Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russian troops are using civilian tankers to launch drones that attack European countries. He emphasized that EU sanctions should be directed against Russia's energy trade and its tanker infrastructure.
President Zelenskyy reported on the consequences of Russian strikes on several regions of Ukraine, noting that Kyiv, Kyiv Oblast, and Zaporizhzhia were most affected. As a result of the shelling, more than 80 people were injured, and four died, including a child.
US Vice President J. D. Vance stated that Russia has refused bilateral and trilateral negotiations with Ukraine. He emphasized that Moscow must face the reality on the battlefield.
President Zelenskyy announced active work on an agreement with the United States regarding the purchase of weapons worth $90 billion. Ukrainian delegations will visit the US for technical negotiations and discussions on drone production.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte for his support and informed him about the Russian attack. The leaders discussed the PURL program for purchasing weapons that save Ukrainian lives.
President Zelenskyy thanked Norway for its assistance after the massive shelling. The leaders discussed the growing number of drone incidents in Europe.
The invitation for US President Donald Trump to visit Moscow remains in effect, said Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. Putin is ready to meet with Trump, and the decision on the visit depends on the American leader.
Russia launched a massive 12-hour attack on Ukraine, firing nearly 500 drones and over 40 missiles. Four people died in Kyiv, including a 12-year-old girl.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine has not lost the war because Russia has not achieved its goals. Partners understand that the entire territory of Ukraine means a just peace.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that arms exports will be controlled until the end of the war. The funds received will be directed to deficit drones, and the main export destinations are Europe, the USA, and the Middle East.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban called on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to stop the persecution. This happened after Zelenskyy instructed the military to check for violations of Ukrainian airspace by Hungarian drones.
President Zelenskyy stated that Hungary is doing dangerous things by sending drones into Ukrainian territory. He instructed the military to investigate violations of airspace by Hungarian reconnaissance drones.
President Zelenskyy stated that in the event of a blackout in Kyiv, Russia would face a blackout in Moscow. He also reported that Ukraine shot down most of the 92 drones heading towards Poland.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha revealed the exact route of the drone's invasion from Hungary into Ukrainian airspace. Kyiv expects explanations from Hungary regarding this incident, having collected all necessary evidence.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the elections in Moldova are not purely an internal matter, as Russia seeks to hinder the country's European choice. He emphasized that Russia wants to bring a government and president loyal to it to power, and then introduce troops.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that 92 drones were flying towards Poland, 19 of which reached their destination. Ukrainian forces shot down most of them, and the Polish side destroyed four drones.
Ukraine has submitted all requests for weapons, which are part of a $90 billion deal, to US President Donald Trump. President Zelenskyy also announced his readiness for separate agreements on long-range weapons.
The Patriot air defense system from Israel has been operating in Ukraine for a month. Ukraine will receive two more such systems in the autumn of this year, as announced by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussing agreements reached on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. The discussion focused on implementing agreements regarding aid packages for Ukraine and expanding the PURL program.
An investigative judge in Damascus has issued an arrest warrant in absentia for former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. He is accused of premeditated murder, torture, and deprivation of liberty in connection with the 2011 incidents in Daraa.
President Zelenskyy thanked the people of the United States, Donald and Melania Trump for their support of Ukraine. He emphasized that this cooperation brings peace and security closer.
During a meeting at the UN General Assembly, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US President Donald Trump discussed lifting restrictions on arms supplies to Ukraine. They also talked about joint economic projects and cooperation on drone technologies.
The International Paralympic Committee has lifted the partial suspension of Russia and Belarus, restoring their full membership rights. The decision was made at the IPC General Assembly in Seoul, despite Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Negotiation clusters for Ukraine's accession to the EU could start after the parliamentary elections in Hungary in April 2026. Hungary is blocking the opening of the first negotiation cluster, despite Ukraine fulfilling all preconditions.
Russian troops achieved partial territorial success in Donetsk, Dnipropetrovsk, and Zaporizhzhia regions. The occupiers advanced near Yampil, Berezove, Kalynivske, Olhivske, and Novoivanivka.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expects the approval of the 19th EU sanctions package and steps from the US. He hopes that Hungary will hear a key NATO ally and respect US President Donald Trump, who criticizes buyers of Russian oil.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has ordered a full investigation into the violation of Ukraine's airspace by Hungarian reconnaissance drones. He instructed to respond accordingly in case of repeated incidents.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha said that frozen assets were discussed during the meeting between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump. Ukraine hopes for progress on this issue, as it believes that Russia must pay for its aggression.
On September 26, a drone was recorded flying over Zakarpattia, which twice violated the Ukrainian border from Hungary. The Ukrainian Defense Forces patrolled the airspace over Uzhhorod district.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia might be using tankers as launch pads for drones targeting Denmark, Norway, and the Baltic states. According to him, this is not easy to prevent, but it is realistic.
