Tag: #Ukraine

Zelensky confirms strike on a key Moscow oil refinery: what is known about the massive drone and 'Flamingo' missile attack on the night of September 20

Politics 09/20/2026, 23:26

Zelensky confirmed the destruction of a key Moscow oil refinery and a logistics facility during a massive nighttime drone and 'Flamingo' missile attack. Russia claims to have shot down hundreds of UAVs, while Kyiv reports a direct hit on oil refining infrastructure.

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When a taxi has the right to refuse a ride: The State Consumer Protection Service names the legal grounds

Economy 09/20/2026, 22:49

The State Consumer Protection Service explained when a taxi driver is lawfully entitled to refuse a ride: the key grounds are the passenger's condition and the nature of their behavior. Rules for transporting luggage and animals have also been established.

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From the ring to the glass factory, from the court to the padel club: how Usyk, Svitolina and other Ukrainian stars are building business empires

Economy 09/20/2026, 22:14

Usyk owns a glass factory, Svitolina opened a padel club on Podil, Klopotenko launched a Ukrainian cuisine delivery service, and Denysenko — a jewellery brand. We break down the business empires of Ukrainian stars.

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Verkhovna Rada Allows Renting Houses and Dormitories for One Hryvnia to Resettle Internally Displaced Persons

Politics 09/20/2026, 21:40

On September 17, 2026, the Verkhovna Rada adopted a law allowing houses and dormitories to be rented for one hryvnia to resettle internally displaced persons. The document resolves a legal contradiction and is in effect until the beginning of 2028.

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“Women fight and they do it hard”: Vita Horobets — on the new season, the golden double, and finding challenges at 30

Sports 09/20/2026, 21:32

Vita Horobets, Ukrainian champion with Budyivnyk, gave a blitz interview to Sport RBC.UA ahead of the start of the 2026/2027 season, talking about the search for new challenges, the intensity of women's basketball, and her path from Tim-SKUF to the golden double.

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PFU clarified the rules for granting a housing subsidy for heating: who is eligible for assistance and who is not

Economy 09/20/2026, 20:45

The Pension Fund of Ukraine explained which housing and utility services are covered by the subsidy and under what conditions separate assistance for heating, including stove heating, is granted.

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Night drone attack on Moscow and the region: Sobyanin claims 30 UAVs destroyed, warehouses on fire in Sofyino

Politics 09/20/2026, 20:25

On the night of September 20, a massive drone attack passed over Moscow and the region: Sobyanin claimed the destruction of 30 UAVs, warehouses are on fire in Sofyino, including facilities of the shoe chain “Kari”.

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Kosiak-Kamysz in the Sejm: 'You Speak with the Same Voice as Russia' — Polish Defense Minister's Sharp Response to the Opposition

Politics 09/20/2026, 20:09

Polish Defense Minister Kosiak-Kamysz accused the opposition in the Sejm of their criticism of military aid to Ukraine serving Russia's security strategy, calling the incidents near the border 'planned aggression against NATO states.'

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Verkhovna Rada denies rumors of 26-day “holidays”: parliament says work has not stopped

Politics 09/20/2026, 19:49

The Verkhovna Rada’s press service denied rumors of 26-day “holidays,” stating that from 17 September to 13 October deputies continue working in committees and working groups. Some media present the pause in plenary sessions as a break amid a crisis.

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"The reactive interceptor works": Ukraine shows the downing of a "Geran-5" by an interceptor drone

Politics 09/20/2026, 19:42

Ukrainian President's adviser Serhiy Beskrystnov confirmed that a Ukrainian reactive interceptor drone shot down a Russian "Geran-5," publishing a frame captured one second before the strike.

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Canada Discusses Joining the EU's €90 Billion Loan Program for Ukraine: What It Means for Kyiv

Politics 09/20/2026, 19:31

Canada is holding technical consultations with the EU on joining the €90 billion loan program for Ukraine. With Ottawa's participation, Kyiv will be able to purchase weapons from Canadian manufacturers without the "Made in Europe" restriction.

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Barely perceptible earthquake recorded in Khmelnytskyi region: epicenter in Kamianets-Podilskyi district

Incidents 09/20/2026, 18:49

On the evening of September 19, a barely perceptible earthquake was recorded in Kamianets-Podilskyi district of Khmelnytskyi region. This is already the fourth such case in Ukraine in a month; there is no threat to the population.

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Olejnikova Donated 2.4 Million Hryvnias in Prize Money from US Open-2026 to the 'Splakh' Battalion

Sports 09/20/2026, 18:42

Oleksandra Olejnikova (41st in the WTA rankings) donated 2.4 million hryvnias in prize money from US Open-2026 to the 'Splakh' UAV battalion of the 28th Brigade: 2 million for equipment and 400,000 for a Mercedes minivan.

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US and EU Agree on Nearly $6 Billion to Strengthen Ukraine's Air Defense

Politics 09/20/2026, 18:19

Ukraine's Ministry of Defense reported that the US and EU have agreed to provide nearly $6 billion for the procurement and modernization of air defense systems. The American share is $2.68 billion, and the European share is 3 billion euros under the Ukraine Support Loan.

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SBU shoots down jet-powered drone for the second time in a day with Ukrainian interceptor: target was a 'Geran-5'

Politics 09/20/2026, 17:41

The SBU shot down a jet-powered drone with a domestic interceptor for the second time within 24 hours — this time the target was the Russian 'Geran-5', Zelenskyy announced after a report from SBU head Poklad.

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Russian FPV drone strikes a civilian car in Shostka district: four people killed

Incidents 09/20/2026, 16:54

In the Shostka district of Sumy Oblast, a Russian FPV drone struck a civilian car. Four people were killed, including a married couple. This was announced by Oleh Hryhorov, head of the Sumy Regional Military Administration.

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Operation 'Black Bird': 422nd LUFTWAFFE Regiment Destroyed the Occupiers' Power Supply on the Southern Axis

Incidents 09/20/2026, 16:22

The 422nd Unmanned Systems Regiment LUFTWAFFE completed the "Black Bird" operation on the southern axis: the main power supply sources of the Russian troops were hit, and no civilians were harmed.

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15 Ukrainians Returned from Occupied Territories: 96-Year-Old Grandmother from Zheleznyi Port Was Helped Escape by Her Brother-in-Law on an Ilizarov Apparatus

Politics 09/20/2026, 15:34

The Ombudsman of the Verkhovna Rada for Human Rights, Dmytro Lubinets, reported the return of 15 Ukrainians from occupied territories, including a 96-year-old resident of Zheleznyi Port and a 74-year-old resident of Kherson who suffered a stroke.

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