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More than 65% of the capable network of healthcare facilities in Kyiv are already autonomous; they are expected to prepare all 100% by the end of October, but whether they will make it in time - remains an open question.
Russia attacked energy infrastructure and other civilian facilities in 11 regions of Ukraine. The government is awaiting an assessment of the damage and the timeframe for restoration.
The main target of the strike was the energy infrastructure of Kyiv and the region. Five people were killed, including a child, and 14 others were injured.
On the night of September 30, ballistic missiles attacked Kyiv. Fires have been reported, along with strikes on energy facilities and disruptions to water and electricity supplies.
Preferential gas prices for households and heat suppliers will remain unchanged until March 31, 2027. The government is preparing a new tariff policy.
EU gas storage levels have fallen to a record low of 67% ahead of winter. The cold season could push LNG prices to $40 per million BTU.
Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi guaranteed that pensions and the salaries of medical workers and teachers would be paid on time. Non-critical expenditures may be suspended until assistance from partners arrives.
Ukraine is planning a meeting with the United States and Russia in October. They will discuss ending the war, strikes on energy infrastructure, and shipping security.
The Ministry of Education and Science recommends that educational institutions maintain resource reserves, backup power, and shelters ready for use for 48 hours. Schools and universities are switching to adaptive formats.
Experts do not expect a total shortage, but advise keeping a small reserve. UNN explains what container to choose and how long to store fuel.
Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi and U. S. Chargé d’Affaires in Ukraine Paul Houston discussed air defense, weapons production, and protecting the energy sector. They also discussed LNG and risk insurance.
Ukrainian special services obtained Russian documents on winter strikes against heating, water and power generation facilities. Separate plans were prepared for Kyiv, Odesa and Kharkiv.
Consumers will not have to pay for disconnection if the debt is below half the subsistence minimum or if the procedure was violated. The new prices will take effect on October 1, 2026.
Zelenskyy said that new Russian strikes on Ukraine's energy and heating infrastructure would make the winter painful for Russia as well. He called for de-escalation.
Sumy region will receive UAH 107 million to restore a facility that provides heat to nearly 160,000 households. Kherson region will receive UAH 50 million for protection of eight facilities.
Ukraine proposed an energy truce and called for China to be involved in pressuring Russia. Zelenskyy is also asking for Patriot missiles and a trilateral meeting.
The United States will convey to Russia a proposal for a mutual cessation of strikes on energy infrastructure. There were no unilateral demands on Ukraine.
The Parliament of Moldova approved a 60-day state of emergency in the energy and water supply sectors. The decision will enter into force on September 26.
russia may have reduced ballistic missile launches, stockpiling them for winter strikes on energy infrastructure. Ukraine lacks missiles for Patriot.
Russia launched two Tsirkon missiles and 174 drones. Air defenses shot down or suppressed 141 targets, but hits were recorded at 15 locations.
The Carpathian countries have combined around 100 projects into a portfolio worth nearly €40 billion. More than 50 agreements have been prepared for signing.
In the coming weeks, the G7 will discuss energy supplies and strategic reserves. Macron also held talks with French political parties.
Hungary aims to replace Russian gas and diversify oil supplies by October 2027. The Paks nuclear power plant project is also being reviewed.
For most recipients, the subsidy will be recalculated automatically, but certain categories must submit an application by November 30.
The assistance will be paid to households to prepare for the heating season. Applications are accepted in person until October 30.
The National Bank raised the key policy rate to 16% per annum to contain inflation and support hryvnia savings. The decision is effective from September 18.
NMU ordered repairs worth over UAH 420 million from "Green Trading. " Auditors and journalists uncovered possible price inflation and violations.
The NBU raised the key policy rate by 0. 5 percentage points to 16% due to persistent price pressures and war-related risks. Inflation reached 8.1% in August.
Zelenskyy said that meetings in the United States are being prepared on peace, energy, food security, and weapons. Ukraine expects new support packages, including air defense.
Kyiv expects Moscow to provide a list of facilities and details of a possible cessation of strikes on energy infrastructure. The agreement is not currently in effect.