US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the White House understands the available sanction mechanisms against Russia. President Donald Trump may decide to apply them, calling on Europe to also impose sanctions.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed hope that British Prime Minister Keir Starmer would have a concrete discussion with Donald Trump regarding US security guarantees for Ukraine. Zelenskyy emphasized the need for a document supported by the US and European partners to end the war.
Since the beginning of September, over 3,500 drones and almost 190 missiles have been launched at Ukraine. Zelenskyy called for joint protection of the European sky.
US President Donald Trump may meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky next week in New York during the 80th session of the UN General Assembly. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Trump hopes to negotiate a peace deal involving the Kremlin leader.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the US could use sanctions to harm Russia's economy. He believes that Donald Trump has enough power to make Russian dictator Vladimir Putin fear him.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Vladimir Putin is testing NATO, commenting on the Russian drone's incursion into Poland. He noted that Putin wants to see NATO's readiness and the public's reaction.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated the need for 100% fulfillment of agreements on the supply of air defense systems, missiles for them, and procurement contracts before the winter period. He also announced plans for foreign policy activity in September-October with an emphasis on air defense and the implementation of Ramstein decisions.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced an active week of diplomacy at the UN General Assembly. He emphasized the importance of coordinated work with European leaders to pressure Russia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia was counting on a fuel crisis in Ukraine, but now it has faced a gasoline shortage itself. The head of state also noted Ukraine's resilience in providing fuel despite Russian strikes and honored the memory of fallen oil and gas industry workers, presenting awards to their families and other employees.
Ukrainian military personnel are ready to conduct training for partners, including in Poland and Ukraine, to share their acquired combat experience. The head of the Air Force communications department, Yuriy Ihnat, noted that the location of the training is not critical.
A delegation with American partners visited Kirovohrad region, inspecting the Byrzulivka Mining and Processing Plant and the Likarivka deposit. These facilities are being considered as initial projects for the Investment Fund for the Reconstruction of Ukraine, where titanium ores are extracted and zirconium ores are planned to be extracted.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that over 100 tank battalions are operating in Ukrainian combat brigades. He emphasized that tank troops are one of the strongest elements of the Ukrainian Defense Forces.
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."
The President thanked the soldiers for the significant losses inflicted on Russia at the front and in the rear. He emphasized the effectiveness of strikes on Russian oil facilities, which limits the financing of the war.
Finnish President Alexander Stubb and former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson exchanged sharp remarks at the Yalta European Strategy conference. They discussed frozen Russian assets and Ukraine's prospects for EU membership.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated on Tank Troops Day, thanking for courage and professionalism. He noted that tank crews work in a risk zone, cover infantry, and save the lives of their comrades.
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.
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.
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.
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.
US President's Special Representative Keith Kellogg met with the head of the Main Intelligence Directorate Kyrylo Budanov near a cat statue. Kellogg said that Ukrainians nicknamed him "the cat who brings a few nights of peace," as his visits coincide with a pause in Russian strikes.
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.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the situation on the battlefield is difficult due to the number of Russians and drones, but Ukraine controls the front. He refuted claims of Russia's advance in the east, calling them disinformation.
Over 20 representatives of the film industry have died defending Ukraine at the front. President Zelenskyy congratulated filmmakers on Ukrainian Cinema Day, awarded them state honors, and bestowed honorary titles.
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.
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.
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.
Ukrainian forces completely thwarted the Russian offensive operation on Sumy. The Russian grouping in the Sumy direction lost its offensive capabilities.
