Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Donald Trump now trusts him more than Putin. This happened after Trump realized the falsity of information from the Russian dictator.
US President Donald Trump stated that he would answer the question about supporting Russian dictator Vladimir Putin in a month. This happened during a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Donald Trump stated that the US is ready to impose powerful tariffs against Russia if there is no peace agreement, calling on Europe to join and stop buying Russian energy resources. He noted that Russia miscalculated, and the war has been going on for over 3.5 years, not a week, as expected.
The threat of nuclear war between Russia and the West has reached an all-time high, even though neither side seeks the actual use of nuclear weapons. The escalation of the conflict around Ukraine and Moscow's large-scale military exercises sharply increase the risk of catastrophe.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in the US to participate in the UN General Assembly and meet with Donald Trump. Kyiv does not expect a miracle, but is preparing for a new stage of the war, relying more on its own forces.
The International Monetary Fund has convinced the Ukrainian government to significantly increase its forecast for additional financing that the country will need by the end of 2027, from $38 billion to $65 billion. This is due to Russia's protracted invasion and the need to finance military operations.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan stated that he does not believe in a quick end to the war in Ukraine. He also noted that Europe's economic aid to Ukraine cannot last forever.
On September 22, the railway line between Cologne and Düsseldorf was damaged due to the deliberate cutting of underground cables. The police are investigating the incident as sabotage, not ruling out political motives.
British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper stated that Russia's reckless actions in the airspace of Poland, Romania, and Estonia threaten a direct conflict with NATO. She emphasized that the Alliance is ready to defend the skies and territory of its allies.
US President Donald Trump has been informed of Russian dictator Vladimir Putin's proposal regarding adherence to the limitations of the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty. Trump will personally comment on this matter, said White House spokeswoman Caroline Leavitt.
At an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council, Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski warned Russia of serious consequences if a missile or other object enters NATO airspace. This followed the incursion of Russian fighter jets into Estonian airspace and drone flights over Poland.
Vladimir Putin has stated Russia's readiness to abide by the limitations of the Strategic Offensive Arms Reduction Treaty for another year, which expires on February 5, 2026. This step aims to maintain the status quo, but only on the condition that the US does not upset the balance of power.
Andriy Yermak reacted to the new threats of Russian dictator Vladimir Putin to the West, emphasizing that this is treated exclusively by force. Putin stated that Moscow is ready to respond to any challenges not with words, but with military force.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin held a meeting with members of the Russian Security Council and made several statements regarding "new threats" to Russia and an "immediate" response to them.
The Russian National Guard troops began creating tank units by Putin's decision in August 2023. This happened two months after the failed mutiny of Wagner PMC mercenaries.
In Germany, requests for the construction of private bunkers have sharply increased due to fears of war with Russia. Companies and landlords are also actively ordering shelters for their employees.
Russia has developed a multi-pronged strategy to interfere in Moldova's September 28 elections, aimed at undermining the chances of President Maia Sandu's party and removing her from power. The plan includes voter recruitment, organizing protests, disinformation, and pressuring officials.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin plans to distribute two-hectare plots of Ukrainian land to militants. This confirms the colonial nature of the war, as the occupiers are seizing territories from Ukrainians.
The Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine reports that tax pressure is growing in the Russian Federation due to the war and budget deficit. Banks will be the first to be hit, and an increase in VAT from 20% to 22% is also being discussed.
Over the past week, Russia launched more than 1,500 attack drones, 1,280 guided aerial bombs, and 50 missiles at Ukraine. President Zelenskyy calls for increased sanctions to stop the supply of foreign components for Russian weapons.
Donald Trump stated that stopping Russia's war against Ukraine would be the easiest task, as he has good relations with Putin. He also mentioned destroying Iran's nuclear hopes by completely eliminating their enriched uranium.
Over the past day, 151 combat engagements were recorded, the occupiers used 37 missiles and 71 air strikes, dropping 120 guided bombs. The enemy carried out 4785 shellings, involving 6322 kamikaze drones.
September 21 marks the International Day of Peace, as well as the Day of Peace in Ukraine, established in 2002. Stanislav Zhelikhovsky, a candidate of political sciences, spoke about world initiatives and Ukraine's contribution to peace, as well as diplomatic steps and challenges.
Kremlin insiders indicate that Putin remains committed to a war of attrition strategy against Ukraine and the West. He believes that military escalation will force Ukraine into peace negotiations on his terms.
US President's Special Representative Keith Kellogg stated that Vladimir Putin is not a "good person" and some of his actions are absolutely terrible. He noted that Donald Trump does not give Putin any breaks, but only tries to provide opportunities for diplomacy.
A bipartisan group of US senators has introduced a bill that obliges Washington to regularly transfer frozen Russian assets to Ukraine. The document provides for the repurposing of these assets every 90 days based on the REPO Act.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak discussed with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio the preparation of security guarantees for Ukraine and the expansion of cooperation. The conversation took place on the eve of the meeting between the Presidents of Ukraine and the United States in New York.
The European Union is considering introducing trade measures targeting the remaining imports of Russian oil, in particular via the Druzhba pipeline to Hungary and Slovakia. These measures may be applied if Budapest and Bratislava do not present plans for supply diversification.
The Russian dictator believes that military escalation will force Ukraine to negotiate on his terms, and Trump will not interfere. Russia intensified attacks on military and civilian targets after the leaders' meeting in Anchorage.
Canadian Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland said the G7 is looking to move from incremental to decisive action to end Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The group of industrialized nations is united in ambition and urgency.
