On the night of September 19, Kyiv was attacked by enemy drones, explosions were heard in the Shevchenkivskyi and Obolonskyi districts. The head of the OMA, Tymur Tkachenko, confirmed the attack and the air defense system's operation.
The European Union is discussing using frozen Russian assets for a "reparation loan" to Ukraine to avoid a Hungarian veto. This would allow Kyiv to receive compensation for war damages.
Donald Trump stated that the Russian drones that flew into Poland were likely disabled. He suggested that the drones fell on Polish territory due to a malfunction.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin dismissed Dmytro Kozak from the post of deputy head of the Russian presidential administration. Kozak was the only participant in the meeting of the Russian Security Council on February 21, 2022, who opposed the start of a full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
South Korea has received intelligence about the possible acquisition of a nuclear reactor by North Korea from Russia, which could have significant implications for global security. The reactor modules were likely taken from decommissioned Russian submarines.
The head of the Polish Ministry of Defense, Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, stated the need to strengthen cooperation with Ukraine, as Poland's security line runs along the front line between Ukraine and Russia. The defense ministers of the two countries signed a memorandum on the creation of a joint operational group for unmanned aerial systems.
A tsunami threat has been declared in Kamchatka after a 7. 2 magnitude earthquake. The regional governor stated that all services have been put on high alert.
US President Donald Trump's plane, Air Force One, nearly collided with a Spirit Airlines plane over New York while flying to London. An air traffic controller noticed similar altitudes and flight paths, leading to an urgent warning to Spirit pilots.
In the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, an increase in the rate of issuing summonses to the Russian armed forces at checkpoints is being recorded. In Zaporizhzhia, men aged 18-30 are massively handed summonses, forcing them to undergo medical examinations.
On September 17, Russian troops lost 930 soldiers and 33 artillery systems. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 18.09.25 amount to 1,098,380 personnel.
Due to the night shelling of Poltava region and power outages in several sections, passenger train traffic was delayed. The damage has now been localized, power has been supplied, and trains will move on their own.
On September 18, cloudy weather with clearings is expected in Ukraine. Significant rains and thunderstorms will occur in Kherson, Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Donetsk regions.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif signed a mutual defense agreement. The document stipulates that aggression against one country will be considered aggression against both.
Russian officials, likely with Putin's approval, dismissed Dmitry Kozak from his position as deputy head of the presidential administration. This happened after years of Kozak's disagreement with the policy regarding the war in Ukraine, including his opposition to the invasion and proposals for peace negotiations.
As a result of an enemy attack on Kyiv region, warehouse premises in Boryspil district and a private house in Bucha district caught fire. No casualties have been reported, and the fire has been localized.
The 19th EU sanctions package against Russia could be presented as early as this week. It will include oil companies, banks, payment systems, and over 100 tankers.
In Pennsylvania, three police officers and an assailant were killed, and two more law enforcement officers were wounded. The incident was likely domestic in nature; the wounded officers were taken to the hospital in critical but stable condition.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine has detailed the process of repatriating the bodies of fallen defenders, which includes their return, identification, and a dignified farewell. This procedure is complex and lengthy, but extremely important for the families of the deceased.
Ukraine received 100 additional permits for cargo transportation from Azerbaijan and 300 from Bosnia and Herzegovina. These permits will allow carriers to perform more trips and expand their business.
Valeriy Kharchyshyn, frontman of the band "Druha Rika", confirmed his relationship with journalist Yanina Sokolova, which has now ended. The musician made a statement on Facebook to "avoid manipulation and inaccurate information."
Prime Minister of Ukraine Yulia Svyrydenko met in Kyiv with the President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola. The parties discussed Ukraine's progress towards EU membership and the safety of Ukrainian children, as well as the opening of a European Parliament representative office in Kyiv.
The Ternopil TCC and SP reacted to a traffic accident involving its employee, who caused the accident while intoxicated. At the time of the incident, the serviceman was on annual leave.
The US Federal Reserve lowered its key rate by 25 basis points to 4. 0-4.25% for the first time in 2025. This decision, which followed a weakening labor market, caused euphoria in US stock markets.
The wife of King Charles III of Great Britain, Camilla, and the First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump, appeared in blue and yellow dresses, respectively, at a state banquet at Windsor Castle. The royal family published a corresponding photo on the X social network.
Polish police identified a 29-year-old man who stole a cross from the dome of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church in Legnica. He faces three charges, including attempted theft and destruction of the cross, which offended the religious feelings of the community.
Donald Trump thanked Charles III and the Queen for the reception at Windsor Castle, calling it a special privilege. He emphasized the strong bond between Great Britain and the United States, despite previous protocol breaches.
Four people, including three drivers and a cashier, were injured as a result of an enemy UAV strike on a gas station in Poltava region. The fire has been extinguished, and the debris removal has been completed.
Since the beginning of September 17, 155 combat engagements have been recorded on the front line. Russian troops launched 1 missile strike, 67 air strikes, and used 1876 kamikaze drones.
King Charles III of Great Britain called for support for Ukraine at a banquet for US President Donald Trump. He emphasized the unity of allies against tyranny in Europe.
Polish law enforcement officers have charged a 41-year-old resident of Sopot with stealing a car belonging to Donald Tusk's family. He faces up to 10 years in prison.
