russia's massive attacks and an attempt to increase international pressure.
As a result of an explosion, likely a grenade, in the Kharkiv region, two boys born in 2013 sustained severe injuries to their hands and head. The incident occurred in the Kupyansk district, near the village of Zelenyi Hai.
At Ukrainian Fashion Week, the Andreas Moskin show took place in partnership with the "Live Towards" platform. It featured veterans, military personnel, and civilians with disabilities, symbolizing unity and dignity.
President Zelenskyy held a meeting with Defense Minister Shmyhal. They discussed the "Ramstein" meeting and defined priorities for 2026, including strengthening air defense.
