today’s collected reporting — by newsroom and editorial bloc
today’s collected reporting — by newsroom and editorial bloc
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On September 8, 2026, an air alert of yellow level was declared in the Cherkasy, Uman, Zolotonosha, Zvenyhorod, Odesa, and Zaporizhzhia regions due to drone threats.
Hasidim have begun arriving in Ukraine to celebrate the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah. The first pilgrims were spotted in Lutsk, as well as in Chop and Uman, where a large number of visitors are expected. The celebrations will take place from September 11 to 13.
Cherkasy held a farewell ceremony for two defenders of Ukraine — soldiers Yuriy Ryabenko and Serhiy Hordynia. Both were killed while performing combat duties at the front.
On September 8-9, two Russian drones were neutralized in Cherkasy. The explosions in the Nabutiv community damaged windows in ten houses, several roofs, and a power line, but there were no injuries.
On September 9, a road accident in Talyne resulted in the death of a 16-year-old motorcyclist. His passenger, also a teenager, sustained injuries and was hospitalized. Police have initiated a preliminary investigation into the incident.
Explosions were heard in Cherkasy region during air alerts on September 8-10. Air defense forces destroyed three Russian drones, with no injuries reported.
On September 8, Iryna Pletnova ceased to be the mayor of Uman following a decision by the "For the Future" party. This was made possible by a petition signed by local residents, marking the first such case in Ukraine.
Iryna Pletnova was removed from her position as mayor of Uman by the decision of the "For the Future" party congress. This marks the first instance in Ukraine where a mayor was removed at the request of local residents after a petition. Pletnova plans to challenge the decision in court.
Reactive unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have been observed in the Cherkasy region heading towards the settlements of Smiila and Chyhyryn. The Air Forces reported their course, noting that the UAVs were moving from the east and west.
On September 8, two prosecutors, Victoria Dydych and Maksym Shtompel, were dismissed from the Cherkasy regional prosecutor's office. The decision followed the release of NABU recordings related to the "Carthage" operation, in which the prosecutors were implicated.
A combined law enforcement unit has arrived in Uman to ensure safety during the Rosh Hashanah celebrations. The unit includes Ukrainian police, national guards, rescuers, and Israeli police, who will remain in the city until the end of the festivities.
Reactive unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have been detected in the Cherkasy region heading towards Cherkasy, Kyiv region, and other settlements. Reports of increased danger in Cherkasy are linked to the activity of UAVs, including Shaheds. It has been noted that the drones were moving from various directions, including north and east.
As of the morning of September 9, over 15,000 Hasidic pilgrims have registered in Uman for the Rosh Hashanah celebration. The city expects to host a total of 40,000 pilgrims. The festivities will begin on the evening of September 11.
A jet unmanned aerial vehicle was observed moving towards Cherkasy and in Cherkashchyna. The UAV was reported in the direction of the city of Cherkasy, as well as passing Talne and heading towards Tsvitkove.
On September 7, the 'Wings of Dignity' monument was ceremoniously unveiled in Cherkasy, dedicated to the defenders of Ukraine. The monument, featuring four soaring falcons, symbolizes the memory of those who gave their lives for the country's independence. The blessing was conducted by Metropolitan Epiphanius.
