Law enforcement officers exposed a large-scale fraudulent scheme in the south and east of Ukraine, where fraudsters, under the guise of helping the Armed Forces, embezzled charitable contributions. In one episode, the embezzlement of UAH 556,000 was documented, and the organizer and five accomplices face up to 7 years in prison.
The Drone Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the destruction of three Russian air defense systems worth $80-90 million. Operators of the 412th Nemesis regiment destroyed two Tor-M2 air defense systems, a Buk-M3 air defense system launcher, and a radar from a Buk-M2 air defense system.
Russian troops failed in their attempts to break through the Ukrainian border in Sumy, Chernihiv, and Kharkiv regions. Daily shelling and attacks, including the use of drones, did not allow the enemy to advance deep into Ukrainian territory.
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.
A 22-year-old resident of Sevastopol was detained by FSB officers due to his activity on social networks and Telegram. He is accused of "extremism" for subscribing to pro-Ukrainian channels and commenting in support of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The SBU and the National Police detained three Russian agents, recruited via Telegram, who carried out arsons in the eastern and western regions of Ukraine. The detainees were charged with obstructing the activities of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and sabotage.
Former goalkeeper of Kyiv "Dynamo" and Donetsk "Shakhtar" Artur Rudko was detained while attempting to illegally cross the border. According to unofficial information, he is currently undergoing basic military training in one of the training centers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has detailed the process of creating and approving arm patches for the Armed Forces of Ukraine, which includes adherence to heraldic traditions and legislative norms. Each chevron is approved by a commission and endorsed by the Minister of Defense or the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the damage to the Saratov oil refinery on the night of September 16, 2025. Explosions and a fire were recorded at the facility, and the results are being clarified.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the hit on Russian troops' command posts in the temporarily occupied Donetsk region on September 8. Enemy personnel, including command, were hit after the visit of the Russian Minister of Defense.
The occupiers tried to infiltrate Yampil, disguised as civilians and using local residents as a "human shield. " Units of the Defense Forces detected, blocked, and neutralized the enemy; Yampil remains under the full control of Ukrainian troops.
Approximately 11,000 instances of the enemy using dangerous chemical agents, including tear gas grenades, to neutralize Ukrainian defenders have been recorded. Over 3,000 reports of injuries have been documented as a result of the use of these substances.
Dmytro Pasichnyk, a ballet dancer of the Lviv National Opera, was killed in the war. He joined the ranks of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in June 2025.
Ukraine rescued 16 children from temporarily occupied territories as part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative. The children spent years under pressure from the occupation authorities, experiencing fear and humiliation.
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.
Units of the Defense Forces of Ukraine cleared the settlement of Pankivka and the surrounding areas. The enemy is building up its forces, redeploying additional reserves.
The SBU detained a 26-year-old serviceman from Kropyvnytskyi who served in an assault UAV company in the eastern direction. He transmitted data to the Russians about drone sorties, attack targets, and the positions of his brigade.
On September 14, Russian troops lost 910 soldiers and 35 artillery systems. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 15.09.25 amount to 1,095,520 personnel.
The SBS "Raid" battalion of the Armed Forces of Ukraine continues to deliver pinpoint strikes against the equipment and logistics of the Russian occupiers. The unit's drone operators eliminated an enemy artillery piece and inflicted losses on its support.
Since September 1, TCC servicemen are obliged to use body cameras when notifying citizens. In almost two weeks, the cameras have already recorded a number of offenses, and the relevant materials have been transferred to law enforcement agencies.
Colonel Andriy Biletsky stated at the YES-2025 conference that Ukraine dominated innovations in 2022-2024, but Russia has already surpassed it in the number of FPV drones. He emphasized the need for a strategy for military-industrial technology development.
The President thanked the soldiers for the significant losses inflicted on Russia at the front and in the rear. He emphasized the effectiveness of strikes on Russian oil facilities, which limits the financing of the war.
The General Staff of Ukraine confirmed the damage to the Kirishinefteorgsintez plant in the Leningrad region on the night of September 14, 2025. This refinery is one of the largest in the Russian Federation, produces about 80 types of petroleum products, and meets the needs of the Russian armed forces.
On the night of September 14, Ukrainian military repelled an aerial attack, shooting down or suppressing 52 enemy UAVs of the Shahed, Gerbera, and other types. There was also an attack by an Iskander-M/KN-23 ballistic missile, with a missile hit and 6 attack UAVs recorded.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated a Russian attack and reconnaissance drone "Orion", the cost of which exceeds 5 million dollars. The operation was carried out by the 414th Separate Brigade of Unmanned Systems, known as "Birds of Magyar".
On September 12, the Russian army lost 950 servicemen, 39 artillery systems, and 4 tanks. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 13.09.25 amount to 1,093,730 personnel.
The "Shkval" battalion of the "Skelya" regiment conducted a successful offensive operation on the administrative border of Dnipropetrovsk and Donetsk regions. The fighters eliminated the occupiers' strongholds and regained control over the village of Filiia, where the Ukrainian flag now flies.
Russian occupiers are deliberately destroying cell towers, especially in border areas. This simplifies the task of striking regions and limits data transmission.
A scheme to evade mobilization through fictitious educational institutions has been neutralized in Ukraine. The organizer and his accomplices have been detained, and they have been notified of suspicion.
The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine made a working trip to the Pokrovsk and Dobropillia directions. He discussed the operational situation and gave instructions regarding the provision of units.
