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Twenty countries and the EU called for coordinating AI standards and oversight. The United States and China did not sign the declaration.
Zelenskyy and Trump’s meeting will take place at 20:15 Kyiv time. The leaders will discuss energy de-escalation, air defense, and ending the war.
The President of Türkiye proposed reforming the UN Security Council without permanent members and veto power. Ankara plans to create a coalition in support of the changes.
Zelenskyy arrived at the UN General Assembly, where he will hold around 20 meetings and meet with Trump. Ukraine plans to sign the Drone Deal.
Andrii Sybiha said that Belarus supports Russian aggression with resources and infrastructure. He called for Lukashenko to be brought before a tribunal.
Andrii Sybiha called on the Philippines and Brazil to support safe navigation in the Black Sea. The parties also discussed peace and cooperation.
Trump plans to pressure Zelenskyy over a mutual cessation of strikes on energy infrastructure. Kyiv is ready to take steps if Russia stops the attacks.
Trump opened a new helipad near the White House. Four television channels ignored the ceremony after CNN was barred from covering events.
J. D. Vance confirmed plans for a meeting between Trump and Zelenskyy in New York. He expects progress but called the war difficult to resolve.
Zelenskyy said that the UN General Assembly would discuss joint efforts for peace in Ukraine. A woman was killed and 8 people were injured due to new Russian shelling.
The United States is preparing sanctions against the entire International Criminal Court. The decision could be made as early as this week.
Trump said he was considering a deal, applying pressure, or military escalation regarding Iran. He also allowed for a meeting with Pezeshkian.
Trump called on Iran to reach a deal, threatening economic decline or the destruction of its leadership. Tehran warned of strikes on U.S. bases.
The Center for Countering Disinformation called the Russian propaganda "report" on Bucha a collection of manipulations and lies. The Russian Federation plans to use the pseudo-investigation at the UN.
Andrii Sybiha and Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir coordinated their positions on international issues. The parties are preparing an agreement on cooperation in the field of drones.
Around 340 unidentified drones were detected near British military sites over the course of a year. Experts are calling for stronger protection of the infrastructure.
Denmark, Greenland, and the United States are preparing an agreement on security in the Arctic and the North Atlantic. The document is intended to preserve Denmark’s sovereignty.
The media report that a meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump is not currently scheduled. The Ukrainian and American sides are working on the possibility of holding one.
Ukraine’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that Russia’s “elections” in the occupied territories are illegal and do not change their international status. Kyiv called on the world not to recognize them.
The President discussed defense projects and financing for Ukraine with the President of the European Commission. The leaders agreed to meet in New York.
September 16 marks the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer, the Independence Days of Mexico and Papua New Guinea, and Malaysia Day. Believers honor Euphemia the All-Praised.
Zelenskyy and Macron discussed the diplomatic process, steps to end the war, and bilateral issues. The leaders will meet on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will not attend the UN General Assembly session in New York. He will remain in Berlin ahead of important elections.
On September 15, the world marks the International Day of Democracy, established by the UN in 2007. In Ukraine, its development is complicated by martial law.
Delcy Rodríguez plans to attend the UN General Assembly in New York. Trump and Rubio have allowed for talks with her amid a rapprochement between the US and Venezuela.
The foreign ministers of Ukraine and Estonia discussed the front, diplomacy, air defense, and defense cooperation. Estonia reaffirmed its support for Ukraine and its accession to the EU.
Sybiga discussed strengthening Ukraine’s air defenses and sanctions against the production of Russian ballistic missiles with Kallas. They also discussed the maritime corridor and food security.
The UN session will open on September 8, 2026, under the chairmanship of Khalilur Rahman. The general debate will take place from September 22 to 28, with talks on Ukraine possible.
164 countries supported the use of Equal Earth maps, which more accurately represent the sizes of the continents. The United States voted against the resolution.
Hungary condemned Russia’s aggression and supported Ukraine’s sovereignty. The document reflects a break with Viktor Orbán’s pro-Russian course.