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Putin Cynically Threatens World with Continued Conflicts and Blames West for UN Imbalance

Politics 10/01/2026, 18:57

Vladimir Putin at the Valdai Club meeting cynically threatened the world with continued conflicts, blaming Western countries for the UN imbalance.

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More than Intercession: The OCU Reminds of the Most Important Days of October in the Church Calendar

Politics 10/01/2026, 18:52

The Orthodox Church of Ukraine reminded believers of key memorable dates in October 2026, including the Intercession of the Theotokos, feast days of the apostles, Nestor the Chronicler, and Ataman Petro Kalnyshevsky.

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Killed in Action: Petition Asks to Posthumously Award Mykola Karpyuk the Title of Hero of Ukraine

Politics 10/01/2026, 18:14

A petition has been registered on the website of the President of Ukraine urging to posthumously confer the title of Hero of Ukraine upon prominent civic figure and former political prisoner Mykola Karpyuk, who was killed in action.

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Arson and Sabotage: NATO Secretary General Warns Europe of a New Wave of Russian Hybrid Attacks

Politics 10/01/2026, 17:40

The NATO Secretary General warned Europe of systematic sabotage and hybrid attacks by Russia, urging allies to remain calm and continue supporting Ukraine.

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September in Kyiv Breaks Temperature Records: Anomalous Warmth and Prolonged Summer

Politics 10/01/2026, 17:36

September in Kyiv turned out to be anomalously warm: the average monthly temperature exceeded the norm by 1.4 degrees, and meteorological autumn arrived five days later than usual.

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Warm days and night frosts: what the weather will be like in Ukraine on October 2

Politics 10/01/2026, 17:20

On October 2, the weather in Ukraine will be dry and comfortable during the day with temperatures up to +19°C, but night frosts down to -3°C are expected due to a large anticyclone.

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First Frosts to Hit Ukraine: Meteorologists Name Exact Date of Cold Snap

Politics 10/01/2026, 16:52

First frosts will hit Ukraine: forecasters and the SES warn of temperatures dropping to -3 degrees on the night of October 2-3, 2026.

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"We are sincerely sorry." Syndicate brand pulls controversial war-themed T-shirt from sale

Politics 10/01/2026, 16:46

Kyiv brand Syndicate stopped selling the scandalous "Sorry, It's My First War" T-shirt after a wave of online hate and accusations of war monetization.

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Russia Announces Expulsion of Hungarian Diplomats in Response to Budapest Actions

Politics 10/01/2026, 16:40

Russia announced the expulsion of Hungarian diplomats in response to Budapest's similar step taken on September 8. Hungarian diplomats must leave Russia within two weeks.

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"They Are Always With Us": HUR Special Unit "Artan" Honored Fallen Brothers-in-Arms

Politics 10/01/2026, 16:22

The HUR MOU special unit "Artan" honored the memory of fallen brothers-in-arms, noting that the fallen warriors continue to live on through the actions and decisions of their fellow soldiers.

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20 Billion Euros for Defense Projects: EU Prepares Major Decision on Ukraine

Politics 10/01/2026, 16:20

The European Commission is preparing a 20 billion euro defense project contest under the SAFE program involving Ukraine, while Kyiv faces a 23 billion euro budget deficit.

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Iran Intensively Prepares for US Attack Resumption, Negotiations Are Futile - Reuters

Politics 10/01/2026, 16:03

Iran is preparing a massive response to potential US strikes as negotiations have deadlocked and diplomatic prospects are viewed with skepticism.

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Where Displaced Persons Arrive: Communities in Which Ukrainian Regions Received the Most IDPs

Politics 10/01/2026, 16:00

Ukraine has about 4.6 million IDPs, but some data needs updating. The government is developing a Single Route to coordinate evacuation, housing, and jobs.

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Kyiv Introduces Special Bonuses for Medics Responding to Russian Attacks

Politics 10/01/2026, 15:33

The Kyiv City Council is introducing special bonuses for emergency medical workers responding to Russian shelling sites. Mayor Vitali Klitschko announced the extra payments.

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Zelenskyy orders audit of partner agreements on F-16s and air defense missiles

Politics 10/01/2026, 15:11

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has initiated an urgent audit of international agreements concerning air defense missiles and F-16 ammunition supplies.

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Trump Explains Refusal to Supply Powerful Ammunition to Ukraine Due to Technical Limits

Politics 10/01/2026, 15:09

US President Donald Trump stated that Washington refused to transfer powerful ammunition to Ukraine due to the lack of equipment for launching them.

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Theoretical Traffic Rules Exam Now Available in English: МВД Conditions

Politics 10/01/2026, 14:45

Foreigners in Ukraine can now take the theoretical driving rules exam in English. The MIA has expanded testing options for non-residents without changing other procedural conditions.

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Dangerous path: Indian authorities urge citizens not to join Russian army

Politics 10/01/2026, 14:28

The Indian government urged citizens to avoid trips to Russia for military participation, warning of mortal danger amid a large-scale recruitment campaign.

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