Poland's Minister-Coordinator of Special Services, Tomasz Siemoniak, announced that a house in the village of Wiryki was damaged by a missile fired from a Polish aircraft, not by fragments of a Russian UAV. This occurred during the interception of Russian drones that attacked Polish airspace on September 10.
Chief of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces Valery Gerasimov announced the advance of Russian troops in all directions, including Pokrovsk and Kupyansk. These claims contradict Ukrainian reports, which may indicate a distortion of the real situation on the front.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki expressed support for the deployment of nuclear capabilities in his country, counting on France. He emphasized that Poland should be involved in the nuclear weapons deployment program.
US First Lady Melania Trump arrived in Windsor in a Christian Dior Haute Couture suit, complemented by a purple hat. She violated royal protocol by not curtsying to Kate Middleton and Queen Camilla.
In Pittsburgh, a man in a car crashed into the gates of the FBI building. The incident was classified as a deliberate act of terrorism.
King Charles III and Camilla met Trump and Melania at Windsor Castle. They also spoke with Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales.
Trump's visit to London aims to persuade him to increase support for Ukraine in the war with Russia, particularly through the influence of King Charles and Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
The prosecutor's office will petition for the search and detention of the head of the department of the Education Department of the Dnipro District State Administration, who is accused of embezzling budget funds. The woman did not appear at the court hearing, stating that she was traveling to Turkey for treatment and fearing for her own life.
In Kyiv region, the director of a communal institution demanded 15 thousand dollars for assistance with removal from military registration. The prosecutor's office sent the indictment to court.
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola stated that the EU has mobilized 169 billion euros in aid for Ukraine, including 63 billion for military support. She also noted progress on using frozen Russian assets and increasing investments in Ukraine's defense industry.
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola announced the opening of a permanent representation of the European Parliament in Kyiv during her address to the Verkhovna Rada on September 17. She also emphasized the need for genuine peace for Ukraine and announced the 19th package of sanctions against Russia.
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola addressed the Verkhovna Rada, emphasizing the need for a genuine peace for Ukraine that respects its sovereignty and independence. She also announced the 19th package of sanctions against Russia and a further rejection of Russian energy resources.
The SBU detained two FSB agents who installed 4G cameras to monitor missile and drone attacks and air defense operations. They face life imprisonment for treason.
The European Union plans to spend billions of euros on an "anti-drone wall" using technologies tested in Ukraine after Russian incursions into NATO airspace. This initiative aims to address the vulnerability where NATO relies on expensive technology to intercept cheap drones.
Last month, Ukrainians bought almost 5,100 used cars from the USA, which is 6% more than in July. The average age of these cars is 5.3 years, and 46% of them are electric vehicles.
Misha, a dog who for many years sought shelter from shelling at the Teremky metro station, has been denied entry after a man complained. Animal rights activists are calling on Kyiv residents to stand up for the animal, emphasizing its right to be in a shelter.
Estonia has begun construction of a 40-kilometer anti-tank ditch on its southeastern border with Russia, as part of the Baltic Defense Zone. By the end of 2027, approximately 600 bunkers are also planned to be built to delay enemy forces.
Kharkiv was subjected to a drone attack by Russian troops in the Slobidskyi district. Currently, four people are known to have been injured as a result of the strike.
China has entered the top 10 of the UN's annual innovation ranking for the first time, taking 10th place. This was due to significant investments in research and development, while Germany dropped to 11th place.
Since the beginning of September, over 3,500 drones and almost 190 missiles have been launched at Ukraine. Zelenskyy called for joint protection of the European sky.
Poland's new president, Karol Nawrocki, called on NATO to step up efforts to be ready for war and expressed confidence that the Russian drone attack on Poland on September 10 was directed from Moscow. He supported Donald Trump's call for NATO countries to stop importing Russian oil.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski, during talks in Warsaw with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, stated the need to adhere to the UN Charter and respect Ukraine's sovereignty. He also drew attention to Russia's destabilizing actions and the invasion of Russian drones into Polish airspace.
The Ukrainian delegation has completed screening meetings in Brussels on the negotiating chapter "Agriculture and Rural Development". The European Commission positively assessed the submitted materials, which indicates significant progress made by Ukraine.
Commander of the Finnish Defence Forces, General Janne Jaakkola, stated that they are closely monitoring the "Zapad" exercises of Russia and Belarus. He noted that Russia has resources for other purposes besides the war in Ukraine and warned of possible "unexpected turns" during the maneuvers.
Zhytniy Market in Kyiv has been added to the list of cultural heritage sites, protecting the building from demolition. This decision guarantees the preservation of the market's architectural appearance, while the issue of its sale will be decided by Kyiv City Council deputies.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine stated that the "elections" held by the Russian Federation in the temporarily occupied territory of Ukraine are illegal, and their results are considered null and void. Individuals involved in the organization will be held accountable in accordance with Ukrainian law.
German arms concern Rheinmetall has signed an agreement to acquire the military division of the Lürssen Group shipbuilding group – NVL. The deal, the value of which has not been disclosed, is expected to be completed early next year after antitrust approval.
The European Union is considering tightening restrictions on tourist visas for Russian citizens and imposing restrictions on the movement of Russian diplomats within the bloc.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski announced 100% success of Polish air defense during the Russian drone attack on September 10. Out of 19 UAVs, three or four were shot down, but the drones did not reach their targets and did not cause significant damage.
The Downdetector service is recording outages in Starlink satellite communications worldwide. The disruptions began around seven in the morning.
