Stories from Kyiv · Ukraine

A new state aid card, known as Diakarta, has been launched in Ukraine to facilitate government payments. The card allows users to receive all state benefits on a single multi-purpose card. It features both general spending funds and specialized funds restricted to specific program requirements. Users can spend general funds freely, while specialized funds are strictly for designated purposes. If a purchase exceeds the remaining balance of the aid, the card's functionality is limited to the available amount. The Ukrainian government has launched a new hotline, 1545, for citizens to submit complaints or leave applications.

National Police conducted over 40 searches targeting officials of the Tax Revenue Commission (TRC). The operation is part of an investigation into suspected illicit enrichment.

Fifty Ukrainian deputies are currently under scrutiny for illicit enrichment. This number has increased from 42 or 43 deputies previously suspected. The investigation involves the review of their declarations. Serhiy Kuzmin, a member of the Verkhovna Rada, is facing suspicions of illicit enrichment. The investigation reportedly involves his brother and may be linked to pharmaceutical products in the Zhytomyr region. The long-term prospects for the investigation remain uncertain according to the broadcast. An investigation is underway regarding a Ukrainian deputy who allegedly attracted dozens of people to an illicit scheme. The source stated that nearly 50 individuals were brought in through this specific scheme. A deputy in Ukraine is facing an investigation into illicit enrichment.

The head of the secretariat of the coordination headquarters for military issues stated that one hour of stay under certain conditions will be counted toward the period required to obtain EU residency. The remarks were made during an interview with Ukrinform.

At least four people have died in the city of Kyiv, located in eastern Ukraine. A person died at Kyiv's Politekhnichnyi Instytut metro station after suffering a heart attack and falling face down. Passers-by, including trainer Natalia Boyko, provided first aid. The Metro company reacted to the incident by announcing the deployment of defibrillators.

At least four people were killed in the city of Kyiv, located in eastern Ukraine. Russian strikes have resulted in the deaths of four Ukrainians.

The current Prosecutor General of Ukraine, Kravchenko, is accused of having previously served as a regional administration head and legalizing a crime in the Marhelivsky forest. The source claims that graves of heroes are currently located in a swamp due to these actions.

Oleksiy Chernyshov is suspected in connection with the MIDAS investigation involving Wei Yuejiang. Oleksiy Chernyshov is also suspected within the MIDAS framework, according to Radio NV.

Ukrainian energy supplier DTEK announced that 80 percent of its heat supply capacities have been damaged. The company did not disclose how much has been repaired or what will be restored before the upcoming winter.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived in the West. President Zelenskyy has arrived in Yaroslavl for the European Political Union summit.