Stepan Haftko
Spain has joined the countries threatening to boycott Eurovision-2026 if Israel is allowed to participate. This is the first country from the "Big Five" to put forward such a condition, which could influence the organizers' decision.
The exercises also involve Russia's Oreshnik hypersonic missile, which was tested last year.
The Crimean Prosecutor's Office, together with the SBU, police, and SBI, reported suspicions against more than 50 citizens who voluntarily sided with the occupiers during the annexation of the Crimean Peninsula. Among the suspects are former Ukrainian judges, law enforcement officers, and top officials of the occupation administrations.
The Spartan tanker, sanctioned by the UK and the EU, discharged about 1 million barrels of Russian crude oil at the Indian port of Mundra. This happened despite Adani's ban on blacklisted vessels entering the port.
In August, Ukrainians purchased over 2,400 passenger cars from China, which is 42% more than in the same period last year. Most of them are new electric vehicles, accounting for 88% of the total.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine condemned Lukashenka's meeting with a representative of the Russian occupation administration of Kherson Oblast, calling it a blatant disregard for Ukraine's sovereignty. The Ministry emphasized the illegality of such actions and threatened to strengthen sanctions against the Belarusian regime.
Israeli forces carried out massive strikes on Gaza City, killing and wounding dozens of people. The operation's goal is Hamas infrastructure and the release of hostages, while international diplomats warn of limited time for a peaceful settlement.
On September 14, an explosion occurred in Korostyshiv, Zhytomyr region, killing a 34-year-old resident of Berdychiv. Law enforcement officers detained a 31-year-old local resident who organized the terrorist attack on the orders of Russian special services.
A Yale University report found that Russia is holding abducted Ukrainian children in over 200 locations where they are subjected to military training and "re-education. " Ukrainian authorities estimate the number of deported children at nearly 20,000, of which only a small portion has been returned.
On September 16, gold reached a new record of $3689. 27 per ounce, as investors anticipate a reduction in US Federal Reserve interest rates. This weakens the dollar and makes gold more attractive for investment, with forecasts of further growth to $3700.
The Security Service of Ukraine will conduct large-scale inspections in Lviv from September 16 to 18, involving other law enforcement agencies. The purpose of the measures is to prevent sabotage and increase the safety of citizens in the context of Russian aggression.
The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine showed the "filling" of the Russian drone and spoke about the foreign components used in it.
Two foreigners have been notified of suspicion of recruiting and sexually exploiting children, as well as distributing child pornography. They paid 150-200 euros for involving children from low-income families.
Analysis of data from 168,870 patients disproved previous assumptions about the impact of changing clocks on the incidence of acute myocardial infarctions and treatment outcomes.
Russia has sent more than 34,000 drones and decoys to attack Ukraine this year, nine times more than last year. Moscow has established large-scale production, manufacturing up to 6,000 devices monthly.
Norway has established a large-scale training ground, Camp Jomsborg, in eastern Poland, where Norwegian instructors will train Ukrainian soldiers. This is one of the largest training camps created by Norway, with a training program focused on realistic simulation of combat conditions.
Eurovision organizers have suggested that Israel withdraw from the 2026 contest in Austria or perform under a neutral flag. This is due to boycott threats from several countries over the war in Gaza.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the country's readiness to strike Hamas leaders, including abroad, and took responsibility for the strike on Qatar. The US, represented by Senator Marco Rubio, emphasizes the need to eliminate Hamas to free hostages and rebuild Gaza.
The European Union reminded Trump that it has been gradually phasing out Russian fossil fuels since the beginning of the war, with a clear roadmap. The 19th package of sanctions against Russia is in the final stages of preparation, Brussels said.
After the presentation of the new iPhone 17 lineup, demand for it soared, exceeding orders for last year's iPhone 16. The most popular models were the base model and the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air, while in China, the launch is hampered by eSIM issues.
According to a new OpenAI report, women have become more active in using ChatGPT and have even surpassed men in the number of requests to AI. This indicates the breaking down of gender barriers in access to new technologies.
Great Britain summoned the Russian ambassador over the invasion of Russian drones into the airspace of Poland and Romania. London condemned Russia's actions, stating that any further violations of NATO airspace would be met with force.
Elon Musk spent about $1 billion to acquire Tesla shares, which led to a nearly 6% rise in the electric car manufacturer's securities. Investors reacted positively to this move, seeing it as Musk's faith in the future of the business.
Simon Leviev, known for his fraudulent schemes via Tinder, was detained at Batumi airport. Leviev's lawyers currently do not know the grounds for the arrest.
The Center for Countering Disinformation warns of intensified Russian strikes on energy infrastructure, attempting to use cold and darkness. Despite the threats, the system is working, and international partners are providing support.
Moscow's Basmanny Court sentenced Pussy Riot members in absentia to terms ranging from eight to 13 years in a penal colony. They were accused of spreading "military fakes" and "actions against the authorities," particularly through a music video and an action in Munich.
Poland shows the fastest GDP growth among 26 EU countries, with a projected growth of 3. 3% in 2026. Since 2017, the country's economy has grown by 93%, and the zloty has become the most successful currency among emerging markets.
US President Donald Trump for the first time openly recognized Russia as an aggressor in the war against Ukraine, stating that the aggressor is losing more soldiers. This indicates a change in his position regarding Moscow, although he previously accused Kyiv of inciting the war.
Penske Media Corporation (PMC) has filed a lawsuit against Google, accusing the company of illegally using journalistic materials to create AI overviews.
In Zakarpattia, a man will be tried for illegally excavating an archaeological site and attempting to sell a unique treasure of bronze celts, over three thousand years old. Law enforcement officers stopped the sale of artifacts from the Gava-Holihrady culture, which have now been transferred to the National Museum of the History of Ukraine.