Vladimir Putin
American military personnel observed joint military exercises of Russia and Belarus, which began amid escalating tensions with NATO. Belarusian Defense Minister Viktor Khrenin invited them to see "everything that interests them," which became another sign of warming relations between Washington and Belarus.
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.
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.
US President Donald Trump predicts the resumption of dialogue between Ukraine and Russia. At the same time, according to him, the hatred between Zelenskyy and Putin is boundless, so "I will still have to speak."
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.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak stated that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin can only be stopped by force, not by compromises. Ukraine has already become Europe's shield, and proposals to simply hand over frozen Russian assets for a ceasefire are unacceptable.
The Russian dictator, who will turn 73, keeps old officials and military personnel in their positions, which indicates the regime's drift towards gerontocracy. The head of the General Staff, Valery Gerasimov, who turned 70, has remained in office for 13 years due to his loyalty to Putin.
Liam Gallagher took to the stage of Estadio GNP Seguros in a sombrero, and the band performed The Poznan.
The meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping is at risk of collapse. The reason is customs tariffs and the issue of fentanyl, which are hindering progress in negotiations.
On September 13, Russian troops lost 880 soldiers and 42 artillery systems. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 14.09.25 amount to 1,094,610 personnel.
EU High Representative Kaja Kallas stated that some allies have shown readiness to send a contingent to Ukraine, realizing that stopping Russia there is cheaper than at the EU's doorstep. She compared the situation to 1938 and emphasized that if Ukraine loses, Europe's security will be at risk.
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.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls on Western partners to strengthen sanctions against Russia to force it to peace. He, in particular, emphasized the need to impose strong sanctions against terminals that ship and receive oil from Russia.
US President's Special Representative Keith Kellogg said that if he were Putin, he would stop reminding Europeans about nuclear weapons, as Europe is getting stronger. He also noted that the drone attack on Poland is not accidental and Ukraine will not lose the war.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the need to strengthen sanctions pressure against Russia, especially regarding oil and energy trade. He noted that Europe has already reduced its dependence on Russian energy carriers and called on the United States for a strong sanctions and tariff policy.
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.
Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal said that the US Congress could impose anti-Russian sanctions without President Trump's approval. The bill provides for sanctions against Russian oligarchs and countries that buy Russian oil.
The US will urge its G7 allies to impose tariffs of up to 100% on China and India for purchasing Russian oil. It is also proposed to confiscate Russia's frozen foreign exchange reserves to finance Ukraine's defense.
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.
US President Donald Trump and Chinese Premier Li Qiang will attend the 47th ASEAN Summit in Malaysia. The Prime Minister of Malaysia stated that Putin is also considering participating in the meeting.
A bill has been registered in the US Congress to recognize Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism if it does not return illegally deported Ukrainian children. The initiators of the document were Senators Lindsey Graham, Richard Blumenthal, Amy Klobuchar, and Katie Britt.
President Zelenskyy called US Special Representative Keith Kellogg "air defense for Kyiv," jokingly offering him Ukrainian citizenship. He noted that during Kellogg's visits to the capital, no massive attacks occur.
The European Union has extended personal sanctions against Russians, without removing any oligarchs or war criminals from them. This decision was made after the escalation and provocation by Russia, such as the drone attack on Poland.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Putin's goal is the complete occupation of Ukraine. He emphasized that the war will not stop until the Kremlin faces a depletion of resources, so the West must increase pressure.
Ukraine is working on the 19th package of sanctions against Russia, which will cover Russian ports in the Baltic Sea and block ways to circumvent sanctions. It is also planned to strike at Russia's banking infrastructure and shadow fleet.
Donald Trump commented on the situation with Russian drones that crossed the Polish border. He advised against approaching Warsaw, noting that the drones were shot down.
The German Foreign Ministry summoned the Russian ambassador on Friday over the violation of Polish airspace by Russian drones. The ministry stated that Putin is acting dangerously and unacceptably, and NATO firmly stands in defense of the alliance's territory.
The British monarchy is preparing to demonstrate diplomatic charm during Donald Trump's visit to London. The government hopes that the royal family will help establish constructive relations with the American president.