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The US Department of Justice has charged five members of a network linked to Russian intelligence services. They are accused of financing terrorism and contract killings.
Democrats in the U. S. Congress are investigating a Russian businessman’s payment for Donald Trump Jr.’s wedding parties in the Bahamas. The oligarch did not provide any objections.
In the United States, several Russian nationals have been charged with plotting to kill a dissident in Washington. The names of those involved and the targets were not disclosed.
Russia called on foreign officials to assess the risks of traveling to Ukraine. The statement came after a strike on a train in Volyn.
Zelenskyy stated that Russian drones entered Moldova’s airspace twice during his flights through Chisinau. One drone nearly collided with the aircraft.
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.
Ukraine successfully tested another interceptor and used it to hit a Shahed. The system’s control still needs further refinement.
In the Kyiv region, an unemployed woman who was supposed to blow up a car with an improvised device was detained. The woman was recruited remotely by Russian intelligence services.
The HUR published data on 54 enterprises of the "KRET" concern, 19 of which are not under sanctions. They supply components for missiles, aviation, and UAVs of the Russian Federation.
The bill provides for tariffs of up to 500% on goods from Russia and its energy partners. The measure could be brought to a vote as early as this week.
Authorities in Taganrog reported a massive missile attack. An Ozon warehouse, enterprises, homes, a store and a gas pipeline were damaged; the fires are being contained.
The website of the Norwegian Parliament is partially unavailable due to a DDoS attack. A Russian hacker group claimed responsibility for it.
According to "ATESH", Russian security forces are preparing for possible terrorist attacks at polling stations on September 18–20. The partisans warn of possible provocations.
The SBU urged residents of the occupied territories not to participate in Russia’s elections on September 18–20. Those who facilitate them face up to 10 years in prison.
Sanctions were imposed on 10 Russian and Ukrainian individuals for spreading disinformation and propaganda. The restrictions will remain in effect for 10 years.
Zelenskyy enacted sanctions against 20 vessels, 29 individuals, and 29 companies linked to Russia’s military-industrial complex and Rostec. The restrictions also targeted 10 propagandists.
A Russian drone struck a locomotive near Yahodyn after the passengers had been evacuated. European officials, including Boris Johnson and David Petraeus, had been at the station some time before the attack.
In the occupied territories, Russians are holding exhibitions about collaborators and war participants, involving children and forcibly involving students. The CPD reports the militarization of young people.
People in the occupied territories risk being left without water in winter. Under the guise of providing assistance, elderly people are being persuaded to hand over their housing documents.
In Vilnius, the Kremlin's threats were described as political and psychological pressure. Lithuanian politicians stated that the country is already a potential target of the Russian Federation.
Russian schoolchildren from the 6th grade onward will watch propaganda films during lessons. The Center for Countering Disinformation called this part of a strategy to militarize children.
The government is preparing war-risk insurance worth $1 billion.
In August, Russia carried out around 2,800 attacks with jet-powered drones, compared with 350 in June. Air defense response time has been reduced from 60 to six seconds.
According to CNN, Ukraine is using its military experience to protect its interests and prepare partners to counter Shahed drones.
The head of the Russian Foreign Ministry said that it would be "enough for Zelenskyy to come" to Moscow for negotiations. According to him, Russia would not stop the war during this period.
Ukraine has provided the United States with a list of needs to strengthen its defenses, including air defense. The Ministry of Defense called for continued military support amid Russian attacks.
According to Iryna Terekh, European companies should use this time to strengthen their defense capabilities.
An EMCO warehouse exploded and caught fire near Tsareva Livada; no one was injured. The company's facilities had previously been linked to Russian sabotage.
The share of Russians collecting aid for the Russian military has fallen from 42% to 28% over the year. 81% are ready to end the war as early as tomorrow.
The SBU called on residents of the temporarily occupied territories to ignore the pseudo-elections and not help the occupiers. Collaborative activity is punishable by up to 10 years in prison.