US President Donald Trump will hold a conversation with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Friday. This was preceded by a successful trade meeting in Europe, where an agreement was also reached regarding a company that "the youth wanted to save."
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.
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.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian called cooperation with Russia legitimate, responding to US calls to the G7 and NATO for additional tariffs. He stated that US actions undermine international trade, and China maintains an impartial position on the war in Ukraine.
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.
Increased military spending by NATO countries could lead to an additional 1320 million tons of planet-warming emissions. This is equivalent to Brazil's annual greenhouse gas emissions.
Analysts at the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) suggest that Russia is assessing NATO's capabilities and reaction through drone attacks on Poland and Poland and Romania. These attacks may be an attempt to gain experience for future aggression against the Alliance.
A group of Western military experts and civil society representatives called for NATO aviation to be sent to Ukraine. This happened after Russian drones and a missile violated Polish airspace, which is seen as a deliberate test of European defense.
Romanian F-16 fighters did not shoot down a Russian drone that entered the country's airspace on September 13 because the drone "returned to Ukraine. " Romanian Defense Minister Ionuț Moșteanu stated that the drone was flying very low and headed back to Ukraine.
SBGS spokesman Andriy Demchenko stated that Russia does not have sufficient capabilities for a repeated invasion from Belarus. However, provocations are possible, so it is necessary to be ready to "react in time" to such enemy actions.
The Polish Foreign Minister proposed to the allies to intercept Russian missiles and UAVs in the airspace of Ukraine. He also called for coordinated actions against Russia's "shadow fleet" in the Baltic and North Seas.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the incursion of Russian drones into Polish airspace unacceptable. He noted that it is still unclear whether the drones were intentionally aimed at Poland.
During the Russian-Belarusian exercises 'Zapad-2025', the dictators of the Russian Federation and Belarus are practicing three war strategies with the West, including the use of nuclear weapons and an attack on the Suwalki Corridor. These maneuvers, despite the small number of participants, are aimed at intimidating neighbors and repressing critics of the regime.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha met with French Minister-Delegate Benjamin Haddad. The parties discussed security challenges, Russia's escalatory actions, and Ukraine's accession to the EU as a guarantee of peace.
US President's Special Representative Keith Kellogg stated that the war against Ukraine would end if China stopped aiding Russia. He also noted that if Russia were truly achieving real successes, "they would not be bringing thousands of North Korean soldiers to the territory of the Russian Federation."
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he does not consider NATO to have failed due to Russian drones over Poland, but emphasized the need for strong responses. He proposed providing Ukraine with weapons to strike factories where drones are produced and imposing sanctions against companies that supply components for Russian weapons.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that a Russian drone penetrated 10 kilometers into the territory of Romania, a NATO country, and remained there for about 50 minutes. Romania scrambled combat aircraft, and Poland activated a military response to the threat of Russian drones.
Ukraine is ready for President Donald Trump's proposal for a trilateral and bilateral format for a meeting of leaders. The main goal is to stop the killings, not to discuss technical issues.
Donald Trump admitted to confidants that he underestimated Vladimir Putin's desire for peace. He doubts his ability to influence the Russian dictator, despite promises to end the war in Ukraine.
The Allied Joint Force Command in the Netherlands has launched the "Grand Eagle 25" exercise. NATO forces are practicing the rapid deployment of troops and equipment to Lithuania to strengthen the eastern flank.
The General Staff of Poland announced the start of NATO's "Eastern Guardian" mission to strengthen the country's eastern flank after the incident with Russian drones. A French A-400 aircraft delivered weapons for Rafale fighters, which are already in Poland.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that modern Russian missiles fly five times faster than sound. They can reach London or Madrid in a matter of minutes, which makes the idea of greater security in Western Europe erroneous.
Canada summoned Russia's ambassador to deliver a note of protest after Russian drones violated the airspace of Poland and NATO. Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand declared unwavering support for NATO allies and Ukraine.
Russia and Belarus have likely abandoned attempts to use the "Zapad-2025" exercises to support nuclear operations against the West. Belarusian officials softened their rhetoric after the incident with Russian drones in Poland.
The United States of America has pledged to defend NATO territory after an incident involving Russian drones in Poland. This happened after Russia intensified its bombing of Ukraine and was accused of disrespecting US peace efforts.
The Commander-in-Chief of the Alliance's Joint Forces in Europe, Alexus Grinkevich, stated that NATO fighter pilots should not consider the cost of missiles when shooting down drones over Poland. He considers the operation of using expensive missiles to destroy cheap drones successful, emphasizing the protection of civilians.
Russia's Permanent Representative to the UN, Vasily Nebenzya, stated that Russia is not interested in further escalation of tensions with Warsaw. He also accused the European 'war party' of trying to disrupt the settlement of the conflict in Ukraine.
NATO launches Operation "Eastern Sentinel" to protect the Alliance's eastern borders. NATO will take into account Ukraine's experience in shooting down aerial targets.
President Zelenskyy met with advisors to the leaders of Britain, Germany, France, and Italy. Security guarantees, Ukraine's experience for NATO, and joint interception of Russian targets were discussed.
