People's Deputy Fedir Venislavsky explained the purpose of the UAH 200 billion defense reserve in the state budget. The funds will be used to finance the most urgent technological and material needs of defense, and their sources have been agreed upon with the Ministry of Finance and the relevant department.
Raiffeisen Bank International failed to sell a stake in its Russian business as Moscow seeks to maintain a financial bridge with the West. Russian officials fear Western sanctions against the bank if it is sold.
Tesla has officially released an updated Model Y Performance in the US, accepting orders at a starting price of $57,490 before incentives. The new version has an EPA-estimated range of 496 km and accelerates to 96 km/h in 3.3 seconds.
Ukraine is negotiating with the United States on the supply of long-range weapons, but is already inflicting significant losses on the enemy with its own developments. This was confirmed by People's Deputy Fedir Venislavskyi, emphasizing the effectiveness of Ukrainian Deep Strike systems.
American actor Eric Dane, star of the series "Euphoria", was spotted at Washington airport in a motorized wheelchair. He urged fans to "keep the faith" despite the progression of the incurable disease ALS. His wife Rebecca Gayheart spoke about the impact of the disease on their daughters.
Deliveries of Russian oil to India decreased in September amid negotiations with the US, amounting to 1. 61 million barrels per day. This is 16% lower than last year's figures, although Russian oil still accounts for about a third of India's total imports.
Five uninhabited houses in North Carolina, USA, collapsed into the ocean on Tuesday due to hurricanes Humberto and Imelda. There were no casualties, but the coast is littered with debris, which led to the closure of a section of the highway and the suspension of ferry traffic.
Gold prices hit a record high in Asian trading on Wednesday, October 1, amid the US government shutdown. Spot gold reached $2875.53 per ounce, and December futures reached $3903.45 per ounce.
Brent and WTI crude futures rose by 28 and 26 cents respectively after two days of declines. Investors are assessing OPEC+'s plans to increase production and the consequences of the US government shutdown.
The United States government has officially announced a shutdown after Congress and the White House failed to reach an agreement on funding. This is the first time since 2019, leaving approximately 750,000 federal employees without pay.
Finnish President Alexander Stubb said that Donald Trump is ready for decisive action against the Kremlin in response to the war against Ukraine. Stubb called on Ukraine's supporters to be patient and supported the use of frozen Russian assets to finance Kyiv.
The US federal government could shut down at midnight after the Senate failed to support either of two funding plans. Democrats refused to vote for the interim plan due to the need for negotiations on subsidies under the Affordable Care Act.
US Special Envoy Keith Kellogg stated that Putin realizes the impossibility of winning the war. He also supported tougher actions against Russian aircraft and drones violating NATO airspace, citing Turkey as an example.
Chinese shipbuilding company Yangzijiang Shipbuilding canceled contracts for the construction of four MR tankers worth $180 million. The reason was the discovery of the buyer's involvement in schemes to circumvent US sanctions, which was confirmed by Andriy Yermak.
US President Donald Trump said a government shutdown is "likely," blaming Democrats for refusing to back down from their demands. The State Department plans to send most employees on unpaid leave if the federal government shuts down.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting on strengthening sanctions policy, instructing to extend the validity of expiring sanctions and accelerate synchronization with partners. In September, Ukraine imposed sanctions against 166 individuals and 127 legal entities, and also synchronized British sanctions.
The National Bank of Ukraine presented a new circulating commemorative coin with a face value of 10 hryvnias, dedicated to the Unmanned Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. This youngest branch of the military, created in 2024, symbolizes the technological superiority and intelligence of the Ukrainian army.
Federal prosecutors in the US have urged a judge to sentence Sean "Diddy" Combs to more than 11 years in prison. He was found guilty of transporting male prostitutes across state lines for sexual performances.
US President Donald Trump announced his intention to fire senior military commanders if he doesn't like them at a meeting. US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth summoned hundreds of generals and admirals to a meeting without warning.
The Telegraph reports that Europe could create an air defense system over western Ukraine to intercept Russian missiles and drones, with the prospect of extending it to Kyiv. This is a response to the intensification of Russian provocations in Europe, which include drones, aircraft, and cyberattacks.
The European Commission is urging EU countries to provide tax incentives for investment accounts to attract 10 trillion euros of Europeans' savings. This is part of an effort to deepen capital markets and provide companies with opportunities for growth.
From 2022 to 2025, France, Belgium, Spain, and the Netherlands purchased 34. 3 billion euros worth of liquefied natural gas from Russia, while Ukraine received 21.2 billion euros in aid from them. This Greenpeace study highlights that the reduction in pipeline supplies led to an increase in Russian LNG imports.
Hamas negotiators stated that they would conscientiously consider the "peace plan" proposed by US President Donald Trump and provide a response. The plan envisages an immediate ceasefire, an exchange of hostages for prisoners, and the disarmament of Hamas.
From September 23 to September 30, 2025, 154,000 civil servants left US federal agencies, marking the largest outflow of personnel in almost 80 years. This has led to problems in weather forecasting, food safety, healthcare, and space projects, particularly at NASA.
Payment giant Visa has launched a pilot program that will allow businesses to use stablecoins for international settlements, accelerating cross-border payments. This will solve the problems of frozen funds and high fees, integrating the technology into the existing infrastructure.
Former British Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair has become the first appointed member of the new "Peace Council" chaired by Trump. This council will temporarily control the administration of the Gaza Strip if Hamas accepts the American plan to end the war.
US President Donald Trump announced the introduction of new tariffs on imported timber and wood products, including lumber (10%) and kitchen cabinets and upholstered furniture (25%). These measures could lead to higher prices for housing and furniture, and also affect domestic industry and exports.
Director David Lynch's Hollywood Hills home is for sale for $15 million. The approximately 1-hectare estate includes five buildings where Lynch lived and worked for over three decades.
Starting November 1, China's Qingdao port is implementing new rules for oil tankers, banning vessels over 31 years old and those with invalid certificates. These restrictions follow US sanctions against oil carrier Qingdao Port Haiye Dongjiakou Oil for transporting Iranian oil.
China is actively demonstrating its intention to shape the world order, amid the US withdrawal from international organizations. Chinese Premier Li Qiang stated at the UN General Assembly that the country is ready to take responsibility and will bring more positive energy to the world.
