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Cooling is coming to Ukraine, but without severe frosts: up-to-date forecast from meteorologists

Politics 10/09/2026, 17:30

A gradual cooling with rains and moderate temperature fluctuations is expected in Ukraine, but meteorologists do not forecast severe frosts yet.

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Reasons behind water supply disruptions in Kyiv: KMDA explanation

Politics 10/09/2026, 17:21

KMDA explained the reasons for water supply disruptions in Kyiv amidst power outages. The city lacks powerful power plants despite installing hundreds of generators.

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Oleksandr Sukhanov Openly Shared Details About Working on the 'Govorit Ukraina' Show and Conflicts with Priests

Politics 10/09/2026, 17:19

Renowned TV host Oleksandr Sukhanov spoke about the hard work on the 'Govorit Ukraina' show, thoughts of leaving, and disagreements with priests over same-sex relationships.

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Kyiv's Winter Preparations to Resume: Government Partially Unlocks City Funds

Politics 10/09/2026, 17:00

The government has partially unfrozen Kyiv's treasury accounts, allowing the city to resume engineering network preparations and Energy Resilience Plan projects for winter.

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Up to 18 hours without power: expert names mild and worst-case scenarios for Kyiv in winter

Politics 10/09/2026, 16:56

This winter Kyiv could face mild power cuts of 4-6 hours or a worst-case scenario of up to 18 hours without electricity and potential heating issues.

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Trump Gives Instructions to Witkoff and Kushner Ahead of Meeting with Ukrainian Delegation

Politics 10/09/2026, 16:54

Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner presented a draft peace plan to Donald Trump ahead of their meeting with the Ukrainian delegation in Miami scheduled for October 9-10.

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Germany Considers Travel Restrictions to Russia Over Plague Threat in Siberia

Politics 10/09/2026, 16:47

Germany demands explanations from Russia following a researcher's death at an Irkutsk plague lab and does not rule out strict travel restrictions.

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Kremlin Announces Upcoming Phone Call Between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump

Politics 10/09/2026, 16:17

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov announced a possible telephone conversation between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump and confirmed plans for US negotiators to visit Moscow.

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Acquaintance Starts with Stories: 30 Cats and Dogs Look for Families Online via AdoptMe Days

Politics 10/09/2026, 16:14

In October and November, 30 cats and dogs from Ukrainian shelters are looking for families via social media as part of the online project AdoptMe Days.

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Three Districts of Kyiv Deploy "Invincibility Points" Amid Critical Power Situation

Politics 10/09/2026, 16:04

Obolon, Podil, and Sviatoshyn districts of Kyiv are urgently deploying additional invincibility points due to severe power outages.

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Ukraine to Receive Urgent Military Aid Worth One Million Euros from Finland

Politics 10/09/2026, 15:36

Finland has approved the 35th package of urgent military aid to Ukraine worth approximately 1 million euros from its defense stockpiles.

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"To Break the Deadlock": Witkoff and Kushner to Discuss New Peace Plan with Ukraine

Politics 10/09/2026, 15:35

The Ukrainian delegation, led by top officials, is discussing a new peace plan in the US with special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to end the war.

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Data Leak and National Security Threat: Why the US Senate is Investigating Trump Mobile

Politics 10/09/2026, 15:33

The US Senate launched an investigation into mobile operator Trump Mobile due to a data leak affecting thousands of clients, operating without FCC licenses, and national security threats.

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Pantsir-S1, Drone Launch Sites, and Refineries: Ukrainian Forces Strike Key Russian Assets

Politics 10/09/2026, 14:33

On the night of October 9, Ukrainian Defense Forces struck a Pantsir-S1 system in Krasnodar Krai, ammunition depots, drone bases, and refineries deep inside Russia.

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Odesa Veterans Report Corruption Schemes in City Hall: What is Known

Politics 10/09/2026, 13:57

Odesa veterans accused the city hall leadership of corruption schemes and handed over materials to law enforcement. Shelter procurements and land contracts are under investigation.

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Power Outages to Be More Frequent: Ukraine Tightens Restriction Schedules for October 9

Politics 10/09/2026, 13:36

Ukraine tightened electricity outage schedules to 2.5 stages on October 9 due to rising consumption and attack consequences. Emergency shutdowns are introduced in Kyiv.

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Zelenskyy Announces Energy Crisis and Failure of Plans by Kyiv Authorities

Politics 10/09/2026, 13:35

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported heavy power grid damage from strikes and criticized Kyiv authorities for failing to implement preparedness plans.

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Defense Forces Strike Rocket Fuel Production Facilities in Russia

Politics 10/09/2026, 12:59

On the night of October 9, Ukrainian Defense Forces struck three MIC facilities in Russia, including the Barmin Institute, Redkinsky Plant, and an ICBM liquidation center.

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