Russia is building a broadcasting network in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, including launching a 74-meter TV tower near Berdiansk. It can cover up to 25,000 people and is used for propaganda and to intensify repression.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. They discussed achieving a just peace, trade and economic cooperation, and the participation of Kazakh companies in the reconstruction of Ukraine.
On the night of September 23, Russian troops attacked Chernihiv with attack UAVs, at least two explosions were recorded. A critical infrastructure facility was hit, no casualties were reported.
Malta officially recognized Palestinian statehood, emphasizing support for a two-state solution and the exclusion of Hamas from a future government. Prime Minister Robert Abela announced this at the 80th session of the UN General Assembly.
In the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, students were obliged to make trench candles for the Russian army. The local administration introduced a special production plan for each educational institution.
Kyiv police detained a group of perpetrators, including medics, who, for $3,500, arranged fictitious care for sick relatives to avoid mobilization. The perpetrators are accused of illegal transportation of persons across the border, document forgery, and abuse of influence.
Belgium and Luxembourg recognized the independence of the State of Palestine, joining France, Britain, Monaco, Canada, and Australia. The Belgian Prime Minister noted that legal recognition is possible after the release of hostages and the removal of Hamas.
Prince Albert II of Monaco announced the formal recognition of the State of Palestine at the UN summit. This decision supports the existence of Israel and the recognition of Palestine within the framework of international law.
A Russian military intelligence agent has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for adjusting strikes on the Zaporizhzhia region. He provided the occupiers with the locations of civilian buildings and critical infrastructure facilities, which led to civilian deaths and destruction.
Copenhagen International Airport temporarily suspended operations on the evening of September 22 due to two to four "large" drones spotted in the airspace. At least 15 flights were canceled.
Border guards and the National Police of Rivne region detained individuals who tried to smuggle a man into the EU and offered a bribe to a serviceman. The detention took place during the transfer of 4,000 US dollars, and the suspects have been notified of suspicion.
People's Deputy Dmytro Chornyi believes that the activities of the Verkhovna Rada of the IX convocation are coming to an end, calling on President Zelenskyy to provide clear instructions regarding the timing of parliamentary elections. Local elections, scheduled for October, will not take place due to martial law.
Due to Russia's massive attack on substations on September 17, passenger trains in the Odesa and Dnipro directions will run with delays. 20 reserve locomotives have been deployed, and some routes are running on altered paths.
On September 16, Russia lost 1020 servicemen and 152 pieces of equipment. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 17.09.25 amounted to over a million personnel.
The United Nations has completed its review of the 2026 budget estimate, proposing a spending cut of over $500 million. This will result in the elimination of 2,681 jobs and the relocation of approximately 200 employees to less expensive cities.
The Russian fishing vessel "Mekhanik Stepanov" with a faulty engine and power outage was drifting in the Øresund Strait. Sweden, Denmark, and Great Britain deployed coast guards and NATO ships to ensure safety.
During the US President's visit to the UK, activists projected images of Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein onto the walls of Windsor Castle. Police detained four people on suspicion of malicious communications.
Since the beginning of 2025, Ukraine's Defense Forces have eliminated over 305,000 Russian servicemen and about 30,000 pieces of equipment. This was reported by the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi.
Police detained two 37-year-old men on suspicion of flying drones over Windsor, violating temporary flight restrictions. This occurred ahead of US President Donald Trump's state visit to the United Kingdom.
Ukraine and the Czech Republic have agreed to accelerate the signing of an intergovernmental agreement (G2G) to implement Ukraine's reconstruction projects. The Czech Republic has received 188 million euros in credit guarantees for these purposes and plans to begin their implementation in 2026.
The German Foreign Ministry confirmed the tightening of visa rules for Russians, increasing the fee to 80 euros and extending the processing time. Germany insists on uniform restrictions for Russians throughout the Schengen area, despite the lack of a unified position in the EU.
Tyler Robinson, accused of Charlie Kirk's murder, left a note about his intentions, indicating the possibility of eliminating Kirk. The FBI confirmed the content of the message, despite its destruction, and is investigating the possible involvement of other individuals.
After the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the Kremlin almost completely cleared the independent media space. Russian authorities added 62 organizations to the list of "foreign-influenced individuals" since the beginning of the year alone.
The SBI has completed its investigation into a law enforcement officer and a former employee of the Donetsk region TCC who helped men avoid mobilization for $20,000. They forged documents of unsuitability for service and entered false data into the register.
The Defense Procurement Agency of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine made its first large purchase of 1,000 maneuverable vehicles through the Prozorro system. The supply of 500 quad bikes was contracted for the amount of UAH 119.8 million, which is 25.5% less than the expected cost.
On the night of September 17, the Russian army attacked Cherkasy region with attack drones. As a result of the shelling, critical infrastructure facilities were hit.
US President Donald Trump and his wife Melania have arrived at Winfield House, the residence of the US Ambassador in London. Tomorrow he will meet with the King, whom he called his long-time friend.
The Ukrainian government has allocated UAH 7. 3 billion for the development of science and innovation in the draft State Budget-2026, which is almost three times more than in 2025. The funding will allow for the modernization of laboratories, support for researchers, and the launch of public-private partnership programs.
The IAEA mission at the Zaporizhzhia NPP recorded shelling near the facility and black smoke rising from three surrounding locations. Several artillery shells hit 400 meters from the diesel fuel storage site, causing fires.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with the "Servant of the People" faction, where issues of war were discussed, including military salaries, housing provision for IDPs, and the personnel crisis in the public sector. The meeting also touched upon support for the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the negotiation process.
