President Zelenskyy has submitted a bill on sending Ukrainian Navy units to Turkey and Great Britain. This includes the corvette "Hetman Ivan Mazepa" and a number of mine countermeasures vessels, which will cost UAH 135 million in 2025.
The Cabinet of Ministers supported the Ministry of Defense's proposal to reallocate the remaining funds from the Ministry of Strategic Industries. This will allow military units to accumulate points for hitting enemy targets and order Ukrainian-made UAVs and electronic warfare equipment.
A severe fuel shortage persists in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, leading to a fuel collapse. Gas stations are empty, and prices are rapidly increasing, despite statements from the occupation authorities about "stabilization."
Law enforcement officers released a video of the first minutes after the Russian shelling of Zaporizhzhia on September 22, during which three civilians were killed and several people were injured. Patrol officers helped people and regulated traffic.
The EU has started discussing the creation of a "drone wall" that would protect against further Russian attacks.
President Zelenskyy reported on Russia's night attack on seven regions, including Zaporizhzhia, where three people died. He emphasized that this is the fourth time Russia has accompanied annual global diplomatic events with murders, calling for strong pressure on Russia.
Oil prices are rising after a three-week decline on expectations of new EU sanctions against Russia and Ukrainian attacks on infrastructure. November Brent futures reached $67.06, and WTI — $63.02.
The Ukrainian delegation has arrived in New York for the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, which is taking place at a crucial moment for Ukraine and the world. President Zelenskyy's speech, the International Crimea Platform summit, and a Security Council meeting on Ukraine are scheduled.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced an extremely busy diplomatic week, including the UN General Assembly and a summit on the return of Ukrainian children abducted by Russia. Nearly two dozen meetings are planned with leaders of various countries, including US President Donald Trump.
In the Sumy direction, the activity of Russian infantry groups has significantly decreased. The enemy uses small assault groups only on a small section of the border, without using equipment.
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.
Finnish President Alexander Stubb stated that security guarantees for Ukraine, discussed by the "Coalition of the Willing," would require European countries to fight Russia in the event of future aggression. These guarantees would become effective after an agreement between Ukraine and Russia, with Russia having no veto power over their format.
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.
Donald Trump plans bilateral talks with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. A meeting between the American president and UN Secretary-General António Guterres is also possible.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accepted credentials from the newly appointed ambassadors of the Czech Republic, Norway, and Germany. This is considered the official start of their diplomatic mission in Ukraine.
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.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiha will participate in the events of the High-Level Segment of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly. The visit will take place from September 21 to 26 in New York, where President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will speak at the general debate and hold a number of important events.
Ukraine has imposed sanctions against officials of the occupation authorities of Crimea, propagandists, and pro-Russian figures from Moldova. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed three decrees enacting the decisions of the National Security and Defense Council.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia will continue to spread aggression and destabilization. This was a response to incidents involving Russian military aircraft violating Estonian airspace and Russia's interference against Poland.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed three packages of sanctions against propagandists, individuals doing business in the occupied territories, and those destabilizing Moldova. He also announced the approaching agreement on the 19th package of sanctions against Russian aggression, which will include restrictions on energy resources, shadow fleet infrastructure, and countering cryptocurrency schemes.
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.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov discussed a new prisoner exchange with the Russian side; Ukraine aims to return 1,000 people. President Zelenskyy states that Russia is delaying the process despite agreements.
President Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine will present the concept of controlled arms exports in 10 days to finance the production of drones needed for the front. This will allow selling surplus naval drones and other modern weapons that are produced in greater quantities than Ukraine needs.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the decision to create modern separate assault troops. They will have a drone component, and everything will be ready in approximately a week.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet with US President Donald Trump next week on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. The purpose of the meeting is to persuade the US administration to join the security guarantee system and discuss sanctions against Russia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet with Donald Trump at the UN General Assembly to discuss security guarantees and sanctions against Russia. Zelenskyy emphasized his readiness to meet with Putin and called for joint decisions on shooting down drones.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a bill that recognizes the special merits of soldiers awarded the "Cross of Military Merit" to Ukraine. Those awarded will receive the right to free burial and a monthly payment of one and a half minimum wages.
As a result of the Russian night attack on September 20, 9 private houses, 10 garage boxes, 15 cars were damaged, and windows were broken in a high-rise building in the Kyiv region. Damages were recorded in Boryspil, Bucha, and Obukhiv districts.
